TJ McNamara on art: Threads of rich emotion
The dexterity of an artist's technique means the viewer can often be involved in the action of the moving hand as well as the unspoken thoughts that might underlie a painting.
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Kiwis pop up on skateboard art
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Office refit forces $1m art sell-off
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UK gallery gives in to cameras
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Ratepayers lament state house
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Is this worth $1.5 million?
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Climber's sister takes his artwork to world
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Paul Little: Art paints a picture about us
A healthy amount of public art tells you a lot about a community, writes Paul Little.
Kiwi's 'thundercloud' lamp
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Michele Hewitson interview: David Mitchell
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eBay to pull Harris-associated items
eBay is reviewing the sale of artwork and other items associated with Rolf Harris following his conviction for child sex offences this week.
Most powerful press images
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