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1 hour ago

"A Ghost Only You Can Name" by Artist Sarah Muirhead

The act of painting, like remembering, becomes sanctified not because it reveals truth, but because of the care and attention it requires. The devotional quality throughout this work is not religious, exactly, but borrows the aesthetic language of reverence: chandeliers, glowing skin, sacred gestures.
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fromBerlin Art Link
15 hours ago

Review of Thailand Biennale Phuket | Berlin Art Link

The Thailand Biennale showcases artists and explores the concept of time through the theme 'Eternal [Kalpa]' while facing challenges of scale and ambition.
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fromArtnet News
3 hours ago

Go Time! Gagosian Christens New Madison Avenue Space With Duchamp Readymades | Artnet News

Larry Gagosian will open a new gallery space at 980 Madison Avenue featuring Marcel Duchamp's readymades on April 25.
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fromElite Traveler
10 hours ago

The Art Exhibitions and Museum Openings Worth Traveling For in 2026

2026 features significant art exhibitions that warrant travel, showcasing unique experiences and rare artworks across Europe.
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fromFuncheap
6 hours ago

MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD celebrates Black cultures and offers free admission days to promote community engagement.
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fromFuncheap
6 hours ago

MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD celebrates Black cultures and offers free admission days, making art accessible to all, especially families and those receiving food assistance.
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fromFuncheap
6 hours ago

MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD celebrates Black cultures and offers free admission days to promote community engagement.
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fromFuncheap
6 hours ago

MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD celebrates Black cultures and offers free admission days, making art accessible to all, especially families and those receiving food assistance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

This scene is alive': Abidjan art week showcases city as growing cultural hub

The after-hours special showcase was first tested in January 2024 on the sidelines of the Africa Cup of Nations football tournament hosted and won by Cote d'Ivoire.
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fromArtnet News
7 hours ago

What We Know-and Don't Know-About Private Art Auctions | Artnet News

Private auctions are characterized by their curated nature, taking place outside the traditional public auction format, which allows for a more controlled and quieter sales environment.
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fromHyperallergic
5 hours ago

What Is a "Post-Duchamp" Art World?

Duchamp's work reflects a continuous dialogue between past and future, showcasing his genius in anticipating museum logic.
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fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

Getting to know your colleagues' creative side - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's annual Staff Art Show showcases the artistic talents of 215 staff members across multiple campus locations.
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fromFuncheap
3 days ago

SF's Free Pressed Flower Bookmark Workshop (Mid-Market)

Market Street Arts is hosting a free craft workshop for creating pressed flower bookmarks at Trellis Coworking & Events in San Francisco.
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fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Douglas Stuart on the Push and Pull of an Old Life Versus a New One

The story 'A Private View' explores themes of class, art, and personal identity through a museum setting.
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fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Relics Of A Revolution, Part II: False Profits And Freedom

Revolutions produce artifacts that convey messages, connecting street-level protest to the origins of Bitcoin.
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fromHarvard Gazette
2 days ago

Getting to know your colleagues' creative side - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's annual Staff Art Show showcases the artistic talents of 215 staff members across multiple campus locations.
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fromFuncheap
3 days ago

SF's Free Pressed Flower Bookmark Workshop (Mid-Market)

Market Street Arts is hosting a free craft workshop for creating pressed flower bookmarks at Trellis Coworking & Events in San Francisco.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates love of all things paper, followed by a 'Bridgerton' ball * Oregon ArtsWatch

The first annual Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates paper arts and literature on April 18, featuring independent artists and a Booklover's Ball.
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fromPsychology Today
19 hours ago

Painting With Blood: Who Does It and Who Collects It

Blood is used as a medium in contemporary art, challenging traditional boundaries of artistic practice.
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fromdesignyoutrust.com
19 hours ago

From Upcycled Fashion Pieces To Tactile Bronze Objects, Mary Lindberg Creates A Hauntingly Beautiful Visual Language

Mary Lindberg is a visual artist known for blending wearable art with dark folk aesthetics and sculptural metal design.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

The real space science behind 'Project Hail Mary'

Project Hail Mary has achieved over $400 million in revenue and sparked interest in the plausibility of interstellar travel and extraterrestrial life.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Asha Bhosle, the voice of Bollywood, has died aged 92

Asha Bhosle, who gave voice to hundreds of movie characters as a Bollywood playback singer, died Sunday at age 92. Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed her death to Indian media.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

The Analog Bag: Gen Z's solution to doomscrolling

An analog bag filled with screen-free activities helps individuals reduce phone usage and embrace more engaging, hands-on experiences.
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frommissionlocal.org
1 day ago

Photos: It's Open Studios weekend at 1890 Bryant Street

Artists showcased diverse artworks at 1890 Bryant St. Studios, featuring various materials and styles during a weekend preview.
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum houses approximately 7,000 original pieces in its permanent collection and attracts more than 30,000 visitors annually, showcasing the diversity of cartoon art.
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fromFuncheap
2 days ago

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum houses approximately 7,000 original pieces in its permanent collection and attracts more than 30,000 visitors annually, providing a unique experience for all ages.
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fromFuncheap
2 days ago

