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Frieze Seoul director Patrick Lee on the galleries not to miss at the 2025 fair
Looking to experience Frieze Seoul like a local? Patrick Lee has shared his expert guide to the fair’s top galleries, museum shows and even the city’s most talked-about Korean barbecue.
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Every object has a story to tell – and V&A London’s new storage facility is designed to serve as a museum
Monocle takes an exclusive look behind the scenes of London’s new V&A East Storehouse that’s not just demystifying the work of curators and conservators, but also redefining what a museum can be.
Underrated pillars of the contemporary-art world
From archivists to frame makers, the international art industry relies on a network of behind-the-scenes talent to thrive. We meet some of the creative professionals who play crucial roles in the sector.
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.
Ways of seeing: Six must-visit exhibition spaces from South Korea to Switzerland
A cross-continental tour of notable new galleries, innovative art museums and celebrated fairs, meeting people whose passion for bringing art into the public domain is reflected in the trailblazing nature of their venues.
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.
How Bahrain is growing its art and design community
The tiny island kingdom is experiencing a flowering of artistic expression from within, spurred on by bold, homegrown creatives and smart cultural investment.
Change of art: The National Gallery Singapore aims the spotlight at Southeast Asia
The team at this national gallery is showing the world new ways of looking at art.
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.
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.
