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5 Ways to Avoid Buying a Fake Banksy Print

Banksy

12 Mar 2026

Banksy prints are highly collectable and can fetch incredible sums of money. Unfortunately, this makes them a target for forgeries. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, it’s important to know how to spot a fake. Here’s a detailed guide to help you navigate the world of Banksy prints.

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David Hockney | Top 5 Works Sold at Auction + a Bonus addition

Artists

26 Feb 2026 | 2 min read

Hockney’s five highest auction results aren’t just big numbers; they’re a masterclass in what makes his work so enduring. From the splash of a Los Angeles pool to psychologically charged portraits and monumental landscapes, these record-breaking sales reveal the images collectors return to again and again.

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Next Stop: Cologne for Kusama’s Landmark Tour

Artists

19 Feb 2026 | 3 min read

The Museum Ludwig in Cologne will host a major Yayoi Kusama retrospective from March 14 to August 2, 2026, celebrating its 50th anniversary. The exhibition features over seven decades of work, including iconic polka dots, pumpkins, and a new Infinity Mirror Room.

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Tracey Emin | 5 +1 Major Influences

Artists

12 Feb 2026 | 2 min read

Tracey Emin has been forged by rebels, rockstars, and the salty air of the English coast. Ahead of her much-anticipated exhibition opening at the Tate Modern later this month, we review 5 + 1 of her major influences to unpack the layers of her practice.

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Art as Protest: Banksy and Palestinian Politics

Banksy

9 Feb 2026 | 5 min read

Banksy’s work has long existed at the intersection of street art, media spectacle, and political dissent. While his anonymity invites mythmaking, his interventions in Palestine reveal a sustained and deliberate engagement with one of the world’s most enduring geopolitical conflicts. From the West Bank barrier to the ruins of Gaza, Banksy has repeatedly returned to Palestinian spaces, not as neutral backdrops, but as active sites of protest.

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Artist Decoded: Bridget Riley

Artists

29 Jan 2026 | 3 min read

Born in 1931, Bridget Riley is one of Britain's most loved artists. A pioneer in her field of "Op-Art", she has developed a practice that is inspired by nature and influenced many. Her career has spanned over 70 years - Read on to find out how she has remained at the top.

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Why January is the Best Time to Buy

Art Market

8 Jan 2026

January is often seen as a pause in the art world. In reality, it is one of the most constructive moments of the year for collectors a time when strong works come into focus and decisions are made with clarity rather than pressure.

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Andy Warhol and Brigitte Bardot

Artists

4 Jan 2026 | 3 min read

Brigitte Bardot became one of the defining faces of modern celebrity, and Andy Warhol recognised in her image the perfect subject for his Pop exploration of fame, desire, and mass reproduction. From their Cannes connection to the enduring market power of his 1974 portrait, Warhol’s Bardot reveals how an icon can outlive biography; fixed forever as image.

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The Hang | December | Your round up of art market for 2025

Art Market

26 Dec 2025 | 4 min read

The year in review: 2025 is coming to a close, and this year has a lot to say for itself.

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New Banksy's: Stargazing Children Become a Message on Homelessness

Banksy

22 Dec 2025 | 1 min read

Two identical Banksy murals showing children lying on the ground and pointing at the stars have appeared in Bayswater and near London’s Centre Point, with only one officially confirmed by the artist. The works are widely seen as a poignant comment on child homelessness and social neglect, especially in the run-up to Christmas.

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