Nordic Noir review: A severed head that haunts
The Royal Academy's chilling Nordic Noir exhibition delivers a powerful punch with its centrepiece - a severed head sculpture that explores the darkest corners of Scandinavian art and storytelling.
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Betty Parsons: Beyond Rothko & Pollock
A groundbreaking London exhibition reveals how gallery owner Betty Parsons launched Rothko, Pollock and other abstract expressionist legends while maintaining her own scintillating artistic practice.
Whitney's Surreal Sixties Exhibition Transforms NYC
The Whitney Museum of American Art unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring the psychedelic and surrealist art that defined 1960s counterculture, featuring mind-bending works that challenged reality itself.
Lisa Herfeldt's Sinister Silicon Gun Sculptures
German artist Lisa Herfeldt creates hyper-realistic silicone gun sculptures that blur the line between object and organism, provoking questions about violence and sentience in everyday objects.
Scotland faces Scandinavian cold snap - Met Office
Scotland faces an unexpected cold snap as freezing air from Scandinavia sweeps across the region, bringing plunging temperatures and potential disruption this week.
Marthe Donas: Belgium's dazzling modernist revival
A groundbreaking exhibition in Belgium finally gives modernist pioneer Marthe Donas the recognition she deserves, showcasing her revolutionary abstract works that captivated early 20th-century Europe.
Gilbert & George's Egyptian Art & Abramović's Epic in London
Explore London's electrifying art scene with Gilbert & George's Ancient Egypt exhibition at White Cube and Marina Abramović's provocative performance at the Royal Academy. Your essential guide to the capital's cultural highlights.
Hockney's iPad Yorkshire drawings at auction
Discover how the legendary artist David Hockney embraced digital technology to create stunning iPad artworks celebrating the Yorkshire countryside, now available for collectors.
Dali Painting Authenticity Investigated by Italian Police
Italian art experts and carabinieri are investigating the authenticity of a Salvador Dali painting in Parma, casting doubt on its provenance and raising questions about art authentication methods.
Abramović's Balkan Erotic Epic: Skeleton Orgies in London
Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović returns to London with her provocative 'Balkan Erotic Epic,' featuring skeletal orgies, breast-kneading rituals, and phallic symbolism that explores ancient Slavic traditions.
Andy Warhol's Lost LA Artwork Mystery Finally Solved
After decades of speculation, the truth emerges about Andy Warhol's mysterious Los Angeles artwork that baffled art historians and collectors worldwide.
Italian police dismantle major Dali art forgery ring
Italian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated forgery operation that produced and sold counterfeit Salvador Dali artworks across Europe for nearly two decades, with estimated sales reaching millions.
Digital Archive Revolution: Black Trans Art at Serpentine
Experience the groundbreaking interactive exhibition at Serpentine North, where gaming meets activism in a powerful exploration of Black trans memory and digital legacy.
Murniasih: A Life Lived with Unapologetic Desire
Discover the electrifying retrospective of Balinese artist I Gusti Ayu Kadek Murniasih, whose bold and sensual artworks challenge conventions at London's latest exhibition.
Turner Prize 2025: Bradford's Radical Art Showcase
The 2025 Turner Prize exhibition in Bradford breaks from tradition with its community-focused, accessible approach, sparking debate about art's role in society.
Mystery Drones Paralyse Scandinavian Airports, 20K Stranded
Major airports in Sweden and Norway were thrown into chaos as coordinated drone sightings grounded flights, affecting 20,000 passengers. Authorities suspect a sophisticated, state-level operator capable of creating widespread disruption.
Norwegian City Crowned Europe's Top Food Destination 2024
In a shocking upset, a Norwegian city has dethroned Mediterranean favourites to be named Europe's leading food destination for 2024. Discover the culinary revolution happening in the Arctic Circle.
Herzog & de Meuron's New Calder Garden Opens in Philadelphia
A major new public garden in Philadelphia, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron, reimagines the playful genius of Alexander Calder with a stunning collection of his large-scale mobiles.
Rare Venetian painting found in Cambridge sells for £2.7m
A stunning 18th-century Venetian painting by Francesco Guardi, discovered in a Cambridge home, has fetched an astonishing £2.7 million at a specialist sale by Cheffins auctioneers, shattering its pre-sale estimate.
Folkestone Triennial 2024: Kent's Spectacular Art Festival
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic
Jean Rhys's 'Wide Sargasso Sea' Inspires London Art Show
A groundbreaking exhibition at Michael Werner Gallery explores the profound influence of Jean Rhys's literary classic 'Wide Sargasso Sea' on contemporary art, featuring works by leading international artists.
Lost Keith Haring Mural Found at Charing Cross Station
A long-lost mural by iconic pop artist Keith Haring, painted in 1986, has been miraculously rediscovered hidden behind hoardings at London's Charing Cross station during renovation works, offering a priceless glimpse into the city's street art history.
Norway's Royals Hit by Racism Claims in Explosive Netflix Film
A new Netflix documentary featuring Princess Märtha Louise and her shaman husband, Durek Verrett, has plunged the Norwegian Royal Family into crisis, levelling shocking allegations of racism and sparking comparisons to Harry and Meghan's Oprah interview.
Sweden's Island Spa: Seaweed Safaris & Steam Baths
Escape to the car-free island of Styrsö near Gothenburg for a unique wellness experience. Explore rejuvenating seaweed safaris, traditional Swedish 'bastu' steam baths, and breathtaking Nordic coastal scenery in this hidden gem of the Gothenburg archipela
UK's Best Fine Art Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's exclusive 2025 league table ranks the UK's best universities for Fine Art. Discover which institutions lead in creativity, teaching excellence, and graduate prospects in our comprehensive analysis.
Top UK Universities for History of Art 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
Folkestone Triennial 2024: Coastal Art Transformation
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 transforms the Kent coast into a stunning open-air gallery with 14 groundbreaking installations. Explore how this major contemporary art event revitalises public spaces from 31 August.
National Galleries Told to Share Art Treasures Across UK
A major new report calls for a radical 'national collection' policy, demanding London's Tate and National Gallery lend more iconic artworks to regional museums, ending the capital's art monopoly.
Dennis Potter & Hilary Lloyd: A Radiant London Exhibition
A major new exhibition at London's Studio Voltaire, 'Very High Frequency', brings together the visionary works of Dennis Potter and Hilary Lloyd in a dazzling dialogue across generations, exploring themes of technology, the body, and broadcast media.
Frieda Hughes: Art & Poetry on Envelopes
An exclusive look at Frieda Hughes's captivating new exhibition, where poetry meets painting. Discover how she transformed 52 used envelopes into a profound visual and literary journey, confronting grief and the echoes of her famous family's history.
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