On 27 April 2023, The Three Horseshoes with food from Margot Henderson OBE, behind the well-loved Rochelle Canteen, will open in Somerset. Located in the bucolic village of Batcombe, The Three Horseshoes is a 17th century inn thoughtfully restored from its origins and brought back to life as an elegant pub with rooms, offering glorious…
Mariko Mori is widely recognised as one of the most important artists to have emerged from Japan over the past five decades. Her artistic approach, which stems from the idea of interconnectedness, explores various phenomena of life, such as the existence of the universe, death, reality, spirituality and technology. Her early works were heavily influenced…
Shezad Dawood’s multidisciplinary practice weaves together stories, hybrid realities, and symbolism to build nuanced works that extend across a diverse array of media, from painting and sculpture to film and VR. Fascinated by ecologies and architecture, his work takes a philosophical approach, asking questions and exploring alternative futures through what Dawood describes as ‘world-building’ and…
Architecture has long been essential in shaping the cultural and historical identity of our cities and nations. It is a reflection of society’s aspirations and values and plays a critical role in creating a sense of place. The world is filled with architectural marvels, from ancient temples and residences to modern towers and museums. Behind…
While the Caribbean has been linked to cinema since the late 1800s, it is not widely recognised as a filmmaking centre, with the exception of Cuba, which established its own film industry after the success of the revolution in 1959. Despite the region’s involvement and interest in movies, its primary role has been that of…
Boasting a rich cultural history, laden with tradition and innovation, South Asian aesthetics and design have left an indelible mark on the world of fashion. In recent years, a growing number of diasporic designers have gained attention from the industry, using fashion as a way to explore and celebrate their heritage by blending and reimagining…
Now in its 14th year, hybrid art-fair-come-festival Independent returns to New York from 11-14 May 2023 at Tribeca’s Spring Studios, with an artistic programme selected by founding curatorial advisor Matthew Higgs and co-produced in collaboration with leading galleries, non-profits and museums worldwide. This year, 66 participating organisations are included in the fair’s roster, 16 of…
As the need to tailor, repair and reinforce cloth birthed diverse sewing techniques, the decorative potential of these advancements led to the art of embroidery. Variations of the practice grew in prevalence as so-called Folk art, using materials that were accessible to non-professionals. Examples include Hardanger from Norway, Merezhka from Ukraine, Mountmellick embroidery from Ireland,…