A review of Lux, an exhibition focusing on digital art about light and perception. The ultra-cool space at 180 The Strand hosts another cutting edge show with plenty of Insta-friendly works. Lux at 180 Studios The exhibition space at 180 Studios on the Strand was, for me, a post-lockdown discovery. I came here for the […]
A review of a visit to the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga in Lisbon. This very traditional national art museum in the European tradition nevertheless has some distinctive sights to see. Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga Lisbon’s Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga (National Museum of Ancient Art) feels like a slightly odd place. It is […]
There is something for everyone in this relatively compact capital city. But for the culture lover, Lisbon is a supreme destination. It would take several long weekends to try out everything the city has to offer; I hope this guide will help you to get your bearings in Lisboa. Lisbon For Culture Lovers Lisbon is […]
A review of a free exhibition on now at the National Gallery. Bellotto: The Königstein Views Reunited is a good opportunity to see how this celebrated Venetian artist approached an unusual German commission. Bellotto’s Königstein Views I am really getting into these one-room exhibitions at the National Gallery in London. Last year I saw Sin, […]
Hiding in plain sight, this small London museum is a wonderful discovery. And a guided tour is the perfect way to get to grips with the history of the Order of St John, and peek behind the scenes. The Museum Of The Order Of St John That’s quite a mouthful – what does it really […]
A roundup of the talks and events I made it to as part of Open House 2021. A mix of old and new this year, with a particular focus on my new neighbourhood of South East London. Open House London 2021 It’s that time of year again! 2020 was the first time I was ever […]
A review of a recent visit to the Estorick Collection in Islington, including their exhibition Italian Threads: MITA Textile Design 1926-1976. In which the gallery is small and quick to visit, but it is a nice oasis of calm and culture nonetheless. Hello Again Estorick Collection Today I am going to be telling you about […]
A roundup of several London art galleries which have recently reopened. In which I see many artists, many works, and many ways of welcoming visitors back to gallery spaces as restrictions lift. Commercial Gallery Crawl: So. Much. Art. After the year we have had, it feels like such a luxury to be able to spend […]
A walk from Bethnal Green Station to the Limehouse Basin, along the Regent’s Canal. A good way to explore the area, with options to stop off in some city parks. Through Urban East London to a Green Space A lot of the land around East London has long been densely urban. As well as all […]
A review of a (very) early spring visit to the Chelsea Physic Garden. In which I am overjoyed to have something I can book tickets and go to. And the spring flowers are a bonus. Something You Can Book Right Now! Ok. As you can tell, I was pretty excited about going to the Chelsea […]
