Finnbogi Pétursson, Reset (2011)
My favourite kind of art is that which makes us think about the natural environment and the elements; works that combine art and life. Finnbogi Pétursson- from Iceland – does just that. Continue reading
Paul Cocksedge, a London-based designer, was commissioned to make this ‘caught in the wind’ sculpture for the city of Lyon’s annual Festival of Lights (ended 11 December 2011). Continue reading
Banksy, Cardinal Sin (2011), Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool
In a recent wave of new graffitis, this latest work by the street artist Banksy refers to the recent child abuse scandal within the Catholic Church. Continue reading
It seems like there’s any excuse for festive cheer, and quite right. Continue reading
Merry Christmas everyone! I hope everyone’s spending this Eve tucking into mince pies, frolicking in the snow and drinking lots of sherry. Continue reading
Animus (2011), air compressor hose, wax, steel bracket
Exploring the dichotomy between life and death, calm and chaos, and seduction and repulsion, Manchester-based artist Susie MacMurray’s sculptures and installations are currently on show in her first solo show at London’s Agnew’s Gallery (The Eyes of the Skin, through 4 December). Continue reading
So, on a recent trip to the Centre Pompidou I came across this text-based sculpture by Slovakian artist Ján Mančuška, entitled Oedipus (2006). Continue reading
Italian artist Paolo Epifani – otherwise known as Rabarama – is the mastermind behind these captivating figurative sculptures. Continue reading
Right in the centre of Paris’ Place Vendôme is this multi-faceted mirrored assemblage entitled Ring, by French artist Arnaud Lapierre. Continue reading
Andrea Cuius and Roland Ellis, The Company (2011), 76 tungsten lamps
Like ping-pong balls and bicycles, the humble lightbulb is another example of everyday items being used to make striking installation. Continue reading
