Aesthetica speaks to renowned multidisciplinary artist John Akomfrah on his latest installation, ‘Arcadia’, now on display at The Box, Plymouth.

Lisson Gallery presents new and recent work by John Akomfrah, demonstrating his rich visual style, which is as poetic as it is political and fuses contemporary issues with history and fiction.

John Akomfrah’s (b.1957) multi-screen installation Vertigo Sea draws inspiration from two striking and harrowing literary works: Herman Melville’s Moby Dick and Heathcote Williams’ poem Whale Nation.

A group exhibition, featuring work from John Akomfrah, Phoebe Boswell and Rashaad Newsome, will run from 7 March until 10 April at the Carroll / Fletcher gallery in Central London.

John Akomfrah opens his first exhibition for Caroll/Fletcher this Friday. Hauntologies reveals the virtuosity and depth of his practice, as he considers on disappearance, memory and death.

The first American survey of work by John Akomfrah investigates the legacy of colonialism, climate change and the experiences of migrants.

Vancouver Art Gallery’s ambitious new exhibition asks one major question: how do we face worsening ecological change with anything other than despair?

The artist transforms Tate Britain’s neo-classical Duveen Galleries into an immersive installation drawing on the legacy of 1960s African cinema.

We celebrate Earth Day 2026 with five exhibitions that highlight the beauty of our natural environment, as well as the urgent need for sustainable action. 

We recommend one show for every month of 2026, spanning retrospectives and group shows across art, design, photography and more. Mark your calendars.

n the midst of a busy season, we’ve selected five exhibitions that offer a welcome change of pace. They invite viewers to reflect on the passage of time.

The Jarman Award shortlist has been announced for 2025. The prestigious annual prize recognises innovative emerging artists working in moving image.

This World Earth Day, Aesthetica brings together ten works of art that are driving important conversations around environmental issues and climate crisis.

These five exhibitions showcase renowned artists and emerging voices who are using their platform to call for action against the climate crisis.

The Jarman Award announces Aesthetica Alumnus Maryam Tafakory as the 2024 winner, her profound work addresses censorship in Iranian cinema.

A new exhibition at Whitechapel Gallery explores Peter Kennard’s remarkable career, in which he sought challenge and protest the status quo.

Do Ho Suh faithfully recreates past homes using translucent fabrics, taking over entire rooms with works that ripple with nostalgia.

The 60th Venice Biennale, titled ‘Foreigners Everywhere,’ reflects on identity and belonging as felt today. We round up 10 must-see pavilions.

Yinka Shonibare returns to London for his first public solo exhibition in over 20 years. Learn more about his journey, practice and hopes for the future in this interview.

Moving image offers up captivating experiences, inviting us to lean into new worlds. In this round-up, we highlight 5 artists’ films from the Art Prize.