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article news schedule Apr 30, 2026

Has a new Banksy statue just appeared in central London?

A new statue has appeared on Waterloo Place in central London, bearing the signature of elusive street artist Banksy. The artwork depicts a suited man carrying a large flag that covers his face, stepping off a plinth, and blends with nearby bronze and granite monuments. Sightings were first reported on Wednesday 29 April, but how and when the statue was erected in this busy intersection remains unknown. Banksy has not yet posted the work on his Instagram account, his usual method of authentication, though crowds have already gathered.

museum exhibitions schedule Apr 1, 2026

‘The sharp perception only a woman can bring to observing other women’: Dorothy Bohm’s photographs go on show at Lee Miller’s former home

A new exhibition titled 'About Women' featuring seven decades of work by photographer Dorothy Bohm opens at Farleys House & Gallery, the former home of photographer Lee Miller. The show highlights Bohm's female-focused street photography, spanning from black-and-white to color work, and draws a direct connection to Miller's legacy.

person people schedule Mar 21, 2026

These 5 Gen Z Collectors Are Rewriting the Rules of the Art World

Five Gen Z art collectors are profiled, revealing their distinct approaches to acquiring art. They prioritize direct relationships with artists, often via social media, and favor emerging and digital art, with many focusing on artists from their own generation and diverse backgrounds.

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Has a new Banksy statue just appeared in central London?

‘The sharp perception only a woman can bring to observing other women’: Dorothy Bohm’s photographs go on show at Lee Miller’s former home

These 5 Gen Z Collectors Are Rewriting the Rules of the Art World