The recent theft of the £5 million ‘The Parsonage Garden at Nuenen in Spring 1884’ by Vincent van Gogh is not the first and won’t be the last piece of art to be stolen. Over […]
My Fashion Lessons from the Pandemic
Freya offers some personal reflections on how the pandemic has changed her personal relationship to fashion and consumption.
Shane Dawson Says the Beauty World is too Negative, but he’s Part of the Problem
Lizzie discusses the YouTube community’s response to Shane Dawson’s recent contentious rejection of the online beauty world.
Phoebe Bridgers Reaches a World of Her Own on New Album, Punisher
Punisher is heavy and haunted, but Phoebe Bridgers’ music is more alive than ever. The Californian singer-songwriter has released her second full length album, and it’s otherworldly right down to its cosmic album art. Bridgers […]
Chromatica Blasts Us Into Disco-Dance Heaven
Lady Gaga’s highly anticipated sixth studio release came at the worst possible time. In a global pandemic, and just days after the murder of George Floyd, the world is hurting, feeling the injustice and institutional […]
Green Gardens Spread Their Wings on New EP ‘Sauna, Teach Me How to Breathe’
Leeds-based four piece band Green Gardens have established themselves firmly in the local gig scene over the last few years, breaking the stereotype of “boys with guitars” with their meaningful music and sharp talent. However, […]
Lockdown, Upcycle: Reworking old clothes with SOPHIE NANCY
Whilst the country has been in lockdown, Leeds-based Sophie Gottlieb has devoted her time to upcycling. Using the contents of her wardrobe, from old jeans to socks, Gottlieb has created a collection of garments that […]
Leeds University Textiles Class of 2020
We take a look at some of the talent from Leeds textiles students graduating in the year of the pandemic.
Lockdown Activity: Crafting in Style
Need some stylish inspiration to keep you occupied in quarantine? From up-cycling those old trainers to making masks, Millie offers plenty of ideas to keep you busy.
Cornrows: Exploring Systematic Racism in Fashion
Discussing the historical legacy of cornrows, and why its appropriation in the fashion industry is an all-too frequent form of covert racism.
Full Stream Ahead: How has the Arts and Culture world coped with Covid-19?
With great Leeds arts community spaces such as Hyde Park Picture House or the Leeds Museums & Galleries temporarily closing due to Covid-19, it is easy for students to remain defeatist, envisioning the creative landscape […]
Escaping a Crisis Through Art
As an art enthusiast, art galleries have always provided me with a quiet space to reflect and connect with an unknown narrator. Therefore, the news that commercial art galleries are reopening leaves me with great […]