Soaring, skillful, seductive, sensory, spectacle. There are many words to describe Le Noir, but just one to sum it up: sensational.

Last week, in conversation, the Vienna Piano Trio's Stefan Mendl confessed his intense admiration for Beethoven's Opus 70 no 2.

New York is calling New Zealanders who want to develop their career overseas.

William Dowdall is an Irishman with Kiwi connections, celebrated on CD when his 2010 album, Breathe, showcased solo flute pieces by New Zealand and Irish composers.

Judges described his shot of urine-filled test tubes, pictured, as "unusually beautiful".

Art excellence award goes to a photo was described by judges as ''unusually beautiful''.

Here's the upcoming summer season of goodies.

The wheel of death rolls out for the latest spectacular, writes Dionne Christian.

TV presenter Heather du Plessis-Allan is the proud owner of a "scary" piece of art but her husband has refused to allow it into their Wellington home.

A court battle between an artist and a gallery director has ended with both men claiming victories but the artist expecting a hefty payout.

Kate Tempest is a woman of many talents, with a background as a poet, playwright and a novelist. When she's here in January, she'll be showcasing her skills as a rapper.