There is a new exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts: “America after the Fall, painting in the 1930s”, showing how artists responded to the american social and economic changes in the 1930s. This is a great opportunity to see some paintings and artists we can rarely admire. I was very pleased to see how well designed and organized this event was, with focuses on several aspects of these important changes in the 1930s. Let me present you the paintings that I found particularly moving.
A few weeks ago, I discovered an awesome restaurant that would adapt to any circumstances: wether you come with family, friends, even business colleagues…you definitely will enjoy your time at The Petersham Nurseries !
The venue is located in Richmond and offers a tea room, a glasshouse restaurant and a shop with plenty of plants and antiques. This is a genuine oasis of greenery, away from the bustle of London. Just thinking about it makes me drool with envy…I must come back!
David Hockney is so famous that almost everyone has seen at least one of this artist’s paintings in their life. But at the same time, it is quite hard to define David Hockney’s style, as the painter has evolved technically and artistically during the last decades.
David Hockney’s exhibition at the Tate Britain is said to be the “fastest-selling one in the Tate’s history” and presents an extensive selection of the artist’s works. Let’s discover David Hockey’s first retrospective since 1988…
A friend of mine told me she had discovered a new place to eat amazing pastries, including one “real new”. Although I am not particularly keen on sweet tastes, I am always curious to discover innovative creations. And the “Cronut” is undoubtedly something I will remember! Let me introduce you to the Dominique Ansel Bakery…
The Design Museum, originally located by the River Thames near Tower Bridge, reopened last November on High Street Kensington. It was founded in 1989 by Sir Terence Conran (the famous designer and founder of Habitat and then the Conran Shop). The Design Museum worked with the John Pawson’s team on the museum’s interior fit-out to turn it into a 21st century’s landmark. I was quite excited a few weeks ago to see the new creation of Sir Conran. And you’ll see it’s worth the visit!
As this post will prove it, you can have good times in the warmth on a rooftop, even in winter! After two unsuccessful attempts (don’t even think about going there with no reservation), this time we booked a table for two at the Radio Rooftop Bar & Restaurant. And it couldn’t be better…
Ok, let’s pretend January is not as blue as it is at the moment… Here is an idea where to spend a good time, especially if you are fond of photography. Go to the Tate Modern and ask for the Sir Elton John’s Modernist Photography Collection. You’ll see masterpieces of photography there! And at the same time, you’ll discover the Tate’s new building. Follow the guide…
When you’re feeling the winter is too long and skies too grey and drizzly, you’ve got to hide in a cosy place to cheer up in London! Coppa Club has made the buzz recently: a few igloos are on offer on their thames-side terrace, with an amazing view over the Thames and a warm atmosphere to enjoy. See it for yourselves!
I can’t believe we are already in the early days of 2017… I am still remembering all the great moments we had in December, enjoying a great Christmas Spirit in London. This city is an amazing place where you can’t help but be touched by Christmas as all venues in London do create a wonderful Christmassy atmosphere… Before wishing you an happy new year, let’s see what makes London so special in December.
This is a must-see exhibition, which is being held at the National Portrait Gallery until next February. Picasso must have been the most prolific artist of his time and portraits represent a large part of his work, wether caricatures, portraits of relatives or self-portraits. The selection of great portraits made by the Portrait Gallery depicts Picasso’s evolution in pictural styles and enhances at the same time the important role of women in the artist’s life. Don’t miss it…you’d regret it!
