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NO JUDGMENT

The book explores the tension between capitalism and leftist politics through a conversation between Foster and Buchloh.

'A misunderstanding': Dwyane Wade statue artist breaks his silence after backlash

The Dwyane Wade statue's likeness was criticized, sparking memes and comments from fans claiming it doesn't resemble the basketball star.
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Bless You, Toxic Dwarf: An Appreciation of Gary Indiana

Gary Indiana was a complex figure whose biting criticism defined and isolated him, transitioning to fiction to explore his own contradictions through humor.

Gary Indiana's Exuberant Venom

Gary Indiana, a cultural critic and novelist, profoundly influenced American literary and art landscapes with his acerbic insights over a 40-year career.

Bless You, Toxic Dwarf: An Appreciation of Gary Indiana

Gary Indiana was a complex figure whose biting criticism defined and isolated him, transitioning to fiction to explore his own contradictions through humor.

Gary Indiana's Exuberant Venom

Gary Indiana, a cultural critic and novelist, profoundly influenced American literary and art landscapes with his acerbic insights over a 40-year career.
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Frieze, UK critics The White Pube, Giuseppe Penone and Arte Povera - podcast

Frieze London aims to rejuvenate itself for 2024 amidst rising competition from Art Basel Paris.

RUSKIN, A READING

The article explores the influence of John Ruskin and Venetian architecture on Robert Beavers' cinematic work and artistic aspirations.

Absolutely hideous': new London sculpture of Oscar Wilde condemned by his grandson

Oscar Wilde's grandson condemned a new sculpture of the playwright as hideous, arguing it misrepresents his legacy and promotes a somber view of his life.

Dame Elizabeth Esteve-Coll obituary

Elizabeth Esteve-Coll's tenure at the V&A was marked by personal attacks and controversy, yet she remained confident in her decisions.

'Funniest thing I've seen for a long time' - Statue of Queen Elizabeth in Antrim mocked as looking more like 'Mrs Doubtfire'

The bronze statue of Queen Elizabeth II has sparked significant controversy over its lack of resemblance to her, leading to public outcry and demands for removal.

JEREMY GILBERT-ROLFE (1945-2024)

Jeremy Gilbert-Rolfe, an influential artist and critic, passed away at 79, leaving a legacy in modern art and cultural discourse.
#women-artists

Summer Reads: 10 New Books to Read by the Pool

Art criticism meets celebrity culture in recent book releases.

A women's art history that goes beyond the brush and is a call to action

Ambitious publication accompanying exhibition on women artists in Europe, 1400-1800.
Importance of scholarly assessment and visual record of exhibition contents for understanding women artists in early modern Europe.

Summer Reads: 10 New Books to Read by the Pool

Art criticism meets celebrity culture in recent book releases.

A women's art history that goes beyond the brush and is a call to action

Ambitious publication accompanying exhibition on women artists in Europe, 1400-1800.
Importance of scholarly assessment and visual record of exhibition contents for understanding women artists in early modern Europe.
morewomen-artists

New York Times art critic Roberta Smith retiring after 32 years at the newspaper

Roberta Smith has made significant contributions to the New York art scene over the past 50 years, with a focus on marginalized areas of art-making like outsider art and craft.
She has been praised for her critical insights, ability to guide art lovers, and willingness to engage with various art forms, from abstraction to figurative painting.

'White Fragility' author calling Michaelangelo painting of God 'white supremacist' is a new low

Robin DiAngelo criticizes Michelangelo's painting 'The Creation of Adam' as white supremacist
DiAngelo misidentifies the figures in the painting
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