Category: Politics, Feminism & History
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The Branded Hotel: The Interview Room – A Psychological Thriller About Police Power and Trauma
Ten years after the events of The Branded Hotel, Sal has moved away and begun rebuilding her life. But the police officer responsible for pursuing her has never truly let go. With his career flourishing and his authority giving him access to information, people and influence, he continues to watch from a distance. The Branded…
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Is Windermere Too Busy? A Realistic Look at Crowds in the Lake District
Windermere may be the jewel of the Lake District, but is it being loved to death? From crowded viewpoints at Orrest Head to noisy beaches and endless queues, overtourism is reshaping the landscape. Here’s a personal reflection on the pressures facing Windermere—and how visitors can travel more sustainably.
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A Town That Never Left Her: Tracey Emin and Margate
Discover the powerful relationship between Tracey Emin and Margate, the seaside town that shaped her childhood, inspired her art and remained part of her identity. Explore Margate’s decline, revival and Emin’s remarkable return home.
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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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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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May Newsletter | Alison Little
Explore May on alisonlittle.blog—featuring powerful fiction on trauma and survival, insights into building a daily Procreate sketching habit, contemporary sculpture confronting violence, and inspiring walks and coastal runs across Lancashire and Merseyside.
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May Morris: Crafting a Legacy Exhibition at the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Port Sunlight
Discover the remarkable story of May Morris at the Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight. This beautifully curated exhibition explores her legacy as a pioneering designer of the Arts and Crafts Movement, while also uncovering the fascinating personal and artistic connections of the Pre-Raphaelite circle—including the relationship between Jane Morris and Dante Gabriel Rossetti.…