Narrative Journeys

A double exhibition of works by photographer Erwin Olaf takes a personal look at his craft, stylistic development and storytelling methods.

Isolated Planes

Blurring the boundaries between photography, illustration and digital painting, Alex Fruehmann’s works offer alternate storylines.

5 to See: This Weekend

Aesthetica’s selection of must-see photography shows for early January offers conceptual visions of iconic natural and urban landscapes.

Local Vernacular

The Map and the Territory at Jeu de Paume, Paris, is a retrospective surveying colour photographs taken by Luigi Ghirri in Modena during the 1970s.

Intriguing Curation

Haute Photographie offers an international line-up, celebrating a selection of new talents whilst foregrounding the medium’s rich history.

Chronicling Hardship

A retrospective of Dorothea Lange at Jeu de Paume, Paris, spans work from the early 1930s to lesser-known pieces of the 1950s.

A Collaborative Lens

Mounted in celebration of European Month of Photography 2018, a show spans four decades of images by Ute Mahler and Werner Mahler.

The Metropolitan Wanderer

The cinematic mise-en-scène of everyday urban life is central to this retrospective of Northern Irish photographer Hannah Starkey.

5 to See: This Weekend

Stylised photography, social documentary and abstract art come together at the close of December, revealing the evolving nature of art.

Conscious Photography

ICP’s first retrospective of Eugene Richards spans nearly 50 years and explores critical themes in the photographer’s career.

Reflections on the Everyday

Of Individuals and Places comprises images that depict real or imaginary places, or indeed those in an ambiguous position between the two.

Sculptural Portraits

Form & Function – a new publication from Aesthetica Art Prize alumna Chloe Rosser – provides an alternative view of the human form.

5 to See: This Festive Season

This week’s selection of must-see shows includes renowned awards, immersive VR experiences and inspiring photography exhibitions.

Urban Developments

Living with Buildings studies the structures which house and care for humanity – considering the changing needs of urban planning.

Foam Talent: Visionary Connection

This year’s Foam Talents reflect the state of play in 2018, weaving personal narratives through forward-thinking, interdisciplinary methods.

Architectural Movement

Visual artist Sarah Oppenheimer’s work manipulates perceptions – involving the viewer in a constantly shifting timeline of cause and effect.

Electrical Impulse

Haroon Mirza’s most comprehensive exhibition to date is loud; the noise emanates endlessly from Ikon Gallery as a tour de force of contemporary art.

10 UK Photography Galleries to Watch

Aesthetica’s selection of ten UK photography institutions offers inspirational viewing and exceptional year-round curation.

Charting Discovery

Tracking an unusual journey from London to Reykjavik, Gabrielle Motola’s series comprises striking photographs of Europe and Scandinavia.

Digital Languages

In today’s age, we are all consumers. As such, “Instagrammable” artworks are rising in popularity, such as Yayoi Kusama’s latest show at Victoria Miro.