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Tracey Emin | Lougher Contemporary
Art Exhibitions London

Tracey Emin’s I Followed You to the End at White Cube Bermondsey

Coinciding with Frieze London (2024), Tracey Emin’s solo exhibition, I Followed You to the End, is on display at White Cube Bermondsey from 19 September to 10 November 2024. Emin, a leading figure ...

Cy TwomblyCy Twombly | Lougher Contemporary

Who is Cy Twombly: A Comprehensive Guide to His Art, Influence, and Market

Cy Twombly (1928-2011) is renowned for his ability to blend the abstract with the mythological, combining calligraphic scribbles, cryptic marks, and grand themes that span time and history. Though ...

Banksy's "Girl with Balloon": A Journey from Street Art to Auction Sensation

Banksy, the elusive and provocative street artist, has captivated the world with his poignant and often politically charged artworks. One of his most iconic pieces, "Girl with Balloon," epitomises ...

Jeff KoonsJeff Koons | Lougher Contemporary

Jeff Koons’ Balloon Animal Sculptures: A Journey Through Pop Art’s Most Iconic Creations

Jeff Koons, born in Pennsylvania in 1955, is one of the most influential and controversial figures in contemporary art. Known for his larger-than-life sculptures and installations, Koons has consis...

Tracey EminTracey Emin | Lougher Contemporary

Exploring Tracey Emin's Practice: How She Makes her Art

Tracey Emin’s artwork is deeply rooted in personal experiences, offering an intimate glimpse into her life. Often autobiographical, her work confronts themes of love, loss, vulnerability, and traum...

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Art ExhibitionsGrayson Perry | Lougher Contemporary

Grayson Perry’s 2023 'Smash Hits' Exhibition in Edinburgh: A Retrospective of a Cultural Icon

The ‘Smash Hits’ exhibition, hosted at the Royal Scottish Academy by the National Galleries of Scotland, marks a significant milestone in Perry’s career. This retrospective, the largest of his care...

Alex KatzAlex Katz | Lougher Contemporary

Who is Alex Katz?

Alex Katz is a prominent American artist, born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1927. Over his extensive career, Katz has become renowned for his unique approach to portraiture and landscape painting, cha...

BanksyBankys Zoo Series | Lougher Contemporary

Banksy’s Animal Murals in London: A Guide to the Mysterious Artists Latest Works

In August 2024, Banksy, the elusive and world-renowned street artist, unveiled a series of animal-themed murals across London. Dubbed the "London Zoo" series by fans, these nine pieces appeared dai...

Art Exhibitions LondonYayoi Kusama Liverpool Street Station Public Sculpture

Yayoi Kusama’s “Infinite Accumulation” Sculpture Unveiled Outside Liverpool Street Station

The bustling streets of London have been graced with a striking new addition, “Infinite Accumulation,” a monumental public sculpture by the renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Installed outside ...

PejacDiscover Pejac: The Spanish Street Artist Blending Minimalism and Trompe-l'œil in Public Art

Discover Pejac: The Spanish Street Artist Blending Minimalism and Trompe-l'œil in Public Art

Pejac is renowned for his compelling outdoor works that often employ trompe-l'œil techniques to create striking visual illusions. His street art frequently incorporates minimalist silhouettes and s...

Michael Craig-MartinMichael Craig Martin | Lougher Contemporary

Celebrating the Legacy of Michael Craig-Martin: A Retrospective Look at the Influential Conceptual Artist

Michael Craig-Martin is a renowned Irish contemporary conceptual artist and painter, celebrated for his significant contributions to the art world and his influential role as a teacher. Born in Dub...

Tracey EminTracey Emin | Lougher Contemporary

Tracey Emin’s Monoprints: Raw Emotion and Artistic Brilliance

A monoprint is a unique, one-off print created by applying paint or ink to a smooth surface such as glass or metal, which is then pressed onto paper. Unlike other printmaking techniques, each monop...

Julian OpieJulian Opie | Lougher Contemporary

Julian Opie’s Bold Portraits

Julian Opie is a renowned British artist born in Oxford in 1958. He is a prominent figure in the New Sculpture movement, with a distinctive style that has left a significant mark on contemporary ar...

Robert LongoRobert Longo | Lougher Contemporary

Who is Robert Longo: Artist and Filmmaker?

Robert Longo's art is characterised by its striking visual impact, blending the realms of photography and cinema with large-scale artworks. He describes his work as existing "somewhere between movi...

BanksyBanksy | Lougher Contemporary

Banksy's "Devolved Parliament": A Satirical Masterpiece

Banksy, the elusive and provocative street artist, has captivated audiences worldwide with his striking social and political commentary. Among his most notable works, "Devolved Parliament" stands o...

Julie MehretuJulie Mehretu | Lougher Contemporary

Exploring the Dynamic Artistry of Julie Mehretu

At the core of Mehretu's technique lies a meticulous process of layering and mark-making. She often begins with sketches and drawings, which serve as the foundation for her larger compositions. 

Patrick HughesPatrick Hughes | Reverspective | Lougher Contemporary

Patrick Hughes: The Mastermind Behind Reverspective

Hughes' Reverspective series is a ground-breaking artistic concept that he first developed in the 1960s. The term "Reverspective" is a portmanteau of "reverse" and "perspective," and it perfectly e...

BanksyBanksy | The Anonymous Icon | Lougher Contemporary

Banksy: The Anonymous Icon

Discover Banksy's transformative journey from the streets of Bristol to global acclaim. Explore the enigma behind his thought-provoking art, challenging norms, and reshaping the cultural landscape....