Hardy boy: the wild landscapes of James Morrison, from Angus to the Arctic
As a new documentary reveals, the Scottish painter braved wind, rain and Arctic ice in search of his ‘rough truth’
Germany moves closer to returning Benin Bronzes
The German government has reportedly been in talks about the return of German-held Benin Bronzes, raising hopes of their imminent restitution
What not to miss at London Art Fair online
The 33rd edition of the fair is also its first digital-only outing, but it still offers the best in British art
The Apollo 40 Under 40 Africa in focus: Mikhael Subotzky
The South African photographer talks to Apollo about art, power, and his long-standing mistrust of images
Trouble in paradise – Michael Armitage at the Haus der Kunst, reviewed
The artist’s complex depictions of Kenya present scenes of violence alongside moments of beauty
The Apollo 40 Under 40 Africa in focus: Teesa Bahana
The director of 32° East discusses the organisation’s work to support contemporary art in Uganda – and what its planned arts centre will mean for the capital, Kampala
‘The future is certainly in Africa’ – an interview with Simon Njami
The writer and curator discusses his latest project at Art Abu Dhabi and how the contemporary art scene in Africa has changed in recent years
The Apollo 40 Under 40 Africa in focus: Tokini Peterside
The founding director of ART X Lagos explains how the fair has attracted international attention while connecting with the public at home
What not to miss as Art Paris opens in the Grand Palais
Highlights of the first modern and contemporary art fair to take place in Europe since the continent locked down
Private enterprise – the individuals who are taking restitution into their own hands
While museums deliberate about returning objects that were taken from their places of origin without consent, it is easier for individuals to act
‘Her photographs appear as an eloquent reminder to passers-by of a life cut short’
Khadija Saye was among the 72 people who died in the fire at Grenfell in 2017. A series of self-portraits she made that year is currently on display near the tower
‘The truth is contagious’ – an interview with Lonnie Holley
The artist and musician first turned to sculpture after a personal tragedy, but his work is rooted in the history of the American South
The wit and wisdom of Yinka Shonibare
The artist discusses his plans for a new residency in Lagos, and delves into the serious mischief of his sculptures
Solitary refinement – the uncanny art of Léon Spilliaert
The Belgian Symbolist is at his spookiest and most original when he depicts reality
Beyond TEFAF – more to see in and around Maastricht this year
As the art world makes for Maastricht, it’s worth casting an eye further abroad to the full range of events and shows across the region
The Armory Show and beyond – around the galleries in New York
Highlights of the upcoming modern and contemporary fairs and gallery shows in the Big Apple
Highlights of London Art Fair – and beyond
Modern British art gets a strong showing this month, while Condo also returns to the capital
Freedom of movement – the lively paintings of Jacqueline de Jong
The artist’s canvases are full of colour and motion and an energetic sense of play
The museum openings not to miss in 2020
The Humboldt Forum in Berlin is scheduled to open – finally – in the autumn, while in Oslo the Munch Museum returns in a smart new home
Community spirit – an interview with Grace Ndiritu
The artist started out working with textiles – but has since broadened her focus to explore alternative communities
School of rock – inside the new-look Aberdeen Art Gallery
After a £35m renovation and expansion, the granite city can finally display its collections in the manner they deserve
Fine Arts Paris and beyond – what’s in store in the French capital this month
The fair underscores its links with the museum world in its third edition. Plus highlights from Paris Photo and Also Known as Africa
‘I can’t not think of Brexit, in relation to declarations of independence’ – an interview with Kudzanai Chiurai
The Zimbabwean artist discusses his film ‘We Live in Silence’, screened at the opening of Goodman Gallery’s new London premises
The Turner Prize has more of a purpose than it has had in years
Tai Shani, Oscar Murillo, Helen Cammock and Lawrence Abu Hamdan can be found in playful, reflective or forensic mode in Margate
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