Moment Suspended
Brooke DiDonato’s images stretch the boundaries of what is possible, asking us to look at domestic settings, landscapes and everyday objects again.
Fragile Landscape
Ingrid Weyland harnesses scrunched-up paper as a metaphor for humanity’s impact on nature, overlaying forest scenes with twisted print-outs.
Creative Portraiture
Jordan Diomandé shows a masterful command of natural lighting, shooting at golden hour to capture sunlit reflections and dramatic shadows.
Playing in Colour
The imaginative contemporary photography of Dublin-based Sarah Doyle plays with shapes and colours, to offer up a joyful viewing experience.
Sense of Magic
Cig Harvey engages all five of our senses, with pictures that bring together bright floral motifs, domestic interiors and figures in the landscape.
Routes Transform
Charting one artist’s journey from Florida, all the way to Maine, whilst examining the US landscape, as a site of mythmaking, nostalgia and fracture.
Shows to See this Month:
Installation & Performance
Introducing a season of ambitious shows that push the boundaries of experiential art, from the 20th century to today’s technology-driven innovations.
Meet the Aesthetica
Art Prize Winner: Tobi Onabolu
The winner of the 2025 Aesthetica Art Prize is Tobi Onabolu. We spoke to the artist about his practice and what it means to receive the award.
Reflection:
The December / January Issue
The publication thoughtfully examines recent artistic breakthroughs and experiments while exploring possibilities for the future of creativity.
Alejandro Cartagena:
Ground Rules at SFMOMA
Alejandro Cartagena reveals how the camera can be used as a tool to probe questions surrounding urban expansion and public infrastructure in Mexico.
Seeds of Hate and Hope:
Bearing Witness Through Art
A new show at Sainsbury Centre explores how seven different artists have witnessed, experienced and responded to conflicts with powerful artworks.
Meet the Aesthetica Art Prize
Shortlist: Brendan Dawes
Brendan Dawes is a British artist and designer renowned for his playful yet thought-provoking explorations of data, technology and objects
Winter Exhibitions:
Five Shows to See
Our top five shows this winter encourage audiences to see the world from new and exciting perspectives, rewriting established and traditional narratives.
The Power of Photography:
Reflections on the RPS Awards 2025
The winners of the 2025 RPS Awards have been announced. It is the world’s oldest photography prize, celebrating the very best of the medium.
Creative Legacies
In the final film of our MPB: The Next Shot series, director Theo Tennant reflects on how his camera shaped his BAFTA Cymru-winning documentary.
Cristina De Middel:
Journey to the Center
Cristina De Middel’s poignant series Journey to the Center, presents a compelling exploration of migration, shared myths and human resilience.
Groundbreaking Perspectives:
2025 Jarman Award Winners
The winners of the 2025 Jarman Award have been announced. This year, the illustrious prize is shared between Morgan Quaintance and Onyeka Igwe.
Meet the Aesthetica
Art Prize Shortlist: Sam Metz
Artist Sam Metz creates sculptures that centre neurodivergence and chronic pain, challenging conventional perceptions of contemporary art.
Chiharu Shiota: Threads
of Memory & Migration
A new show traces over 20 years of the Chiharu Shiota’s practice, bringing together drawings, sculptures, photographs and huge installations.
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