
Lisa Barham
@lisa-barham
Lisa is a contributing writer with a background in art. She holds a BA and MA in Fine Art from the University of Kent, and has worked at Tate Modern and the National Gallery, London. She now writes full time whilst traveling and exploring new countries and cultures across the globe.
Areas of Expertise

10 Vincent van Gogh Paintings You Should Know
Explore how Van Gogh's tumultuous personal life, including the infamous ear incident, profoundly shaped his most celebrated masterpieces.

Vincent and Theo Van Gogh: A Tale of Brotherly Love
More than just brothers, Vincent and Theo van Gogh were great friends who loved and supported each other throughout their lives.

8 Women Artists You Should Check Out in London’s National Gallery
The National Gallery in London has a collection of around 2,300 paintings, but only a fraction of these were made by female artists.

10 Unmissable Masterpieces in the Louvre
The Louvre Museum in Paris is home to some of the greatest works of art ever made, including the most famous painting in the world.

10 London Museums You Should Visit
London is renowned for its world-class museums. Here are some of the best art institutions that you should definitely visit.

Van Gogh & Gauguin: A Fiery Friendship Between Two Post-Impressionists
Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin are two giants of Post-Impressionism whose fraught friendship had a lasting impact on their lives and art.

10 Self-Portraits of Vincent Van Gogh You Should Know
Vincent van Gogh painted no fewer than 35 self-portraits during his short but prolific career, offering an insight into his life and state of mind.

8 Unmissable UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia has a long and rich history evidenced by the wealth of UNESCO World Heritage sites in the region.

How Did Japanese Prints Inspire Vincent van Gogh?
One of the biggest influences for Vincent van Gogh was Japanese art. He collected hundreds of prints and studied them when developing his work.

Sri Lanka’s Top 6 Must-See Historic Sites
Sri Lanka’s heritage, and deep-rooted Buddhist culture, can be explored through its historic sites, some of which are more than 2,000 years old.

10 Facts About the Temples of Angkor
The temples of Angkor are among the world’s most alluring historical sites, steeped in centuries of culture and history.