Poignant Stories

Tate surveys over 20 years of film, photography and sculpture from Steve McQueen – creating an arena for self reflection and social scrutiny.

5 to See: International Women’s Day

Aesthetica collates powerful exhibitions and events to attend this International Women’s Day – which takes place on 8 March.

Observations in Colour

Vivian Maier’s photographs came to light after her death, when a box of negatives was discovered at a local auction house in Chicago.

5 to Read: This Month

Aesthetica selects must-read titles for March 2020. These books survey creativity across the world, looking at the history of images and art.

Details in the Landscape

Stephen Shore’s photographs are designed to reflect the way people talk. A new book from MACK highlights 1970s small camera works.

Shared Feelings

Photographer Dan Hall highlights the similarities between young adults and older generations – sharing examinations of the human condition.

Defining Images

“Photography in 2020 is as ubiquitous as the last Instagram post, text, or tweet.” The Met’s surveys 100 years of image-making in a new publication.

Challenging Perspectives

The Biennale of Sydney 2020 provides a space for 110 international artists to consider sovereignty, inclusivity and activism.

Bold Statements

Artist and author Harland Miller has always been surrounded by books. He is best known for making paintings inspired by Penguin’s titles.

A Dynamic Approach

“René Groebli has always been an artist on the move.” The photographer’s images are defined by dynamism, forward-looking and modernism.

Transforming Objects

A mask made of mirrors. Shoes formed from pots and pans. Joana Vasconcelos is a leading Portuguese conceptual artist creating sculptures.

Autonomous Technology

Karina Smigla-Bobinski celebrates the first prototype general use computer – examining interactive software through installation.

New Viewpoints

A house designed for watching the sunset. Mirrored structures standing in the landscape. Not Vital connects architecture and perception.

Experiencing Architecture

We live, work and sleep surrounded by buildings. So how does architecture shape our experience of the world? Samstag Museum of Art explores.

5 to See: COLLECTIBLE Design Fair

COLLECTIBLE Design Fair highlights innovative projects from across the world. Aesthetica selects five talents from this year’s event.

Sony World Photography Awards 2020

The Sony World Photography Awards returns for 2020, announcing the finalists and shortlist whilst introducing a new Environment category.

Representing Communities

Dawoud Bey’s photos capture African American communities from the 20th century to today – exploring identity and representation.

Creative Energy

Grayson Perry is a chronicler of contemporary life. A new show highlights the artist’s early works, exploring gender, identity and class.

Brandt and Moore

Henry Moore met photographer Bill Brandt during WWII. A new publication cements the artists’ legacies as British pioneers.

Reconnecting with Nature

Art has a proven positive impact on our mental health. Wysing Arts Centre invites artists to place works in unexpected locations.