Santa Maria Della Concezione Crypts, Rome
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Posted by Tessa on 8 March 2013
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In 1631 the Capuchin Friars left their friary near the Trevi Fountain and came to live at the Santa Maria Della Concezione Crypts.
They brought with them the remains of deceased friars so that all the Capuchin friars would be in the same place. Rather than simply burying them, the monks decorated the the crypt with their bones to remind themselves that death could come any time.

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Poster Art 150 – London Underground’s Greatest Designs
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Posted by Calum Sager on 13 February 2013
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Since its first graphic poster commission in 1908, London Underground has developed a worldwide reputation for commissioning outstanding poster designs, becoming a pioneering patron of poster art - a legacy that continues today.

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Juergen Teller: Woo!
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Posted by Calum Sager on 23 January 2013
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Considered one of the most important photographers of his generation, Juergen Teller is one of a few artists who has been able to operate successfully both in the art world and the world of commercial photography.

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William Klein + Daido Moriyama
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Posted by Calum Sager on 4 January 2013
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Explore modern urban life in New York and Tokyo through the photographs of William Klein and Daido Moriyama. This is the first exhibition to look at the relationship between the work of influential photographer and filmmaker Klein, and that of Moriyama, the most celebrated photographer to emerge from the Japanese Provoke movement of the 1960s.

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The Strange Art Of Death
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Posted by Calum Sager on 19 November 2012
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Chicago based print collector Richard Harris' collection of death inspired artwork is now on display at the Wellcome Collection, London, until 24 February 2013.

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Horrorgami
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Posted by Calum Sager on 1 November 2012
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London based 'paper architect' and horror-movie fan Marc Hagan-Guirey presents his first exhibition showcasing 24 miniature paper models of iconic locations from cult horror movies including 'The Exorcist', 'The Shining', and 'The Addams Family'.

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Random International: Rain Room
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Posted by Calum Sager on 8 October 2012
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In this daring new commission, contemporary art studio Random International invites you to experience what it’s like to control the rain. Visitors can choose to simply watch the spectacle or find their way carefully through the rain, putting their trust in the work to the test.

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David Bowie Retrospective At The V&A Museum
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Posted by Calum Sager on 6 September 2012
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An exhibition charting the career of British singer David Bowie will open at the V&A in London in March 2013.

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Photo Exhibition: After You’ve Gone: East End Shopfronts
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Posted by Calum Sager on 21 May 2012
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Alan Dein's photographs of East End shopfronts were taken in 1988 when many TowerHamlets streets were on the verge of dereliction.

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The Daniel Johnston Show
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Posted by Calum Sager on 13 April 2012
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18 Hewett Street Gallery in East London are playing host to legendary singer, songwriter and visual artist Daniel Johnston’s UK solo exhibition.

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