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Black fatigue? The pivot to identity-free Black art

When Black portraiture becomes too politically charged, the art world shifts to abstraction—but the power dynamics remain unchanged

May 25 •

The Architect Was Always There

On the Spatial Poetics of Noah Davis’ Life’s Work

May 11 •

On the Turner Prize 2025 shortlist: artists Nnena Kalu, Rene Matić, Mohammed Sami and Zadie Xa

Serious painting, mesmerising sculptural cocoons and conceptual sophistication are in the running for this year's £25,000 award

Apr 24 •

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Who Really Keeps Art Alive When Markets Crash?

These unsung heroes might surprise you. Plus, Autism in art critique: it's a dialogue, not a mic drop

Apr 13 •

Visceral Canker: Donald Rodney Speaks Through Time at Whitechapel Gallery

Notes on art, illness and unexpected moments of recognition

Feb 23 •

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