Pinboard. Four Hundred And Counting.

The 400th Lurker was spied in London's Kew Gardens in 2012. Stay tuned for more London followed by Liverpool, Blackpool and Manchester in coming weeks.

Pinboard. London Lurker.

Lurker spent a few months in London in 2012, yes that long ago. In an effort to get up to date for the next month or so two new Lurker covers will be published on Lurker's Tumblr each day. A typically London scene above marks a new category, Wired For Sound.

Roaming. Game Set Match.

Shootin' Gallery: England. London. Tables.

Roaming. In Sight.

Shootin' Gallery: CCTV. England. London. Signs.

Flipfactor. Starman.

Paul Trynka's David Bowie biography Starman has been around for a few years now. Regardless of loving his new album The Next Day, the first Bowie album I've ever listened to from start to finish, I wouldn't count myself as a Bowie fan. Sure, I've adored tracks like Heroes, Sorrow, and Ashes to Ashes among others, but I've never felt the all-adoring ado that many fans have. Starman goes someway to changing that. It's an insightful read, painting an unexpected character in this unputdownable book. I'm marvelling at what Bowie has contributed to the world of music, fashion and much more. It's no wonder London's V&A Bowie exhibition was so popular last year.

Flipfactor. Londoners.

It's little wonder that The Guardian raved about Craig Taylor's book Londoners; it's a riveting read. A great range of characters share their experiences and reflections painting rich and vibrant portraits of London. Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike.

Art Martha. BP Portrait Award 2012.

I really should have posted this at the time, but for some reason what I wrote has sat lingering in my drafts folder. Stepping back in time to almost twelve months ago, I visited London's National Portrait Gallery to see the BP Portrait Award. I was struck by how photographic many of the paintings appeared to be in this compelling exhibition, Ben Ashton's Lindsay Lohan (pictured) a case in point. I found myself checking each plaque and painting to be sure I was looking at oil on canvas and not ink on paper. It's fair to say that the relationship between painting and photography hasn't always been rosy, and I pondered this as I strolled about. I thought about where photography was now and came up with nothing. Only a few years ago it was almost a crime to take a photo, yet now what is wrong with you if you're not — everyone is a photographer. Landscape mode has become the standard for portraits, and Photoshop keeps ageing pop stars with both feet in 1984. Apps and algorithms are the automated norm a la Instagram, Flickr and Facebook, and phones with cameras are just as good as dedicated ones. Digital photography is fast, furious and ubiquitous, yet slow burn alchemic processes are growing in popularity just as 3D printing becomes more accessible. A year on and I'm still thinking about the 2012 BP Portrait Award, testament to its understated cleverness. I wish I could go to this year's one.

Glossy. Special Request.

Special Request is a new magazine out of London. Their first issue focuses on food and features pretty in pink Miss Piggy on the cover. I'm intrigued and almost willing to part with $30 to see it.

Art Martha. Hunterian Museum.

London's Hunterian Museum delves into the world of medicine and surgery, but it's not for the squeamish. Featuring display case after display case of the sometimes gory inner workings of the body, diseased limbs, cross sections of an elephant's trunk and far more left an impression on me. I spent hours inside captivated by all manner of medical wonders. If you're going to London, this is a must see.

Glossy. Agnetha.

Eurovision is only days away, so no wonder Abba fever is hotting up again. Not only has a state-of-the-art Abba museum opened in Stockholm, but Agnetha has released her new album, A. Unlike her last album My Colouring Book (highly recommended), A features new songs. The Big Issue's interview with Agnetha in this week's London issue is bound to be intriguing. Smashing cover.

Glossy. New Eye.

It's sad, but two of my favourite magazines are priced well out of my budget. The informative Viewpoint never disappoints but retails for around €60. Less bank-busting is Eye magazine, which covers the wonder of graphic design in all its forms with unmatched flair. This is the current issue displaying elegance, grace and simplicity. I can't wait to grab a copy.

Glossy. Elephant.

Produced in the Netherlands, this issue of Elephant is all about London. From the creators of Frame and Mark, Elephant is an art magazine with high production values, elegant design and great flipability.

Pinboard. Knees Up London Walks.

London is the centre of the universe, a claim confirmed by George Michael at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Olympics. Aiming to further prove that claim is Paul Anthony's fantastic new walking tour, Knees Up London Walks, launching this Thursday, 15 November 2012. Join the tour to get the lowdown on tall tales, arresting anecdotes and the zigzag of London streets, lanes and narrow alleyways all with a great sense of fun and a drink or two along the way. Paul's knowledge of the city that never sleeps is impressive, covering history, pop culture, ghost tales and far more. For more information see Knees Up London Walks and book yourself in for a rollicking trek around London's heart in brilliant company. Knees Up!

Good Art #9. Tudor Towers.

Adam Norton makes great art. You may have seen his outlandish Tank Project, a City of Sydney commission for Live Lanes – By George! in 2008, which was a brazen work displaying Adam's trademark sense of humour. As much I enjoyed the Tank Project, Tudor Towers (above) is today's Good Art. Adam showed me this painting ten or more years ago in a Surry Hills studio, and I've never forgotten it. It's one of my favourite paintings. Traipsing London's streets these past few months I was reminded of its brilliance many times. I kept looking at London's tower blocks imagining how extraordinary they would be with Tudor facades. I've never thought of it before, but maybe Adam's work informed my interest in Mock Tudor. Regardless, this painting still charms me all these years on. When I earn some money, I'll put it on my must buy list.

Pinboard. Knees Up London Walks.

Paul Anthony's exciting new venture Knees Up London Walks begins this week. Paul and I have been working furiously to prepare website, flyer, logo, postcard and business cards, all of which you can see above. If you're going to, or are in London, be sure to book a tour. Not only is it a fun and social day out, it's informative and interesting as well.

Spin. Charmer.

Charmer is Aimee Mann's eighth album, and at just under 38 minutes my only complaint is it's not long enough. Sharp lyrics matched to upbeat melodies and Aimee's distinctive voice leaves me wanting more. Gamma Ray, Barfly and Crazytown are stand out tracks. And while I love this album, I'm With Stupid is still my firm favourite.

Glossy. Tatler's Prince Harry.

I can't wait to find out how Prince Harry managed to be Tatler's Man of the Year. If nakedness is criteria, then can we expect a Kate cover soon?

Roaming. Waiting.

Shootin' Gallery: London. Red Phones.

First 13. Highbury & Islington.

Shootin' Gallery: Islington. London. Thirteen.

Spin. Alison Moyet At Ronnie Scott's.

Musical highlights don't get much better than this. Performing album tracks from Hometime and The Turn, Alison Moyet had her audience in the palm of her hand last night at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in Soho. My amazing friend Paul bought me a ticket to the first night of Alison's Rare and Obscured tour, and wow, what a performance. With voice in fine form, Alison belted out unexpected tunes including Can't Say It Like I Mean It, Ski and Home throwing in cover versions of Momma Momma by Melanie, Almost Blue by Elvis Costello and others including a Kirsty MacColl track. Alison's perfectionism, warm banter and charming presence had us all in awe. She deserves far more attention than the dearth of forgettable pop acts unfathomably sitting at the tops of music charts.