Art
These 3D-printed 'artefacts' reinvent cultural appropriation
A modern day treasure hunter — Anousha Payne uses 3D printing to carve out a niche between ancient materials and modern technology, rewriting the context of cultural objects.
Written by: Rudy O'Brien
The art behind Russia’s revolutionary uprisings
Painting politics — A new show at London’s Tate Modern uncovers the history of political Soviet art – from leaflets and banners to propaganda posters and periodicals.
Written by: Dominique Sisley
Why giant murals of black women are popping up across London
‘You Are Enough’ — Appearing across the walls of the capital, Dreph’s portraits celebrate the humanity, beauty and strength of black British women.
Written by: Dominique Sisley
Why I shred: The creative power of destruction
Rip it up and start again — Ever felt like tearing an idea to pieces? London artist Cara Mills feeds her imagination into a giant shredding machine, which then spits it out in a pile of snowflakes. In this episode of Heightened Senses, a collaborative video series between Huck and Canvas, she shows us how thinking outside the box can liberate your creativity.
Written by: Rudy O'Brien
Blondey McCoy announces new London art show
‘Us and Chem’ — The Palace skater’s latest exhibition blends antidepressants, mental health and a collaboration with Damien Hirst.
Written by: Biju Belinky
ANOHNI launches free feminist festival in Denmark
The future is female — ‘Future Feminism’ – a series of performances, talks, workshops and events – is coming to Aarhus this month.
Written by: Dominique Sisley
The artist igniting our senses through tactile experience
Let's get physical — Heightened Senses is a collaborative video series between Huck and Canvas showcasing young artists determined to rewrite the rules of artistic engagement. In this episode, Lucy Hardcastle unveils an innovative, touch-responsive glass sphere that combines technology with tangible experience.
Written by: Rudy O'Brien
Sylvia Plath’s visual art is celebrated in new exhibition
Uncovered treasures — The poet’s secret artistic talents are unearthed for a new show at Washington D.C’s Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.
Written by: Dominique Sisley
Why this artist is making the longest film in history
30 days, 720 hours — On December 31 2020, Anders Weberg will premiere Ambiancé – a film with a 30-day long runtime – before destroying it forever. We meet him to find out why.
Written by: Dominique Sisley
The zine uncovering London’s underground graffiti scene
Pavement Licker — From the political to the surreal, Pavement Licker covered the rise of UK street art from 2003. Now, all 10 issues have been put together in a book.
Written by: Biju Belinky