"Legion of Honor" Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The Legion of Honor offers free admission on the first Tuesday of the month and Saturdays for Bay Area residents.
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fromFuncheap
2 days ago

"Legion of Honor" Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The Legion of Honor offers free admission on the first Tuesday of the month and Saturdays for Bay Area residents.
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fromFuncheap
2 days ago

"Legion of Honor" Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The Legion of Honor offers free admission on the first Tuesday of the month and Saturdays for Bay Area residents.
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fromFuncheap
2 days ago

"Legion of Honor" Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The Legion of Honor offers free admission on the first Tuesday of the month and Saturdays for Bay Area residents.
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

de Young Museum Free Day (First Tuesdays)

The de Young Museum is a landmark art museum founded in 1895, showcasing priceless treasures and works of art from the 17th through the 20th centuries from various regions.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

The architects of Coachella: How five artists reshaped 25 years of the festival

Coachella integrates a significant art component alongside music, showcasing innovative works from selected artists in a unique festival environment.
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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

obama presidential center set to open with site-specific artworks and sculptures on campus

The Obama Foundation has commissioned a final group of artists for the Obama Presidential Center, showcasing diverse artworks that reflect the Obamas' legacy.
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fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - An Interview with Surreal Salon 18 Winner, River Reishi

River Reishi's winning piece, Surface Tension, explores the threshold between two realms through a figure emerging from dark water.
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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

gisela colon's iridescent, otherworldly monoliths inspire moments of dreamlike reflection

Gisela Colón's optical sculptures transform material into immersive experiences, reflecting their environments and engaging viewers through light and form.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Smithsonian museum director to move to Guggenheim: a moment of change'

Chiu insisted that her departure is not related to Donald Trump's efforts to interfere with the Smithsonian. 'Not at all,' Chiu told the Guardian. 'The Guggenheim is an extraordinary institution. It is one of the major museums in our field. It was never part of my decision-making process.'
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fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Youth Art Exchange (415) Day Public Gallery (April 15-May 1)

Public Gallery invites everyone to participate in an open-call exhibition, celebrating community and creativity without restrictions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Who was Hilma? Af Klint exhibition to highlight exclusion of women from abstract art

Hilma af Klint, a pioneer of abstract art, is finally receiving recognition with her first solo exhibition in France, over 80 years after her death.
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fromwww.7x7.com
2 days ago

Chiharu Shiota's jaw-dropping yarnscapes take over the Asian Art Museum.

Chiharu Shiota's exhibition explores memory, trauma, and personal experience through immersive installations using red yarn and historical artifacts.
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

Graphic Holocaust sketches found in New York couple's home on display in Manhattan University exhibit

"Over the years, we would show them to different people who came to the house. And a lot of people wouldn't finish looking at them," Orce said.
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fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

Guggenheim Museum Gets a New Director

Materials for the Arts provides essential free art supplies, advocating for similar initiatives in other cities to support local artists and reduce waste.
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fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair Has Taken Off Its Training Wheels

The Brooklyn Fine Art Print Fair showcases the evolution and diversity of printmaking through a global community of artists and exhibitors.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

In Steven Soderbergh's 'The Christophers,' an aging artist meets his match

The Christophers explores themes of artistic legacy, commercialism, and familial betrayal through the story of a fading artist and his opportunistic children.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

The Women Defining Printmaking at the 2026 IFPDA Print Fair

Women artists showcased innovative prints at the IFPDA fair, highlighting the accessibility and diversity of printmaking in the art market.
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fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

The Paradoxical Delights of South America's Biggest Art Fair

SP-Arte 22nd edition showcases a blend of global and regional art, emphasizing Brazil's role in transcontinental artistic connections.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies at age 68

Afrika Bambaataa, a pioneer of hip-hop, died at 68 from prostate cancer, leaving a significant legacy despite recent allegations of sexual abuse.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Large Roman Villa Uncovered in the U.K. During Wind Farm Survey

Archaeologists discovered a significant Roman villa in Norfolk, revealing insights into affluent rural life in Roman Britain.
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

Marcel Duchamp Was the Messenger of History

Duchamp's 'Fountain' is the message that brings us the news. No longer was art judged by skill, craftsmanship, even beauty - it could be anything an artist called art.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

How a Hopi Potter Named Nampeyo Became a 19th-Century Art Star | Artnet News

Nampeyo significantly influenced Hopi pottery, blending ancient techniques with modern expressions, making her a pivotal figure in the history of ceramics.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

Getty Center to undergo major renovations, close for a year beginning March 2027

"Getty is embarking on an exciting new chapter. In the coming years, guided by our commitment to All for Art, we will enhance the visitor experience across the Getty Center campus through reimagined spaces and new offerings, while prioritising sustainability."
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Greece Creates New Art Crime Unit to Combat Forgery and Trafficking

A new law, approved in January, will see the establishment of a special department within Greece's Ministry of Culture to tackle offenses ranging from fake artworks to antiquities trafficking.
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fromArtnet News
3 days ago

