Sophie Monaghan-Coombs
A fair to remember: Highlights from the upcoming Art Basel in Basel
While Art Basel has evolved into a global phenomenon, the edition of the fair that is held in Switzerland remains unmissable. Here is what to have on your radar.

Different strokes: the unique canvas works of Pol Taburet and Claire Oswalt
Two artists to watch who are committing to distinct work without fear of favour.

The art of collecting and why people do it
Three collectors throw light on their acquisitions, ranging from contemporary sculpture and pop art to works by young Indian artists.

Interview: Celebrating 25-years of Tate Modern with Karin Hindsbo
The director of the museum looks back on the institution’s role as the epicentre of London’s contemporary-art ecosystem and looks forward to what’s next.

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In a world of instant gratification, it’s a joy to buy tickets 11 years in advance
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Hot tickets: The best of this month’s cultural releases
On our round-up is everything from a steamy Brazilian thriller and an art installation’s debut in Iceland to a small-screen exploration of humans and machines.

The art of a narrative: How Louise Courvoisier and Natasha Brown bring stories to life
Slice of lifeLouise Courvoisier, director The process of making comtĂ© cheese isn’t something that has had much cinematic airtime. But director Louise Courvoisier puts the arduous task centre stage in Holy Cow. The new…

State of the art: Six important new museums to visit in 2025
Seeking cultural inspiration? 2025 is the start of a new wave of museum openings, from a gallery-hotel hybrid in Lisbon to a celebration of West African art in Nigeria.

Why the appeal of printed photographs is enduring through a digital age
Far from being diminished by digital snaps and smartphone shots, physical photograph sales are higher than ever. Here, we turn our focus to the art of photography collection, meeting global gallerists, enthusiasts and auctioneers.

The festival, record factory and app showing the music industry a world beyond streaming
We meet the teams behind three businesses giving the sector a new sound, from a platform that brings artists and fans together to a company at the forefront of the record revolution.
