John-Paul Pryor

Writer and creative director

John-Paul Pryor is a freewheeling editorial and creative director at the cutting-edge of cultural life. His output is multi-disciplinary, diverse and independent in spirit, spanning journalism, art direction, book publishing and event organisation.

John-Paul Pryor's articles

Angelbert Metoyer on art, imagination and the future of humanity

From elemental paintings to monumental sculpture, Angelbert Metoyer discusses his artistic philosophy and why imagination matters in an increasingly technological world.

Robyn Ward: “To remove something is often to reveal something else.”

The acclaimed contemporary artist Robyn Ward on channeling beautiful tension and his ongoing relationship with renowned curator Shai Batel

Varvara Roza: “I’m attracted to art that explores the fundamentals of human experience”

From existential painting to dystopian sculpture, Varvara Roza’s new London gallery promises a powerful artistic journey

Roni Neumark: “Building a collection is an art in its own right.”

He’s the guardian of a vast, unseen trove of art and artefacts spanning five centuries. Dr Roni Neumark invites us inside his world of rare books, religious texts, and living history – including previously unseen images by Rembrandt

Greta Bellamacina: “No wonder we’ve been objectified for so long; we’ve been focusing on the wrong thing”

The poet and actor Greta Bellamacina talks to John-Paul Pryor about filming the beauty of impermanence, seeking the truth, and sharing your soul with the world