Too late to go this year, the Hong Kong International Art Fair, opening this Thursday 17th, is something I should definitely pencil in for next year as when its popularity ever increasing, the quality of the art on display is becoming something. Take this event for example – KAWS, or Brian Donnelly at Galerie Perotin. … Continue reading Kaws at Gallery Perrotin in Hong Kong
On February 16, 1990, at age 31, Keith Haring’s life was cut short due to an AIDS-related illness. He would have been 54 today and as a homage, here are a few words and a tribute to his most iconic pieces of art. I wonder what Keith Haring (May 4, 1958 – February 16, 1990) … Continue reading Keith Harring would have been 54 today
Born in Doncaster in the fifties David Lee flew the nest at a young age to set up residence in London, which heralded a new phase in his life, as he discovered London’s burgeoning hippy scene. However, during his early thirties, his love affair with France began with the marriage of his French wife. Inspired by … Continue reading David Lee at Graffik gallery- 'Vive La France’
This work is the result of an exploration into the area of masculinity and social stereotypes. As a documentary photographic essay the work opens the doors to a lesser-seen area of society in an attempt to challenge pre-existing British stereotypes surrounding male identity and firearms. Our aim is to aim is to survive focuses on … Continue reading Our Aim is to Survive, photographs by Brian J Morrison
Having been a fan of Ben Oakley’s art work for the last few years I was really excited to see the Ben Oakley Gallery open in Greenwich last year. Having spoken to Ben this week he has given me details of the upcoming show in January which looks to be another good mix of contemporary … Continue reading BEN OAKLEY GALLERY (aka the B.O.G)
