by Jon Cronshaw I don’t claim to be an expert on opera, far from it. My only reference points for opera are an obnoxious moustachioed insurance salesman, a busty Aryan in a Viking helmet, and Pavarotti. My New Year’s resolution is to try new things and force myself out of my comfort zone, so when … Continue reading
The work of artist Voldemārs Matvejs (1877-1914) will be on display at the Henry Moore Institute, Leeds, from January 30 to April 14. Matvejs was a Latvian painter and art theorist who was fascinated by the display and understanding of art. He took ‘Vladimir Markov’ as his nom de plume in 1912, marking the first … Continue reading
Leeds Print Fair by Jon Cronshaw The second annual Leeds Print Festival hosted a range of events this past weekend at Leeds Gallery, Munro House, York Road, Leeds. The events included an opening party on Friday 18th, the Leeds Print Fair on Saturday 19th, a series of talks on Sunday 20th, and an ongoing print … Continue reading
by Jon Cronshaw Ellington House The Departure Foundation has announced the Vantage Art Prize, a Leeds-based competition for emerging artists working in all media, with a first prize of £1,000. The deadline for artists to submit applications to the competition is 23 January, with a shortlist of 20 artists being selected to have their work … Continue reading
by Jon Cronshaw Harold Offeh Leeds-based arts organisation Pavilion are giving the opportunity to 6-8 young (15-25) East Leeds residents to assist with the work of London-based visual artist Harold Offeh. Pavilion will host three training sessions at Temple Newsam House, Leeds, during February which will explore the history of Temple Newsam and the art … Continue reading
by Jon Cronshaw Jon Cronshaw, ‘Post-Lapse’ In 2009, I interviewed Greek-born artist Janis Rafailidou for Art Fist magazine. During the interview, we had a lengthy discussion about the compatibility of a critical art practice with spontaneous creative impulses. Only a small part of the discussion made it to press, but it is an issue that … Continue reading
Leeds Art Scene is the place for the people of Leeds to catch up on all the latest that our city has to offer in the visual arts. We aim to provide the latest news, reviews and interviews, as well as showcase the work of artists and curators based in and around Leeds. If you … Continue reading
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