Terminally ill fan plays GTA 6 early after Rockstar gesture
Rockstar Games has allowed a fan with terminal cancer to play GTA 6 months before release. The heartwarming story follows a public plea from a family member.
Category : Art Galleries
Bosko the Flying Cat: An Artist's Muse and Saviour from Grief
Artist Gary Baseman reveals how his extraordinary cat, Bosko, helped him overcome grief and reignite his creativity. Discover the story of the 7ft-leaping feline muse.
Crisp packet book uncovers UK's lost design history
A new book archives Britain's most garish crisp packets from 1970-2000, revealing a lost world of hand-drawn art, bizarre flavours, and potent childhood nostalgia. Discover the story behind the collection.
Beatriz González, influential Colombian artist, dies at 93
Colombian artist Beatriz González, whose six-decade career tackled political violence through haunting prints and paintings, has died aged 93. Explore her powerful legacy.
Beryl Cook: Major Plymouth Show Seeks Critical Recognition
A major retrospective in Plymouth argues Beryl Cook was a serious artist who chronicled social change. The 'Pride and Joy' exhibition opens on 24 January 2026.
Milton Keynes named among UK's coolest postcodes
The commuter city of Milton Keynes, often ridiculed, has been named one of Britain's coolest postcodes by The Times, praised for its art scene and green spaces. Discover why it's attracting a new crowd.
Art Weekly: Emin's Giants, Saints & Political Posters
Tracey Emin curates a powerful show on melancholy, Ming Wong explores Saint Sebastian, and community art in Edinburgh. Your essential weekly art dispatch from the UK.
Artists preserve 3 tonnes of Bondi flowers for memorial
Discover how artists and volunteers are preserving three tonnes of floral tributes from the Bondi terror attack into a permanent artwork for the Sydney Jewish Museum. A story of community and remembrance.
Three Tonnes of Bondi Flowers Become Permanent Art Memorial
Volunteers in Sydney preserve three tonnes of floral tributes from Bondi Pavilion to create a lasting artwork honouring the 15 victims of Australia's worst mass shooting in decades.
Peruvian artist Antonio Paucar wins Artes Mundi prize
Peruvian artist and beekeeper Antonio Paucar wins the prestigious Artes Mundi award in Wales. He plans to use the £40,000 prize to build a cultural centre in the Andes. Discover his powerful eco-art.
Robert Wilson's 1995 HG Installation in London
Explore the haunting 1995 installation 'HG' by Robert Wilson, a theatrical journey through time celebrating H.G. Wells's centenary in London's Clink Street Vaults. Discover the legacy.
Free Yoga at Tate Britain for Wellness Week
Tate Britain hosts free yoga and life drawing sessions in its galleries for 16-25 year olds during Wellness Week, 16-24 January 2026. Sign up to Tate Collective for access.
Art's Moral Turn: Silencing Ambivalence in Culture Wars
Critics argue reframing artists like Warhol & Soutine as social justice advocates strips art of its power. Explore the risk of reducing complex art to moral soundbites.
Tehching Hsieh: The Extreme Performance Art of Passing Time
Explore the life and radical year-long performances of Tehching Hsieh, the artist who lived in a cage and spent a year tied to another. His retrospective at Dia Beacon reveals the philosophy behind his extreme art.
London art show shut by vandals with £15k repair bill
A London social justice art exhibition was forced to close early after vandals attacked galleries with a pickaxe, causing £15,000 of damage. Police have halted the investigation due to lack of evidence.
Bowie's transformative 1994 visit to Gugging clinic revealed
Intimate photographs show David Bowie's 1994 visit to the Maria Gugging Psychiatric Clinic, a pivotal experience that directly influenced his '1. Outside' album. See the exhibition in Australia.
Sketch London reveals new art by Jonathan Baldock
London's iconic Sketch restaurant reveals a dramatic new art installation by British artist Jonathan Baldock, featuring 84 clay masks and surreal sculptures. Discover the Mayfair gallery's latest transformation.
Scott Adams, Dilbert Creator, Dies Aged 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist behind the Dilbert comic strip and a controversial conservative commentator, has died aged 68 after a battle with prostate cancer. Read his final message.
Joseph Beuys's 'Bathtub for a Heroine' in London
A major London exhibition showcases Joseph Beuys's monumental 'Bathtub', a sculpture that immerses viewers in the dark currents of 20th-century history. Discover this powerful show before 21 March.
Cartoonist Ben Jennings satirises Elon Musk's Grok AI launch
A new cartoon by Ben Jennings brilliantly satirises Elon Musk's launch of the Grok AI tool. Explore the artist's sharp commentary on tech hype and billionaire influence.
Marlow Moss: The British artist who influenced Mondrian
Long overshadowed, cross-dressing British artist Marlow Moss is finally receiving recognition, with evidence suggesting she significantly influenced Piet Mondrian's famous double-line technique. Her work is now commanding record prices.
Sean Scully: The Abstract Painter Driven by Anguish
At 80, Sean Scully's new Paris exhibition reveals how a shattered childhood and personal loss fuel his powerful abstract art. The Irish-born painter discusses his quest to 'break hearts' through colour.
Cartoonist Ella Baron depicts Iran's defiant protest movement
A powerful new cartoon by Ella Baron visualises the spirit of Iran's anti-government protests. See the art that symbolises a nation's struggle for freedom.
Quilty: Australia undervalues arts, overvalues sport
Artist Ben Quilty argues Australia's underfunded arts sector is key to national resilience, contrasting it with lavish sports funding. He calls for government action to support cultural dreamers.
Van Gogh Immersive Experience in London disappoints visitors
A review of the Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Shoreditch, labelled London's second most underwhelming attraction. We explore the £25 exhibition's chaotic display and lacklustre projections.
Martin Rowson's Cartoon Depicts Trump and Starmer
Acclaimed cartoonist Martin Rowson's latest work for The Guardian offers a sharp political satire featuring Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. Explore the imagery and its commentary on contemporary politics.
Tattoo Culture Explodes in the UK
Once a mark of rebellion, tattoos are now mainstream. Explore the rise of inked skin, from personal expression to paramedical healing, and why the UK can't stop getting more.
Two-in-One Rubens Study Discovered in Auction Buy
A Belgian art dealer's hunch pays off as a painting bought for under €100,000 is identified as a genuine Rubens study, revealing a hidden portrait beneath the surface.
Frida Kahlo Exhibition at Tate Modern London 2026
Tate Modern announces a landmark Frida Kahlo exhibition for summer 2026. 'Frida: The Making of an Icon' will showcase 130 works, exploring her art, life, and global legacy. Book your tickets soon!
Artist Marie Goodenough dies aged 90
Obituary for sculptor and painter Marie Goodenough, whose original and humorous work was exhibited across the UK. A look at her life, art, and legacy in Northumberland and beyond.
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