An Intimate Portrait of Basquiat's Early Life Returns to Brooklyn | Artnet News

The exhibition features 20 works of art as well as photographs and other ephemera dating back to the late 1970s-just before Basquiat launched his studio practice.
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fromArtnet News
3 days ago

The L.A. Museums Getting a Glow-Up Before the Olympic Games

The Getty Center's inaugural renovation will blend necessary structural and cosmetic updates, revitalizing galleries to 'bring art in dialogue with nature' and introducing 'exciting new artist commissions.'
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fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

In Kyoung Chun: Make Room

Kyoung Chun's creative practice moves between painting and site-specific installation. Interactive works extend the language of painting beyond the canvas, inviting viewers into environments that challenge perception and encourage connection.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

250-Year-Old Kiln Discovered on Thomas Jefferson's Monticello Estate

In 2025 alone, archaeologists there unearthed unusual creamware, and evidence that Monticello had prototypical bathrooms. Now, experts have uncovered yet another striking find-a 250-year-old kiln where enslaved people and indentured laborers fired the bricks used to build Monticello.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Shoptalk: New Guggenheim Director Melissa Chiu on How She Got the Job | Artnet News

"We are uniquely global and local, historic and contemporary, collection driven and exhibition driven," Westermann said. "I really needed someone who understands that complexity."
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fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

Remembering Agosto Machado, Keeper of Queer Histories

Agosto Machado was a vital connector in New York's downtown arts scene, serving as an archivist of queer history and a beloved performer.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Scott Nichols on His Lasting Love for Iconic California Photographers

Scott Nichols Gallery specializes in fine art photography, focusing on Group f.64 and notable photographers, now located in Sonoma, California.
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fromArtnet News
3 days ago

'Yellowstone' Creator Taylor Sheridan to Direct Film for Alamo Museum

Taylor Sheridan will create a film about the Battle of the Alamo for a new museum in San Antonio, Texas.
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fromColossal
2 days ago

This Risograph Studio Celebrates 400 Artist Postcards Mailed Around the Globe

Gen Z is increasingly embracing analog media and slower lifestyles, including the rise of snail mail and print subscriptions.
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from48 hills
4 days ago

Drama Masks: Keeping the monsters of the world at bay - 48 hills

The Bay Area performing arts scene offers bright spots amidst current challenges, highlighting productions that promote inclusivity and cultural awareness.
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fromArtforum
4 days ago

K-POP, FUNGI, AND TERRACE RAVES: Art Basel Hong Kong 2026

Hong Kong Art Week showcased numerous events amid economic uncertainty, highlighting new galleries and diverse artistic expressions.
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fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

The Art of the (New) Deal

Art and architecture were used by the New Deal to communicate political ideas and reshape the social contract in America.
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fromWallpaper*
3 days ago

One of our favourite London design galleries just opened a New York pop-up

Gallery Fumi has launched its longest US exhibition in New York, focusing on handcrafted pieces and deepening its presence in the American market.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Sara Flores, the Peruvian Indigenous artist bringing Amazonian traditions into contemporary art

Kene patterns of the Shipibo-Conibo people reflect their worldview and will be showcased at the Venice Biennale by artist Sara Flores.
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fromArtnet News
4 days ago

You Can Become an Artwork at This New York Museum-Thanks to Piero Manzoni

Piero Manzoni's Magical Base transforms participants into art, challenging traditional notions of art and the artist's role.
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fromianVisits
4 days ago

From thoroughfare to treasure trove: V&A quietly unveils revamped Gilbert Galleries

The V&A Museum has transformed the Gilbert Collection gallery into a larger, engaging space that highlights its unique and eclectic objects.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

How a Determined Scholar Captured the Breadth of Blackface

I realized there was pretty much nobody who is a famous 19th-century minstrel performer who was not an Elk. It just became synonymous.
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fromColossal
4 days ago

'Love Is a Sensation' Spotlights the Boundless Creativity of L.V. Hull

L.V. Hull created an immersive art environment in Mississippi, merging creativity with daily life through found objects and vibrant colors.
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fromColossal
3 days ago

Abi Castillo's Ceramic Beings Contrast Delicacy With the Natural World

Abi Castillo creates emotive ceramic self-portraits that explore femininity, nature, and transformation, inviting reflection on the inner self.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

For the Friars, a Sad Sale of Their Club's Last Vestiges

The New York Friars Club's memorabilia was auctioned off after foreclosure, fetching over $500,000, leaving members saddened by the loss.
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fromianVisits
4 days ago

Fulham's Pre-Raphaelite archive brought into public ownership

Hammersmith & Fulham Council acquired an important archive from Victorian art collector Cecil French, enhancing the legacy of his 19th-century British art collection.
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

How to Extract the Story of Appalachia

Fia Backström describes her experience of West Virginia as akin to being called by aliens, framing the region in a way that echoes a long history of it being seen as strange and backward.
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fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

Art Movements: Meet The Met's New Photography Curator

Oluremi C. Onabanjo is appointed curator of photographs at The Met, enhancing representation of African and Black diasporic histories.
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fromArtnet News
4 days ago

Unique Photographs Are Reshaping the Photo Market

The Spring Photographs auction features historic and contemporary works, highlighting the growing demand and market value of photography.
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