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Magical world of inflatable art opens new cultural landmark in Manchester

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Yayoi Kusama and Dots Obsession, 1996-2011 Installation view_ The Watari Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo. Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Victoria Miro and David Zwirner. The new venue will be commissioning and presenting a year-round programme by leading artists from across the world. © YAYOI KUSAMA.

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

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

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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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Julie Lai's 'chrysalis' illustrations celebrate the artist's personal healing journey

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After suffering from chronic pain for several years, Hong Kong artist Julie Lai used her creativity as part of her healing process, illustrating pivotal moments from her journey back to health. I believe it was a result of the trauma and stress from what happened in 2019 and 2020. My art teacher at the time encouraged me to pursue it.

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

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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. To discover more about the artist, visit sebastianchaumeton.com.

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Six ways artists can set up a successful stall at an art fair

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If you're participating in art fairs for the first time or just feel a bit rusty, we've put together a guide on how to set up a stall with the help of Glasgow Print Fair and some of the printmakers it works with. All of the artists agreed to add height to your table and think about interesting ways to display your work. "If

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

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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.