A controversial painting depicting a nude Mata Hari in a 'Last Supper' composition has been withdrawn from a major Indian art exhibition following outcry from Christian groups. Explore the clash between artistic freedom and religious sentiment.
Award-winning Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer is devastated after Australia Post lost a valuable commissioned painting. The postal service apologises as the search continues.
Donald Trump ushered in 2026 by auctioning a portrait of Jesus Christ for $2.75 million at his Mar-a-Lago club, with proceeds for charity. Discover the details of the glitzy event and his political commentary.
Donald Trump ushered in the New Year at Mar-a-Lago by auctioning a live-painted portrait of Jesus for $2.75 million, with proceeds for charity. Discover the details and notable guests.
Donald Trump auctioned a speed-painted portrait of Jesus Christ for $2.75 million at his Mar-a-Lago New Year's Eve gala. Read the full story of the event attended by Netanyahu and MAGA loyalists.
The legendary painter Bob Ross's afro was not natural. His business partner reveals he permed his straight hair to save on haircuts, a decision that became a lasting trademark. Discover the full story.
A Renoir painting featured in a film about Melania Trump is a copy. The genuine masterpiece, 'La Loge', is displayed at London's Courtauld Institute. Discover the story behind the art.
At 95, artist David Gentleman shares a lifetime of wisdom in a new book. His daughter, Guardian journalist Amelia Gentleman, reveals the key lessons from his eight-decade career.
The National Portrait Gallery will unveil a major collection of unseen Lucian Freud drawings and paintings in 2026. Discover the artist's creative process in 'Drawing into Painting' from 12 February.
The National Portrait Gallery will unveil a major Lucian Freud exhibition in 2026, featuring 170 unseen drawings, etchings and paintings. Discover the artist's hidden process from 12 Feb - 4 May.
A long-lost Peter Paul Rubens painting of the crucifixion, missing for centuries, sold for €2.3m in Versailles. Discover the story of its rediscovery and unique artistic detail.
Podcaster Abbie Chatfield debuts her painting series on Instagram, sparking a wave of fan support and purchase offers, alongside some harsh criticism. Discover the mixed reaction.
A long-lost Peter Paul Rubens painting, 'Christ on the Cross', discovered in a Paris mansion, has sold for nearly €2.3m at auction in Versailles. Read the full story of this remarkable find.
A rediscovered Peter Paul Rubens painting of the crucifixion, hidden for centuries, has sold for €2.3 million at a Versailles auction. Discover the story behind this unique artwork.
Podcaster Abbie Chatfield reveals her new career as an artist, debuting abstract art on Instagram while continuing work on her long-awaited feminist book. Discover her creative journey.
A previously unknown Renoir painting, 'L'enfant et ses jouets', depicting the artist's son, sold for €1.8m at a Paris auction. Discover the story behind this masterpiece.
A lost Renaissance painting of the Madonna and Child, discovered in an Oxfordshire garage, has sold for a record £685,000. Discover the story behind this art world sensation.
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launches with groundbreaking performances by Distractfold Ensemble and Jennifer Walshe. Discover this celebration of avant-garde music.
A homeowner reveals how a common painting error made her living room feel oppressive and shares the simple, transformative fix that brought the space back to life.
A review of Bridget Riley's 'Learning to See' exhibition at Turner Contemporary, Margate. Experience the mesmerising optical art that challenges perception and leaves visitors in awe. Plan your visit now.
Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait 'El sueño' could smash the $44.4m female artist record at Sotheby's New York. Discover the story behind this spectral masterpiece.
A new study reveals children's paintings bear an uncanny resemblance to Jackson Pollock's iconic drip works. Can you spot the difference? Take our quiz to find out!
A visitor's change of heart on photographing art after being profoundly moved by a painting at Tate Britain. Discover why capturing art can be deeply personal.
A brazen act of vandalism at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art has left priceless artworks damaged after a visitor deliberately tore paintings from their mountings. Joshua Vavrin faces multiple charges following the disturbing incident that has shaken
London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.
Celebrating the life and legacy of Alistair Crawford, the acclaimed British artist whose evocative paintings immortalised the vanishing landscapes and rural life of Britain.
Explore the breathtaking Suffolk countryside that inspired John Constable's masterpiece 'The Hay Wain' with this immersive walking tour through Dedham Vale.
A breathtaking Canaletto painting of Venice's Grand Canal, hidden from public view for nearly a century, emerges for spectacular Sotheby's sale this autumn. Art experts hail the 18th-century masterpiece as 'extraordinarily fresh' and 'perfectly preserved'
A priceless Vincent van Gogh painting has been violently attacked at King's College London, leaving art world reeling and raising urgent security questions.
A captivating Pablo Picasso portrait of his lover Dora Maar has fetched an astonishing £34.7 million at Sotheby's London, showcasing enduring demand for the master's wartime works.