Theaster Gates: Freedom of Assembly at White Cube

An exhibition of new paintings and sculptures by the Chicago artist is grounded in the personal and political

As we learned from his talks at last year’s Culture Lab Detroit, Chicago-born artist Theaster Gates is probably best known for creating art that also has a social agenda, using his skills and influence to help the regeneration of the Grand Crossing neighborhood in his hometown, among many other things. His latest show “Freedom of Assembly” takes Gates to London’s Bermondsey, where he ties together …

Camille Walala’s “Dream Come True” Building

The talented artist brings color and energy to an otherwise dreary London street through zig-zags

Even though Old Street Station in east London is located in one of the most creative parts of the city, the buildings surrounding the underground station are, as a rule, pretty boring—corporate giants or slightly rundown shops. Walk along the street, however, and you’ll soon come across a building that is a complete homage to creativity and color: artist Camille Walala’s “Dream Come True” creation …

Unlimited’s Four Play Project

See what 40 artists do with 40 four-letter words and four color options

40 artists, illustrators and designers, 40 four-letter words, four different spot colors. That’s the premise that Brighton, UK-based design studio, shop and art gallery Unlimited set for its cheekily named spring project Four Play, which was just shown at east London’s Boxpark. The gallery selected 40 artists—a mix of an existing body of creatives, whose work they’ve showcased before, and new talent—and gave each a …