Romare Bearden

The acclaimed US critic and filmmaker explains how early experiences at the Smithsonian profoundly shaped his life

A new book traces the role of the black model in art history from the 19th century to today

Successfully layering a broader socio-historical narrative onto a period of radical non-conformity, this is an important show now

On the occasion of two UK solo exhibitions, the British artist reflects on the art and events that have shaped her career