Media in focus: tapestry
September 18, 2020
Today, tapestry is enjoying a rebirth, fuelled by contemporary artists embracing its ancient techniques.
Author: Rebecca Wall
Rebecca Wall is an arts writer and researcher. She studied at the University of Cambridge, the University of Venice, and the Courtauld Institute of Art. After completing an MA in Art History she worked as a Junior Specialist for Lyon & Turnbull Auctioneers, Edinburgh, as Manager of Thomas Heneage Art Books, St James’s, and as Manager of the contemporary gallery Jonathan Cooper, Chelsea. In 2020 she relocated to East Lothian, Scotland.
An art lover’s guide to Edinburgh
September 14, 2020
This Edinburgh art guide will direct you to world-class collections of Old Master paintings alongside innovative contemporary galleries.
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Media in focus: Chinese traditional painting
September 7, 2020
A brief guide on the techniques, materials and history of Chinese traditional painting.
Working with art galleries: what artists need to know
August 31, 2020
Should artists still seek gallery representation?
Book Review: ‘Show Your Art: How to Build an Art Career Without a Gallery’ by Gita Joshi
August 28, 2020
A review of Gita Joshi’s book on career advice for artists, offering tips on the foundations for success.
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Media in focus: vellum
August 17, 2020
Vellum is one of the oldest surfaces available to artists, and is among the most technically challenging. Used by medieval monks, Albrecht Dürer, and by the UK government to record Acts of Parliament, it continues to inspire contemporary artists, many
Generosity is infectious: the Artist Support Pledge
July 23, 2020
The Artist Support Pledge is a way for artists to help each other during these uncertain times.
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Preparing for a recession as a contemporary artist
July 13, 2020
Even as many governments worldwide begin to ‘reopen’ their economies after coronavirus-related shutdowns, it will be a long road to recovery. The Bank of England has predicted that the UK is facing its sharpest recession on record — in April, its economy