What is Art Photography?

Thomas Struth, National Gallery 1, London, 1985 Seduced by Art: Photography Past and Present is currently on display at the National Gallery in London. The lack of natural lighting and the dark walls in the basement of the Sainsbury Wing evoke the solemn atmosphere of a crypt. In complete contrast to the liveliness of Trafalgar…

A New Encounter of Contemporary Art and Anthropology

Namsa Leuba, Statuette Ndoki, Saleou, Guinea, 2011 Last and First Men. Towards a New Anthropology is the title of a group exhibition currently held at The Library Space in Battersea which explores the relationship between contemporary art practice and anthropological discourse. The exhibition is organized by Armsden, a new art venture dedicated to promoting emerging…