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.
Andrew Marr remembers Sir Andreas Whittam Smith, the mischievous co-founder of The Independent, who championed journalism that challenged power and had fun doing it. Read his personal tribute.
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.
Explore AP's stunning November photo collection capturing global moments from Gaza protests to royal engagements. Witness history through powerful imagery.
Discover the powerful winning images from AP's photojournalism competition showcasing global events and human stories that defined 2024. See the world through their lens.
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.
Italian cultural officials offer certified digital copies of masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael, priced up to €300,000. A new revenue stream for museums. Explore the future of art collecting.
Discover the groundbreaking work of over 80 female photographers in the National Gallery of Victoria's major new exhibition, running until May 2026. Explore their legacy now.
Becky Barnicoat's latest Guardian cartoon offers dark humour about preparing for nuclear winter. Discover how her work reflects contemporary British anxieties.
Tate Britain's landmark exhibition pits JMW Turner against John Constable, revealing how both artists radically captured 18th-century Britain. Discover their climate emergency relevance today.
Explore how the legendary rivalry between JMW Turner and John Constable drove artistic innovation. Discover if competition truly fuels creativity in this Tate Britain exhibition analysis.
Discover how Susan Loppert revolutionised healthcare environments by integrating art into London's Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, creating a healing space beyond the clinical.
Discover the ultimate guide to UK Christmas culture with theatre shows, film releases, music concerts and art exhibitions across Britain. Plan your festive season now!
Acclaimed cartoonist Stephen Collins delivers biting seasonal satire with his latest Guardian cartoon depicting BBC's festive self-criticism. Discover the artist's sharp commentary on corporate culture.
Explore AP's compelling weekly photo gallery, curated by Anita Baca. Witness the world's top visual stories from 21-27 November 2025. Follow AP's visual journalism.
Explore today's most powerful press photographs capturing pivotal global moments. Witness world events through the lenses of award-winning photojournalists.
A visual journey across continents: Hong Kong fire tragedy, Windsor Castle's festive preparations, Renaissance art at Christie's, and global weather extremes. Explore today's compelling images.
London's Courtauld Institute unveils £82m campus redevelopment at Somerset House, reuniting gallery and teaching spaces in major architectural transformation. Discover the vision.
Acquire a signed, limited edition fine art print from Mimi Mollica's acclaimed Moon City series. This poetic meditation on London's skyline ends 8 December. Buy now.
Anastasia Samoylova retraces a 1954 photographic journey up America's Atlantic Coast, uncovering a nation grappling with its history and identity. Discover the powerful images.
Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman returns with Paula Rego's haunting art as inspiration. Discover how her paintings transform this dark theatrical masterpiece.
A couple deep cleaning their second-hand sofa discovered a mysterious Vietnamese love poem hidden inside, sparking a global Reddit translation effort.
Discover the breathtaking winning images from the Association of Photographers awards that showcase our world through a revolutionary vertical perspective. See photography redefined!
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.
The legendary jewel from Kit Williams' 1979 Masquerade treasure hunt is set for auction. Discover the story behind the golden hare with a £20k estimate. Read more.
The legendary Masquerade Hare, a jewel that sparked a national treasure hunt in 1979, is set for auction with a £15,000-£20,000 estimate. Discover its fascinating story.