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Observations: Plaintive paper works that promise a fairy-tale ending
Friday, 4 December 2009
For most people, fairy-tales stay firmly put on the page. But for artist Su Blackwell, who creates whimsical, intricate paper-cut sculptures from second-hand books, the magical, mythical folkloric creatures spill over into everyday life. From Peter Pan to the Wizard of Oz, snow queens to ice maidens and whirling lit-up merry-go-rounds, words and illustrations rise from the pages in charming 3D forms. She creates scenes from Alice's Adventures in Wonderland as well as swaying sail boats and fish, majestic castles, paper princesses and secret gardens.
All her material possessions: Sally Ann Lasson gets a tour of supermodel Marie Helvin's wardrobe
Thursday, 3 December 2009
Marie Helvin says she has been on a diet all her life but judging from a close look at her, it's surely been worth it.
The past suppers: Can paintings reveal how our ancestors ate?
Thursday, 3 December 2009
A new TV series attempts to find out by analysing paintings of food and replicating the meals.
Photography's biggest award: Images from the sharp end
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
The shortlist for the Deutsche Börse Photography Prize reveals obsessions with politics, nationality – and a famous pair of legs. Charlotte Cripps previews next year's Deutsche Börse prize
Bridget Riley: New Paintings, Wall Paintings, Gouaches
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Bridget Riley has been creating abstract paintings for 50 years – and her latest work is as tantalising as ever, says Tom Lubbock
Subtle changes at the V&A make a world of difference
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
A £31m revamp of 10 of its galleries has done wonders for the V&A, says Michael Glover
On trial: the question of what is modern art
Tuesday, 1 December 2009
To the uneducated eye, there is very little difference between the work of sculptor César Baldaccini and a block of scrapyard – a characteristic exploited by two French brothers. John Lichfield reports from Paris
On the agenda: Tiger, tiger, burning bright – and it's coming right for us! Plus, lessons in carving turkey
Sunday, 29 November 2009
FilmWhether you like to see a master at work or watch an auteur in the making, Rolex's biennial Mentor and Protégé programme will catch the eye. Six virtuosos, from visual artist Rebecca Horn to author AS Byatt, each take an up-and-coming talent under their wing for a year, and will be discussing their experience at various venues around the capital.
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