It’s easy to think that museums aren't relevant, but the success of the David Bowie exhibition at the V&A and the Matisse Cutouts show at the Tate Modern says otherwise. How is the museum evolving to meet the needs of people more interested in their smartphones than ancient artefacts?

In 2014, seven of the 20 most visited exhibitions across the world took place in Brazil, with one artist towering over the rest. Despised by scholars and critics, how does Romero Britto sell art worth over $50 million a year? And why do Brazilians love his colourful imagery so much?

With rolling hills and ‘chocolate box’ homes, the British countryside is often idealised. Yet alongside the numerous benefits of living beyond towns and cities, there are many drawbacks. Canvas8 spoke with Michael Woods, editor of The Journal of Rural Studies, to shed light on rural realities.

It’s widely assumed that pragmatic elements, like a strong job or housing market, attract people to cities – but new studies show that vibrant cultural offerings, from galleries to club nights, are the real draw. How are lesser-known cities using creative clout to attract and retain residents?