Most people often associate February as the month of love and romance due to Valentine’s Day being on the 14 th , so let’s explore how artists have conveyed the theme of love in their work. Personally, like many others, I think that love is and has always been one of the most common themes in art. Love is commonly referred to as ‘an intense feeling of fondness, warmth or deep affection’ or ‘a great liking or interest in something’. Many artists find themselves incorporating t

At the Reading International Symposium last month, speakers addressed a familiar question: What can we learn from artists? The conference aimed to explore the contribution artists and art institutions make to reimagining public life through the lens of ‘ecological thinking’ - or to put it simply, “how we work together, learn from each other, and imagine more sustainable and inclusive futures.” [1] But the most striking moment came from an audience member, asking simply “When

As we approach the middle of January 2026 it’s time to see what art exhibitions the New Year has to offer. From J.M.W Turner and Georgia O'Keffee to Jessica Rankin there is something for everyone. Why not plan an inspiring and nice day out in London with friends and family to visit both major and smaller galleries to see these artists' work? Tate Modern: ‘Turner & Constable Rivals & Originals’ (Until 12 th  April 2026). J.M.W. Turner and John Constable were two of Britain’s g