With a definite chill seeping in, the cold is getting to us all. However, with big cable knits and slouchy style jumpers back in, our bodies will be grateful for our woolen friends. This winter, […]
This week we love…
Malaika Firth. Some people are a fortunate gift of the gene pool; one of the lucky few is Malaika Firth. Though the up and coming model can […]
The Babadook is easily one of the best horror movies of recent years
The Babadook will scare you, but it might not do so in the way you expect. As a ‘monster in the closet’ flick, it is easily the equal of recent favourites The Conjuring, Sinister and […]
Shezad Dawood presents a union of old and new in a visually stimulating display
In Leeds City Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, Shezad Dawood presents a new film, sculpture, textile paintings and neon pieces alongside works from the gallery’s own collection.The London-based artist was already familiar with the gallery’s collection […]
Leeds College of Art MA Show is a work of exceptional imagination, diversity and technical skill
Munro House last week hosted the exhibition launch of Leeds College of Art’s MA in Creative Practice. The brand new course proudly displayed the work of its first four artists, active in a cross section […]
Accessory of the Week: Wrapping up
The news of winter has officially arrived; the clocks have begrudgingly turned back, signalling the last few glimpses of daylight which remain. The warm air has fallen short with the blue skies soon to disperse […]
Swipe Right has a clear message: put your phone down and experience the world
Swipe Right explores the influence of dating network app Tinder through an upbeat and often entertaining production featuring an ensemble of six creative individuals. It was entertaining to see a satirical slant on dating apps, […]
Our pick of the top scariest film villains
The Thing Top of the list is The Thing from John Carpenter’s 1982 film (not the cripplingly disappointing 2011 prequel, even if Tormund Giantsbane is in it). The use of gory, disgusting handmade prosthetics gives […]
Balls to “Fun Size” food
Around this time of year, whether because of the turn in the weather, or the rush of homesickness from not having seen my mum for two months, my consumption of “snack foods” really hits its […]
Precious Metals
Why dwell on the past, when the future looks so bright? Metallics are catching the spotlight after seasons of being kept in the dark; these minerals are ready to take centre stage once again, after […]
“Not everyone likes it and that’s okay” – An Interview With Cardinal Burns
Currently on a national tour off the back of the success of the second series of their hit sketch show . We caught up with Dustin Demri-Burns – one half of comedy duo Cardinal Burns – while […]
Ode to Autumn
Put away your Birkenstocks,let down that artful top-knot, guys and gals, because summer is dead. Let us welcome in the glorious rule of Autumn. Rather than mourning the loss of sunny days and the imminent […]