Remembering Giraffes: breathtaking images raised to support conservation
Photographers from around the world placed 20 winning images in a new book, with sales and crowdfunding intended to fund on-the-ground giraffe conservation projects
Nuart Aberdeen 2026: poetry meets street art across the city
Nuart Aberdeen transforms public spaces with 14 new works, an indoor illuminated poem, and a series of free tours designed to reconnect residents and visitors with the city’s streets and stories
Football art that captures the spirit of match day by Lucy Pittaway
Experience the pulse of match day in Lucy Pittaway’s pastel-led paintings
Local production of the curious incident of the dog in the night-time
Discover a witty and heartfelt take on Christopher Boone’s search for answers, featuring puppetry, humour and a special chilled performance
Avenue Q back on stage: irreverent puppets meet sincere emotion
A spirited revival of Avenue Q reconnects bawdy puppet satire with tender character work and striking staging
Discover 2026 football stadiums colouring book for World Cup fans
Bring the 2026 stadiums to life with pencil or pen and a bonus match schedule to track fixtures
Shortlist of four sculptors to design Dame Muriel Spark memorial in Princes Street Gardens
Four internationally exhibited sculptors have been chosen to produce concept proposals for a permanent monument to Dame Muriel Spark in Princes Street Gardens
Stage adaptation of The curious incident of the dog in the night-time
An engaging summary of the stage production that follows a young investigator as his search for truth transforms his life
Jack Vettriano self-portrait to be exhibited at National Galleries Scotland
A 1993 self-portrait by Jack Vettriano goes on display at National Galleries Scotland on March 1, the first of two works from his estate to be shown over a six-year period
Timeless polka dot chiffon midi for spring events
Refresh your spring wardrobe with a polka dot chiffon midi that balances effortless elegance and practical versatility for events and everyday wear
Explore Mansfield Traquair: the hidden Sistine Chapel of Edinburgh
Explore the richly painted interior of the Mansfield Traquair Centre, often called Edinburgh’s Sistine Chapel, and learn about Phoebe Anna Traquair, the historic building and its restoration
How record shops and everyday life in the 1980s shaped local culture
A visual tour through archival pictures that capture the record shop era and snapshots of daily life in the early 1980s, from high-street scenes to local events
Chadwick Boseman play Deep Azure revived at Shakespeare’s Globe
The revival of Chadwick Boseman’s play Deep Azure at Shakespeare’s Globe puts his early writing back in the spotlight, blending hip-hop theatre, Shakespearean roots and urgent social themes
The whimsical world of MicroMischief: A street artist’s journey
Discover the inspiring story behind the street artist MicroMischief and her delightful stickers.
CUBO A.P.E. The most innovative project in terms of interior design, where luxury furniture is found
At CUBO A.P.E., the guarantee of wellness, comfort and leisure are transformed into a piece of art. Focused on design, art and architecture.
Discovering Rome: the Rione Monti district
The Rione Monti district has always been a world apart from the other areas of Rome; even its dialect was slightly different from the one spoken in the city. In order to make room for the famous Via dei Fori,…
Art exhibition Italy: celebrating 500 years of Palladio
In Vicenza celebrations have begun to celebrate the fifth centenary of the birth of Andrea Palladio. In fact, on September 20 we will see the inauguration of “Palladio 500” at the Palazzo Barbaran da Porto.Blog dolce vita already reported on…
Italy's biggest photographic exhibition: Italian world heritage sites on show
The beautiful Villa d’Este in Tivoli is hosting a photographic exhibition celebrating Italy’s treasures included on the UNESCO world heritage list. It makes a fantastic day trip from Rome to escape the city and see both a wonderful photo exhibition…
Saint Lawrence not a Caravaggio original
After news of a possible discover of a new Caravaggio painting - “San Lorenzo” - the painting has been determined not to be of Caravaggio origin. The ‘Martirio di San Lorenzo’ was originally reported by the Vatican newspaper, Osservatore Romano,…
The Making of the 2010 Pirelli Calendar video
The 2010 Pirelli Calendar is one of the best yet, having been shot by Terry Richardson in Brazil and featuring models such as Miranda Kerr, Abbey Lee Kershaw, Rosie Huntingdon, Eniko Mihalik and Catherine McNeil.You’ll be happy to know that…
Sam Way pics from Dolce & Gabbana book "Uomini"
We are back with more pics from Uomini (Italian for men), the Dolce & Gabbana book which is selling like hot cakes! Today we’ll get a closer look at super model Sam Way photographed by Mariano Vivanco! Uomini
Fiat 500 art car on show at Miami Exhibitalia
The Exhibitalia event is part of the Art Basel festival in Miami Beach and this year the Fiat 500 is on display both for arts’ sake and probably to generate more interest in the US market for the new pint-sized…
Florence: authorities removed Clet's sculpture
A few days ago French artist Clet set one of his sculptures made of glass and metal on a bridge in Florence, but the artwork was almost immediately removed by the authorities since he had not obtained any official permission…
Italian craft fair: Sant'Orso fair in Aosta
The town of Aosta will host an Italian craft fair on January 30th and 31st, which should have an alpine flavour. The Fiera di Sant’Orso has more than 1000 exhibitors displaying the creations of the Val d’Aosta’s artists and artisans.…
Rome's task force against art vandals
Touring Rome is more than enough for us to realise the historical and cultural patrimony of the city, but what we don’t always realise is how much Rome’s monuments and artworks are the subject of vandalism. Now, in the height…