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Dear Reader, |
'I am a lobster,' is not a phrase you expect to hear often, but coming from the mouth of British contemporary artist Philip Colbert, I'll go with it. I spent time with him this week in his soul-enriching East London studio having a full lobster immersion (watch this space: we're working on a very exciting cover collaboration). The crustacean has, of course, been used symbolically - or otherwise - in art since almost-time immemorial, but Philip has taken the icon and made it his own, creating a whole universe around it. His pop-like art and sculpture are instantly recognisable, fun, energetic and scream for attention, yet when you understand it within the context of the history of art, it takes on a whole new meaning - and you're hooked. Catch his latest exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery, opening on 29 November. |
Have a great week. |
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WHAT'S EXCITING ME THIS WEEK |
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How To Hit Your Reading Goals |
I agonise over my reading habits: once so healthy, now dwindling on the vine except when I'm on holiday. But habits can improve so here are seven tips to help you get your reading groove on. |
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Honey Help |
That jar you have in your cupboard is probably not what you believe it to be. Honey is so often sold as a superfood but, according to a recent survey, 90 percent of honey jars from UK retailers fail authenticity tests. We tell you how to spot the fakes. |
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Have You Done The Winter Arc Challenge? |
No, me neither. It is though a 90-day self-improvement initiative that focuses on personal growth, health and fitness during the last three months of the year - when we're apt to spend more time on the sofa, eating panettone and generally being less active. Up for it? |
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FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS |
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Celebrate Thanksgiving here in London with one of these special restaurant menus - or host your own feast at home. |
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Stay warm in the most delicious way: by embarking on a mulled wine trail around the capital, hosted by Fables & Company. |
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Get your tickets now for children's mental health charity Place2Be's star-studded carol concert, taking place at Holy Trinity Church Sloane Square. 5 December |
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Catch a festive film under the stars at art'otel London, where a rooftop cinema has arrived, complete with Portuguese fare and cocktails. Until 22 December |
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Catch a candlelit performance of Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, starring Kit Young and Ruby Bentall. |
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