Arts & Culture

Exploring the art world through the eyes of curators, artists, photographers and architects. Visits to studios, galleries, museums and homes.
The Contemplative Work of Sculptor Silvia MacRae Brown

Inside the Sussex studio where her nature-inspired plaster works come to life. 

1 year ago
Eternally Yours | Exploring Repair and Care at Somerset House

Five artists showcase the unique ways they have repurposed TOAST materials.

2 years ago
Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg Creates a Living Artwork for Pollinators

The climate-positive installation blooms at the Eden Project, Cornwall.

2 years ago
Sea Dreams | An Elemental Event at the Minack Theatre

Curator Kirsteen McNish will bring together a trio of creatives for an evening of music and words at the Cornish open-air theatre.

2 years ago
TOAST Podcast | Series 6 | Elemental Compositions

Our new podcast series in partnership with Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

2 years ago
A Curator’s View | Sarah Coulson, Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Chloë Ashby speaks to the YSP curator as the contemporary art institution celebrates its 45th year. 

2 years ago
Elemental Compositions | Artistic Interpretations

To celebrate our seasonal theme, we invited you to share your responses through a piece of artwork or a photograph.

2 years ago
In the Studio with Painter Laxmi Hussain

The London-based artist on her route to creating evocative figurative paintings.

2 years ago
A Curator’s View | Hannah Watson

The TJ Boulting gallery director on creating a diverse programme with a community spirit. 

2 years ago
Celebrating Communities with Photographer Vivek Vadoliya

The London-based director explores identity through powerful portraits.

2 years ago
Tracing the Life of Joanna Drew: A Visionary Maker of Exhibitions

The respected gallery director who transformed the British art scene over four decades.

2 years ago
Celebrating Slow Architecture with Peter and Thomas Randall-Page

We meet the renowned British sculptor and his architect son to discuss their decade-long project, the Art Barn.

2 years ago
Laura Knight: A Panoramic View at MK Gallery

A look at the English artist celebrated for her paintings of marginalised communities, war and performers. 

2 years ago
Botanical Compositions with Photographer Shelley Kirkwood

The New England-based creative on the process behind her dynamic yet delicate works.

2 years ago
Magical Realism with Painter Nneka Uzoigwe

We speak to the London-based artist about her dreamlike work.

2 years ago
A Curator’s View | Darren Clarke, The Charleston Trust

We speak to the Head of Collections, Research and Exhibitions at the former country home of painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant.

2 years ago
Transforming Roots into Weavings with Visual Artist Diana Scherer

The Amsterdam-based artist on harnessing the energy of plants for her intricate installations.

2 years ago
The Life and Work of French Artist Suzanne Valadon

Chloë Ashby speaks to curator Nancy Ireson about the groundbreaking painter and her rich contribution to the art world. 

2 years ago
A Curator’s View | Osei Bonsu

The curator of International Art at Tate Modern broadening the representation of artists from Africa and the African diaspora.

2 years ago
Rewilding | Artistic Interpretations

To celebrate our seasonal theme of Rewilding, we invited you to share your responses through a piece of artwork or photograph. 

2 years ago
In the Studio with Rosalind Wyatt | Time to Make

A glimpse into the London-based artist’s exploration of language through textiles.

2 years ago
Tami Aftab | Emerging Artist

The London-based photographer balances playfulness with serene portraiture for a season of rewilding.

3 years ago
A Curator's View | Sarah Allen on Sophie Taeuber-Arp

We meet Assistant Curator Sarah Allen for her perspective of the Sophie Taeuber-Arp retrospective at Tate Modern.

3 years ago
In the Studio with Artist Berta-Blanca T. Ivanow

We talk to the multidisciplinary artist about her fundamental work, rooted in her tranquil countryside studio.

3 years ago