the history of breasts in art

Breasts have been a focus in the culture wars of the past fifty years. I think of the second-wave feminists who ditched their bras in the 1970s, and the ongoing judgmental debates over breastfeeding, and the even more fraught and recent hostilities surrounding trans healthcare. Recent celebrations of feminine sensuality, reflected in things like #freethenip, … Read more

Finding art and tranquility in the secret corners of Venice

On the top floor of Ca’ Rezzonico you can see the frescoes of Giandomenico Tiepolo’s private villa – Alamy Venice has always been a busy city. There were complaints about the noise and crowds centuries ago. Although I love the place today, the sheer number of other visitors can be troublesome. Unless you know how … Read more

‘I took my role as Virgin Mary very seriously’

Interactive Born and raised in Cork, south-west Ireland, theatre, film and television actor Sarah Greene was just six years old when she first stepped on stage, performing in local musical theater and pantomimes. She later attended Cada Performing Arts school in Cork and then Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin, graduating in 2006. Greene’s interpretation … Read more