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ARTS, NEWS AND FEATURES
The work of pioneer potter Lucie Rie is being celebrated in exhibitions and a new book. Here, its author, Isabella Smith, reveals 10 key notes on Rie’s life and work
Grandes dames, sound sculptures and man’s best friend – these all feature in the shows we’re looking forward to this month
From exciting cinema to creative workshops, these are our top picks for the month
This Penzance gallery celebrates the history and culture of west Cornwall, along with the legacy of the Newlyn School of artists
Modernist artists pushed boundaries, not least with their sizzling designs for textiles, which played a key role in the story of modern art. Our expert, Ashley Gray, reveals the top things to know about those fabrics and their makers
Yes, it’s that time of year when thoughts turn to love. Whether you’re a fan of Valentine trappings or not, here are five pieces of art, says Ciaran Sneddon, that are positively fizzing with romance, love and adoration