Lyon is a city that wears its artistic identity on its sleeve. There is so much to appreciate and take in in France’s third most populous city, but one thing that really stands out it its signage and fonts. In a place where old meets new, where the old town rubs shoulders with the slowly gentrifying Croix-Rousse …
During an October 2016 trip to Lyon, we stayed at Away Hostel and Coffee Shop. Hostel review – Away Hostel and Coffee Shop, Lyon Away has been been open for four months, so everything was extra new and clean, well-modernised and designed with travellers’ practicalities in mind. Safety and Noise Despite being located on a …
Wandering Manchester’s Northern Quarter at lunch time is a great way to jump-start creativity and a quick duck into my favourite creative book store Magma always brightens the afternoon. I was delighted to find a little gem of a book this week, sitting among the kitchen accessories and miniature models. It not only wins on content but is, for want of a more …
The Hepworth Wakefield Print Fair in early March provided a great excuse to grab some inspiration for my year-long Complete Printmaker course at Salford’s Hot Bed Press. I was also looking forward to continuing my exploration of Yorkshire’s thriving arts scene and the legacy that the likes of Barbara Hepworth and Henry Moore have left to the county’s towns. Location …
It’s entirely possible to explore Reykjavik’s art galleries in one day in winter, with time for coffee stops. Most winter travellers stay in the city for less than a week and prioritise nature and excursions. However, if you’re into all things creative, we recommend taking the time to delve into Reykjavik’s art galleries in one day or even …