Blue Willow Deconstructed

I can’t remember exactly when I first became aware of Blue Willow as it is so ubiquitous, but I have always loved the freshness and timelessness of blue and white china…

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Tim Walker's Wonderful Things at the V&A

It’s always great to be able to immerse yourself in someone else’s world - and Tim Walker’s Wonderful Things at the V&A didn’t disappoint.

artist date, inspiration, photographyNicola PennyFebruary 21, 2020Tim Walker Wonderful Things, London art gallery

Bridget Riley at the Hayward Gallery

A wonderful journey through Riley’s work, spanning an incredible 70 years, and including many familiar works, alongside pieces not seen before.

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Food: Bigger than the plate at the V&A

An inspiring and thought-provoking exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum about so much more than just food. Here are a few of my visual highlights.

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Yayoi Kusuma at Victoria Miro

“The Moving Moment when I went to the Universe”

I loved this exuberant riot of pattern, colour and vibrance - and it was a perfect contrast to the pared down, beautiful architectural space where it was on display, in the Victoria Miro gallery.

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