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Members of Team We Heart are often to be found cowering under their desks, but there was a time during the height of the Cold War when this was positively encouraged by governments. As the fingers of power edged ever closer to the big red button,...
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Usually when a photographer misses half of their subject's body from a shot, that would be judged a failure destined to be discarded in the darkroom bin. Not so with Mark Cohen, whose work stands apart precisely because of his unusual crops, which...
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I say, there aren't too many names like this to the pound, what? Hubert de Cronin Hastings was for decades the backbone of leading periodical The Architectural Review, influencing both the evolution of the publication and helping to shape the...
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Photographer Bruce Davidson got on board with the Civil Rights Movement early – before it even had a name. In the Spring of 1961, the then 28-year-old American took his seat amongst anti-segregationist campaigners on a Freedom Riders bus from...
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Are these interiors real, or are they imaginary? The truth is somewhere in between. Visitors to the Alan Cristea Gallery, London, are in danger of rearranging their faces by walking into Ben Johnson's wall hangings; the works skilfully trick the...
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Credited as one of the pioneers of the Pop Art movement in Japan, Keiichi Tanaami's creative journey started at a young age as a witness to the horrors of World War Two. Images of destruction were indelibly burned onto the imagination of the 9...
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Pop quiz then folks: what was the first comic book? Don't all shout at the screen at once, because I can't hear you, and I don't know the answer anyway. The British Library is more qualified than most to have a stab at that conundrum, and...
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You've probably never given the humble scrapbook much thought – unless you keep one yourself – so you might not know that they merit an important place in the modern literary canon. Sceptical? Paperwork: A Brief History of Artists' Scrapbooks...
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As quick with a soundbite as he was with his punches, Muhammad Ali was a sportsman who understood the power of personality and the value of publicity. The self-proclaimed greatest boxer in history was never one to shy away from the cameras, and...
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The New-York Historical Society (answers on a postcard as to the why or whatnot of its hyphenation) is currently conducting a guided tour of the city's architecture, with photography as the medium and director Bill Cunningham calling the shots....
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God broke the mould when he made Sister Mary Corita Kent, a teacher, philosopher, political activist and pop artist with a most extraordinary story. In fact if it were any closer to 1 April you'd be forgiven for suspecting mischief, but it just...
Fashion
It can be a bit of a cringe-worthy experience looking back at old photos, and more so the older we get. Even the most dedicated follower of fashion has a few skeletons in the wardrobe from their formative years, which begs the question: What was...
Dispatches
With works spanning the design of buildings, landscapes, installations, exhibitions and objects, the projects of Asif Khan MBE explore sites of complex narratives, community empowerment and questions of identity. Collaborating with Canada Water and...
City Notes
Inspired by the golden age of nightlife, Calgary's Sweet Loretta Bar nods to the throbbing energy of 1970s discos and vintage sound studios, the late-night venue situated in the city's design and arts district and offering an inclusive space for...
City Notes
Located within Newson’s Yard — a recently conceived design hub on the Pimlico Road in London’s Belgravia — Wildflowers is a new neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and deli with a focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients cooked over...
City Notes
Chef Santiago Lastra's latest venture sees London-based A-nrd Studio create a metaphorical home-away-from-home, where the locally inspired fare and affable atmosphere of family-owned Mexican restaurants unite with a contemporary twist informed by...
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Looking for that vibrant green look that you see on the internet? Well, with the best lawn care experts, these grasses can now be within your reach. You’ll be able to turn your garden a serene outdoor retreat with the lush lawn underneath your...
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Moving from Chicago to New York City is a thrilling yet daunting leap. You’re trading deep-dish pizza and the stunning Lake Michigan views for bagels and the electric energy of Manhattan’s streets. Whether you’re chasing a career opportunity,...
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If you drive, you know there’s a danger element that always goes with that. Even if you feel you’re an excellent driver, and you follow all traffic rules, you might still have some bad luck. A drunk driver might plow into you, or someone might...
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Among all the other decisions you have to take regarding renovation of your house, choosing the right bathroom remodeling contractor is the most important. When partnered with a trained professional, your idea will be turned into great, efficient...