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Editorial
In this extract from ‘How Painting Happens’, celebrated writer and art critic Martin Gayford draws a parallel between the practice of painting, past and present, and explores the question: how do painters set about to make a painting?
Contemporary Art
Through the Lens of Banksy
Kelly Grovier, author of 'How Banksy Saved Art History', speaks to us about his interest in Banksy’s work through the lens of art history, and the artist’s impact and legacy.
Francis Bacon Studies
Dr Ben Ware on the artworks of Francis Bacon
Dr Ben Ware on how we can interpret Francis Bacon’s art philosophically.
Women Artists
Photo Essay: '100 Sculptors of Tomorrow'
Take a look at the exciting new sculptures from '100 Sculptors of Tomorrow', the book that celebrates and sculpture and opens the definition of the medium.
Women Artists
Interview: Kurt Beers on '100 Sculptors of Tomorrow'
Kurt Beers, founder and director of Beers London art gallery, on finding the most exciting sculptors working today.
Surrealism
Amy Dempsey's guide to surrealism
There's more to this movement than melted clocks and bowler hats. We sat down with 'Surrealism' author Amy Dempsey to discuss one of the most popular art movements of the 20th century.
Art Essentials
Interview: Susan Woodford's Guide to Enjoying Art
When it comes to looking at pictures, where do you start? This is the question that Susan Woodford answers with deft candour in her ‘Art Essentials’ title, 'Looking at Pictures'. We sat down with Susan to discuss what people ‘need to know’ to enjoy art.
Art History
A Closer Look at the Genius of Bruegel
We take an interactive, in-depth look at one of Pieter Bruegel the Elder's stunning paintings, 'Hunters in the Snow'.
Art History
Books Do Furnish a Painting: a Photo Essay
What links Stalin and the artist Rosso Fiorentino? What was Gauguin hinting at when he painted a copy of Milton’s 'Paradise Lost' into a portrait? Is it true that no one ever saw Picasso with a book in his hand?
'Looking at Pictures' explores the origins, designs and themes of over one hundred pictures in order to artfully expand our appreciation. Read an exclusive extract below.