Edward Burtynsky’s large scale images – now on view at Flowers Gallery, London – offer abstracted aerial views of humanity’s industrial impact.

The first UK solo show of work by FOAM Talent 2017 winner Vasantha Yogananthan is inspired by the Indian legend of The Ramayana.

Japan Modern highlights powerful photographic work by 20th century Japanese practitioners, exploring urban and rural environments.

From wearable technology to AI-assisted cameras, this selection offers a range of interactive, forward-thinking everyday solutions.

Living with Buildings at Wellcome Collection, London, examines how urban structures influence society’s health and well being.

Space, Light and Time: Edward Woodman, A Retrospective foregrounds enduring images of 20th century artworks from renowned artists.

Part of Homotopia Festival 2018, Wake up Together at Open Eye Gallery champions the rights of individuals around the world. 

Design To Shape Light transforms perceptions of space through compositions inspired by thoughtful illumination and sculptural forms.

Aesthetica’s must-see shows for mid-October investigate the politics of image-making through documentary, post-production and installation.

After delving into commercial photography, Matthew Dempsey looked towards creating original work with draws a line between artifice and fine art.

Elmgreen & Dragset’s The Whitechapel Pool is a site-specific, derelict arena that reflects on gentrification and the fate of local amenities. 

Aesthetica Art Prize finalist Liz West is featured in a new book highlighting practitioners working at the cutting edge of light-based practice.

The Atlantic Project: After the Future is a new contemporary festival addressing today’s era of uncertainty and changing perceptions of art.

Winner of the 12th Foam Paul Huf Award, photographer Daniel Shea captures the effects of capitalism on the urban landscape.

Phaidon’s Living in the Desert is a visually striking compilation of buildings situated against the stark backdrop of desert landscapes. 

The colourful, 10-metre high Liverpool Mountain by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone marks a variety of key cultural milestones within the city.

Looking towards the future of creative practice, Affordable Art Fair Battersea showcases contemporary work by new, international artists.

Two exhibitions of fashion and portrait photography by Marilyn Stafford open across the UK this autumn, exploring a diverse oeuvre.

Compass Festival bursts onto the streets of Leeds this November, bringing live art and interactive encounters to cultural venues and city streets. 

Haroon Mirza’s works transform the gallery space through moving imagery, sculptural installation and electronic sound, questioning perception.