Tracey Emin talks about painting: what it is, why she does it, why it matters. Richly illustrated with photographs of the artist and her art, here is a vivid and intimate portrait of her life and work in her own words, in conversation with art critic Martin Gayford. Emin reflects on painting – how she approaches it, why it matters to her, and how it connects to her life – and how everything has changed since her cancer diagnosis four years ago.

• Author: Gayford, Martin
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Format: Hardback
• Publication Date: 26/02/2026
• Illustrated: 153 colour illustrations
• Pages: 256
• Dimensions: 229x152mm