The Nigerian Modernism exhibition at Tate Modern is massive. With work by over 50 artists from across 50 years to be displayed, the curators faced a dilemma as to how present so much from so many. Their solution was to focus on key individuals and key groups, from Ben...
Barcelona has always been one of my favourite European cities, with the Sagrada Família and Gaudí’s remarkable architecture set against the Mediterranean backdrop. Although I had never attended Gallery Weekend before, I was delighted to join its 11th edition, held...
1989 was 'Museums Year' in the United Kingdom, a celebration of our cultural institutions which inspired Lubaina Himid to make a body of work that was displayed at Chisenhale Gallery in London in the summer of that year. Her installation, 'The Ballad of the Wing',...
As London Gallery Weekend returns for its fifth edition (6-8 June), we present an alphabetical selection of standout recommended exhibitions across the capital's 126 participating galleries. From newly established spaces to landmark enterprises, this year's programme...
Easter regularly brings exhibitions exploring themes drawn from Christianity; this year is no exception. For the April 2025 Diary, I highlight exhibitions that include work from Mainie Jellett, Evie Hone, Francis Hoyland, Nic Fiddian-Green, Gert Swart, and Stanley...
Tate and Hyundai Motor have announced that Máret Ánne Sara, a Northern Sámi artist and writer, will create the 10th annual Hyundai Commission for Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall. Her site-specific installation will open to the public on 14 October 2025 and run until 6...
For the February 2025 Art Diary, I begin with exhibitions by artists I've followed and whose work I've written about. These include Peter Howson, Jonathan Anderson, Barbara Hepworth and Theaster Gates. Then, I highlight the fascinating work and career of Steve...
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 opened on December 4 to a bevy of VIPs seeking to ensure they were the first ones inside. Many collectors want to have first right of refusal, given they do not like knowing that someone else has passed on the piece. The fair included 286...
The Guyanese-British artist Hew Locke worked for two years with staff across the British Museum to select objects with which to explore the cultural impact of British Imperialism. Locke, most well-known for his celebratory installation, The Procession, shown in the...