It’s no secret that the art world is full of big egos. In order to get ahead in life, a little bit of confidence and self-belief are vital to make sure you survive. But, what does having an “ego” really mean? We all have one, and actually, according to Sigmund Freud, this “ego” is not a sole element, but one that tries to balance itself with two other components: the “id” and the “superego.” In a new investigation of self-portraiture at Omer Tiroche in London, a mix of paintings and photographs explore a psycho-analytical theory of personality.

Until 20th December, The Omer Tiroche Gallery, in London, are displaying ‘The Luxury of Tenderness,’ a striking painting by Marlene Dumas, who studied psychology, documenting the personal journal of her pregnancy.

OMER TIROCHE GALLERY CONDUIT ST, Animalia: Freud’s
Dürer-influenced Dead Bird on a Bamboo Table
(1944) figures in this menagerie of animals
depicted by 20th- and 21st-century artists.

Chagall, Picasso, Calder and Warhol are among the 15 modern and contemporary artists in the high-end yet playful exhibition at Omer Tiroche, ANIMALIA. This colourful summer show showcases depictions of various animals from oxen, dogs, cats, mythical beasts. It includes both the symbolic to the literal with reference to traditional and even prehistoric ideas behind rendering beasts and runs at the Mayfair gallery until September 20.

On the 21st of June 2019, Omer Tiroche Gallery opened their fun filled exhibition ANIMALIA, featuring works by 15 great artists. The exhibition explores the importance of animals to artists throughout the history of art, with some works on display depicting them for their symbolic qualities, whilst others take a more personal and playful approach.

Introducing the 50 most influential people in London’s art and design scene.

Art critic Tabish Khan brings you ‘The Top Art Exhibitions to see in London’, plus one addition from outside the M25. Each one comes with a concise review to help you decide whether it’s for you. All end soon, so hurry if you want to catch them:

The world’s first major art and antiques fair of the year opens today. BRAFA (Brussels Art Fair) was first held in 1956 and opened to non-Belgian dealers in 1995. Last year 64,000 visitors a ended, many of whom were new and younger than before.