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Artlaw Retrospective
Art Monthly celebrates its 50th anniversary and 500th issue in October 2026. Henry Lydiate marks the magazine’s 50th year by reviewing his Artlaw column since its first publication in 1976. Throughout 2026, one broad subject is explored each month, noting significant events and issues, and commenting on key changes and developments to date.
About Artlaw
Henry Lydiate on the development of Artlaw over the past half century
Michael O’Pray Prize
The Michael O’Pray Prize is a Film and Video Umbrella initiative launched in 2017 in partnership with Art Monthly, supported by University of East London and Arts Council England. The prize seeks new writing on innovation and experimentation in moving-image art. Read the winning texts below.
One must have blind faith in ideology
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Communist Dislocations
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Four London-based artists discuss the rise of the online studio visit
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