journal
Check out the new layout and features: over the course of the next few months we will introduce five new sections and the ability to comment on selected articles - read about contemporary art and have your say


Do English artists have to be represented by London galleries? Can artists in regional cities make it in the international commercial art world without moving to the capital? Matt Price looks at Workplace in Gateshead to see how they represent North East artists


Currently showing at BALTIC, Double Agent is a group exhibition that features artist's who use other people as a medium. We sent Axis artist Mathew Cowan along to see what he made of the show and the issues it raises. Seen it? Got an opinion? Have your say too


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news
Rebecca Stevenson's solo show 'Tempting Nature' at
Mogadishni gallery in Copenhagen opens 14 August. A selection of animals have been meticulously prepared for the delectation of the viewer, served up like dishes at a bizarre banquet; yet it might not be wise to try to eat these provocative sculptures! See images of her work in her
Axis profile 
As part of Locws International's events for the Swansea Festival (4 - 18 October), Wales, Open Frequency and MAstars advisor Richard Higlett will be creating a piece of music for and to be performed by dogs. Want your puppy to take part? You can audition your dog to take part on 17 August!
richardhiglett.com
discussion
Got an opinion about artists who deliberately deceive the audience? Have your say


Listen to his comments on the Cafe Artistique pages
featured
Abby Sohn extends her light touch to some important sites near her home in South Wales

