Woman says horrors at Robert Bush’s funeral parlour made her think of Auschwitz Bush, 48, is to be sentenced for 67 offences spanning 12 years and affecting hundreds of victims. Evening Standard · Jul 28
Betye Saar, pioneering figure of Black arts movement, dies aged 99 Leading assemblage artist was known for reclaiming Jim Crow-era memorabilia as images of Black liberation The Guardian - US · Jul 28
Betye Saar, groundbreaking artist who redefined Black American art, dies at 99 Artist Betye Saar, whose work explored Black identity, culture and spirituality has died in Los Angeles The Independent UK · Jul 27
CBSO/Yamada review – Poulenc and Adams pairing is stylish, witty and thrilling Lucas and Arthur Jussen brought fun and energy to Poulenc’s Concerto for Two Pianos, and John Adams’ Harmonium was monumental and moving in the City of Birmingham Orchestra and Chorus’ Prom under their chief conductor Kazuki Yamada The Guardian - UK · Jul 27
Nearly 20 Georgia O’Keeffe works to go on display in UK for first time Ghost Ranch exhibition at Courtauld in London will look at how artist’s New Mexico home shaped her life and work The Guardian - UK · Jul 27
How to turn a sketch into a stunning surreal dreamscape in Photoshop Amir Zand reveals the process he uses for his Dreamer series. of digital artworks. Creative Bloq · Jul 27
Prince Louis's dream job takes a 'lot of hard work' and he shares this passion with cousin Archie - despite not seeing him in years The last time we know for sure they met was 2019 but both cousins have inherited their dad's love of flying Woman & Home · Jul 27
Reclaiming heritage Busui Ajaw, a famous Akha artist, is aware that Akha culture is disappearing. She had been thinking about holding an exhibition to showcase and preserve her own culture for years, which led to her latest exhibition "The Preservation Of Fire" on display at Bangkok Kunsthalle. Bangkok Post · Jul 26
The Guardian view on a new director at Tate: an old institution must tackle fresh issues Editorial: A decline in visitor numbers, staff strikes and budget cuts – Jessica Morgan faces many challenges as she takes on the biggest job in the British arts scene The Guardian - UK · Jul 26
12-foot mural celebrating sporting legacy between Scotland and Wales under way A new 12 foot mural honouring commonwealth visitors to Glasgow is turning heads in the city The National (Scotland) · Jul 26
Joyce Cairns’s personal odyssey: From Footdee to the RSA’s bicentenary honour WHEN acclaimed Scottish artist Joyce Cairns began her painting career, she was vastly outnumbered by men The National (Scotland) · Jul 25
The 6 Best Manicures of the Week Are All About Minimalist Bare Nails with Glam Accents Sheer bases are meeting gold tips, gems, and soft washes of color. Marie Claire · Jul 25
Southport killer ‘trying to retraumatise families from cell’, says lawyer Comment follows news Axel Rudakubana was transferred from prison to psychiatric hospital The Guardian - UK · Jul 25
Southport killer ‘trying to retraumatise families from cell’ – lawyer Axel Rudakubana was given a life sentence for the murders of Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven. Evening Standard · Jul 25
The Independent UK · Jul 25 Young Japanese artists turn school blackboards into a hit medium for creativity The blackboard serves as the canvas, and colorful chalk the paint, for these young Japanese artists
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24 ‘Future generations will curse us for its loss’: can nothing save Glasgow School of Art, Mackintosh’s masterpiece? Stratospheric costs could prevent the fire-damaged landmark from returning to its former glory. Now, unless a wealthy patron is found, the building seems destined for ‘soulless’ facade retention or ‘curated decay’
The Times of India · Jul 24 1,600-year-old Roman ‘guardian spirit’ discovered beneath ancient fort in northern England reveals how soldiers sought divine protection At Vindolanda fort, archaeologists have made an exciting discovery: a sandstone carving of a Roman guardian spirit, estimated to be 1,600 years old. This striking relief depicts a genius, symbolising the protective spirit revered by the soldiers. Such archaeological finds deepen our understanding of the spiritual lives and beliefs of…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24 Bedlam dreamscapes, digital-age aliens and a summer pastoral – the week in art The terrifying visions of Richard Dadd, UFOs, aliens and Van Gogh’s troubled peasant woman
Radio France Internationale · Jul 24 Notre-Dame's disputed new windows 'on schedule' for December reveal Six contemporary stained-glass windows designed by artist Claire Tabouret for Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral will be installed between October and November, then unveiled to the public in December, the public body overseeing the cathedral's restoration announced on Thursday.
Creative Bloq · Jul 24 Quote of the Day by Georgia O'Keeffe: "I've been absolutely terrified every moment of my life – and I've never let it keep me from doing a single thing that I wanted to do." Why you shouldn't let negative thoughts hold you back.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 24 Unsayable by Michael Cunningham review – The Hours author on the insecurities that powered his creative life The American novelist and screenwriter’s memoir covers sex work, Virginia Woolf and Hollywood success
The Guardian - AU · Jul 24 Adelaide airport pulls ads from conservation groups but keeps gas and mining ads during ALP conference Digital billboards from environmental groups, targeting Labor MPs attending national conference, cancelled with airport stating they are ‘too political’
AAP · Jul 24 Artist's spirit returns as Whiteley studio reopens The studio of celebrated Australian artist Brett Whiteley will reopen to the public after extensive renovations.
Evening Standard · Jul 23 Fake or Fortune? uncovers painting estimated to be worth more than £100,000 In the latest episode of the series, a painting carefully wrapped in a sleeping bag was brought in for investigation.
Marie Claire · Jul 23 Prince William Shared Princess Kate Loves This Therapeutic Hobby—And It's Under $11 Princess Kate loves to switch off with this easy hobby.