Contemporary feminist artists will soon be taking over the Gas Hall at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Opening on 10th November 2018, ‘Women Power Protest’ marks a century since the first women won the right[…]
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Abstract art | Jay Taylor: Dialogues of destruction
I’m often asked to recommend abstract art for sale. Online, there’s a lot out there, especially large contemporary paintings. Most of it isn’t worth investing in. However, I recently came across Jay Taylor, and this[…]
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Careers | 6 reasons why you should study an Art History degree
Why should you choose to study Art History at university? I feel like I have made the case for studying art and its histories many times over on the blog! So, for this guest post[…]
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Top 15 | Best books on art collecting today
The art world can seem overwhelming to many collectors, and especially to those just starting out. That’s why it’s best to take advice from experts, including dealers and other collectors. While you might not have[…]
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Top 13 | Best children’s art & craft classes in Birmingham
Art and craft classes are a brilliant way for children to explore their creative talents, take time away from screens, and get messy ― outside of your home! They also allow little ones to build[…]
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13 of the best art & art history books for children
In this blog post I round up some of the best art books for children. Do you have a little artist or budding art historian in the family? Or maybe you’re looking for a gift?[…]
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12 steps to success | How to start an art blog
My art blog turned 2 years old this week! So, in celebration, I thought I’d write a feature on how to start an art blog. It is based on my own experiences, mistakes (yes, there[…]
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Exhibition | Pato Bosich: Drawing antiquity with wine
Pato Bosich (b.1978) has an enchanting new exhibition of drawings created in dialogue with the British Museum’s collection of classical antiquity art. Working both on-site in the museum and back in his studio for more[…]
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Careers | Are arts & humanities degrees useless?
An increasing number of students are asking the same question: are arts degrees useless? If you’re going to pay a university £9,000 per year at the very minimum, you want to know the worth of[…]
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A beginner’s guide | How to start a contemporary art collection
How do I start a contemporary art collection? Is it a good idea to invest in contemporary art? Where should I buy art from? These are all questions which I am often asked, and to[…]
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