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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.
UK Art Teachers Divided by Generational Teaching Methods
An exclusive Guardian investigation reveals a growing generational rift in UK art education. Discover how teaching methods, digital skills, and classroom dynamics are splitting staffrooms. Are you an art teacher? Share your story.
Toxic Secret Found in Jackson Pollock's Masterpieces
New scientific analysis uncovers the toxic, unstable pigment manganese blue in Jackson Pollock's iconic drip paintings, forcing a major rethink on the conservation of his priceless works.
Rosalyn Drexler, pioneering pop artist, dies at 102
A tribute to the extraordinary life and multifaceted career of Rosalyn Drexler, the Pulitzer-nominated artist and writer whose provocative work left an indelible mark on pop art, literature, and theatre.
National Gallery's 1900 Art Cut-Off Sparks Fury
The National Gallery's controversial decision to stop collecting works created after 1900 has ignited a fiery national debate about artistic heritage, colonial legacy, and who gets to define British culture.
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.
Rembrandt's 'Slow Art' Masterpiece Tours England
A rare Rembrandt self-portrait is touring England in a revolutionary 'slow art' project, inviting the public to spend quality, distraction-free time with the 17th-century masterpiece to combat museum fatigue.
Man Charged in £400K Damien Hirst Art Heist
A 42-year-old man has been charged following the alleged theft of high-value artwork, clothing, and equipment from the renowned artist Damien Hirst's London warehouse, in a brazen raid worth an estimated £400,000.
National Gallery's Radical Seurat Show Redefines a Master
A landmark exhibition at London's National Gallery challenges a century of art history, presenting Georges Seurat not as a cold technician but as a radical visionary of harmony and modern life.
National Gallery acquires £12m Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece
The National Gallery secures Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Virgin and Child with Infant St. John the Baptist' in major acquisition supported by Hans Rausing's generosity and American philanthropy.
Banksy Identity Must Be Revealed for Court Case, Judge Rules
A landmark court case over a Banksy mural has sparked a debate on criminal damage versus art preservation, leaving police and art world in a quandary.
Police Probe Could Finally Unmask Banksy's Identity
A bombshell police investigation in South Gloucestershire may hold the key to finally revealing the true identity of the world's most famous anonymous artist, Banksy, after a local council inquiry into a disputed mural.
Banksy targets Royal Courts of Justice with new artwork
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
Banksy Unveils Political Mural in London Before Election
Mysterious street artist Banksy unveils a powerful new politically-charged mural in North London, sparking a frenzy among fans and art lovers just weeks before the General Election.
Council paints over new Banksy mural at Royal Courts of Justice
In a controversial move, Westminster Council has painted over a powerful new Banksy mural depicting a protester being struck by a judge's gavel. The artwork, which appeared overnight on the Royal Courts of Justice, sparked immediate debate about art, prot
Vermeer's Masterpiece Mystery: AI Uncovers a Twin Painting
A stunning art world discovery: two near-identical versions of Vermeer's 'Girl Reading a Letter at an Open Window' have been authenticated. Explore how modern technology and traditional expertise solved a centuries-old mystery and what it reveals about sp
Nazi-looted 18th-century portrait recovered in Argentina
A priceless 18th-century portrait, stolen by the Nazis during World War II, has been miraculously recovered in Argentina after an 80-year odyssey, marking a major victory for Holocaust restitution efforts.
Meanjin Literary Journal Closes After 85 Years
The shocking closure of Australia's venerable literary journal Meanjin after 85 years sparks outrage and sorrow, highlighting a deepening crisis for the nation's cultural institutions.
David Bowie's Secret Art Collection Unveiled in London
An extraordinary exhibition of David Bowie's privately owned art collection, featuring works by Damien Hirst and Henry Moore, is set to dazzle fans at Sotheby's. Discover how to view these priceless pieces that adorned his homes.
Henry Jones Art Hotel: Hobart's Heritage Luxury Haven
Discover the Henry Jones Art Hotel, Hobart's crown jewel where 19th-century industrial heritage meets cutting-edge contemporary art and unparalleled luxury in the heart of Tasmania.
Dina Broadhurst's Nude Art at Burning Man 2024
Australian artist Dina Broadhurst showcases her nude photography in a custom-built desert art car at Burning Man 2024, blending high art with festival culture in the Nevada desert.
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