Without a doubt, this issue sees the most vibrant and colourful cover of any of our past 80 issues and is also an ode to Spring, bursting to life with glorious sunflowers. It is, of course, Van Gogh Alive - the world's most visited multi-sensory experience, which will come to life this month as part of the City of Newcastle's second New Annual Festival.
Make no mistake – this is no ordinary art exhibition! The traditions of tiptoeing through silent galleries and viewing paintings from afar are thrown out the window for this experience. Supported by a vibrant symphony of light, colour, sound, and fragrance, Van Gogh's masterpieces come to life, giving visitors the sensation of walking right into his paintings. And we can't wait! Read more on page 18.
It seems Spring has indeed Sprung in this issue with a plethora of outdoor events enabling us to shake off the cobwebs and get out into the fresh air.
