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Artist Denzil Forrester melds the energy of '80s dub with themes of social justice

Creative Boom

Q, 2022 © Courtesy the artist and Stephen Friedman Gallery, London. Photo by Todd-White Art Photography A new show by Grenada-born British artist Denzil Forrester showcases an intoxicating series of paintings that merge past and present in a frenzy of energy.

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Paintings that imagine famous artists as Mr Men or Little Miss characters in their own style

Creative Boom

But instead of Mr Tickle and Little Miss Sunshine, the paintings bring us funny tributes to the art world, including Mr Bacon and Ms Emin. Through each piece, Chaumeton uses humour and intrigue to make us think about each artist on display.

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Artist Adam Bridgland pays tribute to rock lyrics with intense colours and visual attitude

Creative Boom

In a new show at London's Jealous Gallery, artist Adam Bridgland brings together wild hues, dynamic patterns and the powerful pull of nostalgia in an alluring visual display. Interdisciplinary artist Adam Bridgland hasn't, though, as his second solo exhibition stands as a testament to.

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How Sean Rodrigo is turning Walthamstow into a mini metropolis of good

Creative Boom

We profile the London-based artist and look at some of his key projects to date. It's the kind of highly original and inventive art project that puts a smile on people's faces and makes life on a dull and dreary morning that little bit more bearable. But for the artist behind them, Sean Rodrigo, this is not just a one-off side project.

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Somerset House art show revisits the last 50 years through the prism of horror

Creative Boom

Courtesy of the artist. An imaginative new art show points to how the horror genre influences rebellious artists and helps us to understand a chaotic world. In this way, the last five decades of British history are recast as a story of cultural shapeshifting, told through some of our most provocative artists.

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The Still Point: Paintings by Nancy Cadogan that celebrate the joyfulness of solitude

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Bringing themes of literature, time and stillness to her latest series of figurative paintings, artist Nancy Cadogan 's work represents traditional domestic scenes and reminds us of the often-forgotten joyfulness of solitude. Under the Leaves (2019) © Nancy Cadogan. Open books suggest a story about to be told or yet to be written.

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Dive Into the Dallas Art Scene: 5 Artists Not to Miss at The Other Art Fair

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Photograph by Lorenzo Demaria (2022), limited edition of 30 Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of artistry and creativity at The Other Art Fair presented by Saatchi Art, returning to Dallas for its 7th edition from May 9 to 12. and European juried shows, grace galleries worldwide. Her works, acclaimed in U.S.

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