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Vivienne Westwood on Tate Britain
Fashion designer Vivienne Westwood takes us on a personal tour of Tate Britain to talk about two paintings which capture her vision of London. Follow Vivienne Westwood on Twitter @FollowWestwood www.activeresistance.co.uk
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Stage & Twist | TateShots
In the exhibition 'Stage and Twist' you might encounter a film of a child drinking a mixture of Pepsi and Coca-Cola, a giant puzzle being played by two half-naked young men and an iconic work by Yves Klein being re-enacted with the...
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Michael Craig-Martin on Educating Damien Hirst | TateShots
Artist Michael Craig-Martin, the man who helped foster the development of the 'Young British Artists', discusses the early work of one of his most famous pupils, Damien Hirst. Artist Michael Craig-Martin was an influential teacher at...
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Adrian Searle on The Tanks at Tate Modern
Art critic Adrian Searle gives his first impression of Tate Modern's new exhibition space, The Tanks. Open: 18 July -- 28 October 2012 #THETANKS http://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tanks-tate-modern/eventseries/tanks-art-action
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Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker – 'Dance Can Embody Abstract Ideas' | TateShots
Contemporary choreographer Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker presents her acclaimed 1982 piece, 'Fase: Four Movements to the Music of Steve Reich'. First performed in 1982, Fase comprises three duets and one solo dance, each reflecting the...
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Turner, Monet, Twombly – Late Paintings | TateShots
A new exhibition at Tate Liverpool compares the work of J.M.W. Turner, Claude Monet and Cy Twombly during the last decades of their lives. In this film, we explore the parallels in their style and subject matter with Mike Leigh, who...
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Ghostpoet on Tate Britain
This is Britain: The Home of British Art The singer, producer and songwriter Ghostpoet, considers his own identity as a musician through two important works in the Tate collection
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Harrell Fletcher – BMW Tate Live
Performance artist Harrell Fletcher talks about his process and past work, and divulges his plans for his turn in the BMW Performance Room. Watch his performance LIVE on YouTube - Thursday 28th June at 8pm....
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Lynda Benglis – 'Form and Texture Create the Magic' | TateShots
American artist Lynda Benglis is best known for her wax paintings, poured latex sculptures and for posing naked with a giant dildo in Art Forum magazine to advertise a show. Benglis looks back over her long career in this interview with...
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David Medalla | TateShots
Born in the Philippines and based in Britain since the Sixties, with stints in New York and Paris, artist David Medalla describes himself as a citizen of the world. His work does not come from one single cultural perspective but draws...
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Gus Casely-Hayford on Tate Britain
This is Britain: The Home of British Art Curator Gus Casely-Hayford chooses two paintings on display at Tate Britain that brilliantly satirise nationalistic stereotypes.
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David Salle – 'Good Painting Has Immediate Impact' | TateShots
'A good painting has immediate impact', says American artist David Salle, 'but rewards a longer viewing time'. David Salle is an American painter, printmaker, and stage designer. From his New York studio, the artist talks about the...
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Kusama Says Goodbye
Yayoi Kusama sends her thanks to all those who made her exhibition at Tate Modern possible. The exhibition closed on 5 June 2012
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Christo | TateShots
Christo, the man who wrapped the Reichstag, says that getting permission from the authorities to create his art is like playing poker. Here he talks us through his process and the difficulties that come with having his artistic...
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Francesco Clemente – Studio Visit | TateShots
Francesco Clemente studied architecture in Rome before embracing the art world, and going on to establish a studio where he made drawings, many based on childhood memories and dreams. Clemente's interest in the art, folklore and the...
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Alex Katz – 'I'm After the Immediate Present' | TateShots
Alex Katz shows us around his New York studio, and talks about his new exhibition at Tate St Ives. New York has had a profound effect on the shaping of Alex Katz's artistic career. Describing it as an ' impossible, uncivilised place',...
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Alys Fowler on Tate Britain
This is Britain. Gardening expert Alys Fowler takes us on a journey through Tate Britain's collection and finds two works of art that speak to her passion for horticulture.
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Bruce Davidson's Subway | TateShots
In the 1980s the Subway in New York was poorly run, poorly lit and considered dangerous. Photographer Bruce Davidson decided to head underground to embark on what he called 'a voyage of discovery'. In Davidson's own words, 'I wanted to...
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Anna Calvi – Live at Tate Britain
This is Britain: The Home of British Art Anna Calvi performs live in the galleries of Tate Britain, inspired by her two favourite works of art in Tate's collection.
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Francesco Clemente on Alighiero e Boetti | TateShots
In 1974 Francesco Clemente embarked on a trip to Afghanistan with fellow artist Alighiero Boetti, a journey that would shape both of their careers, and would see Boetti go on to found his infamous One Hotel in Kabul. In this interview...
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Jon Snow on Tate Britain
This is Britain: The Home of British Art. Journalist Jon Snow takes us on roving tour of Tate's collection to uncover the leading stories behind two politically charged works. Follow Jon on Twitter @jonsnowC4
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Lianne La Havas – Live at Tate Britain
This is Britain: The Home of British Art. Singer-songwriter Lianne La Havas performs an intimate gig in the galleries and considers love and womanhood in two iconic works from Tate's collection. iTunes for Lost + Found:...
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Shuji Terayama | TateShots
Japanese artist Shuji Terayama's works range in media from radio drama, experimental television, underground (Angura) theatre and countercultural critique to Japanese New Wave and expanded cinema. This film captures highlights of the...
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Gizzi Erskine on Tate Britain
Food writer and chef, Gizzi Erskine, take us on a gastronomic adventure through the Tate's collection and introduces us to two of her favourite works of art... Follow Gizzi on Twitter @GizziErskine