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Mastering Digital Fruit Sketches: Bananas, Limes and Strawberries
Discover why fruit remains one of the best subjects for digital sketching. Explore banana, lime and strawberry studies inspired by classic still life art.
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Running the North West Coastal Path: A Wirral Coast Adventure from New Brighton to Neston
Join me and Austin the Jack Russell as we tackle the Wirral section of the North West Coastal Path, running from New Brighton to West Kirby and onwards to Neston. This coastal adventure combines historic landmarks, seaside promenades, the Wirral Way, hidden beaches, wildlife-rich shoreline and challenging trail sections along the Dee Estuary. Discover route…
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What Is Britishness? Exploring Identity, Culture and the Meaning of Being British
Discover what Britishness really means in today’s society. Explore British identity, iconic symbols, cultural heritage, diversity and the values that unite people across the United Kingdom in this thought-provoking look at what it means to be British.
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Michaela Yearwood-Dan: The Practice of Liberation at the Whitworth Gallery Manchester – A Powerful Exploration of Art, Identity and Freedom
Discover Michaela Yearwood-Dan’s The Practice of Liberation at the Whitworth Gallery Manchester — a powerful immersive exhibition combining vibrant paintings, ceramics and sound to explore Blackness, queerness, femininity, colonial histories, faith and the pursuit of freedom. Through colour, text and symbolism, Yearwood-Dan creates a meditative space where art becomes a practice of healing, resistance and…
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Looking Back at the Hockney Stained Glass Window at Westminster Abbey (2018): Art, Controversy, and Legacy
David Hockney’s 2018 stained glass window at Westminster Abbey sparked a passionate debate about the relationship between contemporary art and historic architecture. Created using iPad technology to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, the vibrant landscape design divided opinion—hailed by some as an innovative fusion of tradition and modernity, while criticised by others as a visual…
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When Fandom Goes Too Far: The Dark Side of Band Obsession
When does loving your favourite band become an unhealthy obsession? From concert tattoos and costly fandom to toxic stan culture, discover where passion crosses the line.
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June Newsletter – alisonlittle.blog | Running, Lifestyle, Liverpool & Culture
Catch up with June on Alison Little Blog, featuring summer running gear, wedding gift ideas, Liverpool community news, David Hockney’s legacy, powerful poetry, and a preview of July’s adventures.
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Schoolyard Promise to Street Survival: The Story Behind Spliced to Vices
Spliced to Vices is a powerful poem about a childhood friend whose bright future became consumed by addiction, exploitation, and life on society’s margins. Through personal memories and stark social commentary, it reflects on lost potential, fractured communities, and the enduring hope that redemption remains possible.
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David Hockney Dies Aged 88: Celebrating His Legacy and Works at Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery
David Hockney, Britain’s most influential contemporary painter, has died aged 88, leaving behind a groundbreaking artistic legacy. From his bold explorations of identity and sexuality to his innovative use of digital technology, Hockney reshaped modern art. Visitors to Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery can currently view two of his significant works, The 7 Stone Weakling and…
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Everton & Anfield Without a Library: Why the Fight to Reopen Breck Road Matters More Than Ever
Eight months after the closure of Breck Road Library, residents in Everton and Anfield are still without a vital community resource. As campaigners push for its return, concerns grow over access to services, the future of Breck Road, and the wider impact on the local community. Discover why this fight is about more than just…
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