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The PAPER Guide to Downtown's Best Spring Art Shows

Downtown art scene offers a raw, honest depiction of today's art market, contrasting with the polished Chelsea galleries.
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fromArtnet News
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This 'Star Wars' C-3PO Head Just Netted $1 Million at Auction | Artnet News

The original C-3PO head sold for $1 million at auction, highlighting its significance in Star Wars memorabilia.
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Sotheby's Sets 12 Records for South Asian Artists in a Single Sale | Artnet News

A colorful modernist canvas by the late Indian painter Vivan Sundaram turned heads at Sotheby's New York on March 26 when it fetched $896,000 including fees-seven times its high estimate.
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fromArtnet News
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Long-Lost Remains of D'Artagnan Believed Found in Dutch Church

Dutch authorities may have discovered the burial site of D'Artagnan in a Maastricht church after finding suspicious remains.
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fromObserver
2 hours ago

Robert Wiesenberger On Thinking Relationally and Brooklyn's Art World Ambitions

Robert Wiesenberger joins the Brooklyn Museum as Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, aiming to enhance its collection and address contemporary issues.
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fromThe New Yorker
9 hours ago

Marie Antoinette-Era Fashion Plates

The Frick Museum reopened after renovation, showcasing exhibitions on Gainsborough and fashion plates from the time of Marie Antoinette.
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fromTime Out London
4 hours ago

The ten London art exhibitions we're most excited about in spring 2026

Spring 2026 features exciting art exhibitions in London, including major shows at new venues and highlights from historical and contemporary artists.
fromKqed
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Soon, You Can Visit Ruth Asawa's Art Whenever You Like | KQED

"The space launches with Ruth Asawa: Untitled, a show curated by Asawa's daughters Aiko Cuneo and Addie Lanier, that speaks to Asawa's tendency to leave much of her art untitled."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

The violence of racist tyranny': African Guernica goes on display alongside Picasso masterpiece

African Guernica by Dumile Feni parallels Picasso's work, reflecting the impact of apartheid through its disturbing imagery and themes of violence and innocence.
fromJuxtapoz
1 day ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Sophia Huitema "Prussian Blue" @ Harper's Apartment

The visual and chemical properties of the pigment Prussian Blue function as a metaphorical anchor, tying together a cast of watchful female figures within Huitema's hazy, dreamlike worlds.
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fromBerlin Art Link
19 hours ago

Interview with Lesia Vasylchenko | Berlin Art Link

Lesia Vasylchenko's work examines how technology reshapes perception, memory, and historical time through her exploration of 'chronopolitics.'
fromColossal
5 hours ago

Painterly Figures Entwine in Soojin Choi's Ceramic Sculptures

"My process is a constant negotiation with gravity," says Soojin Choi. The artist creates intimate ceramic sculptures depicting a pair entwined in an unknottable embrace, their limbs a seemingly endless tangle.
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fromArtnet News
2 hours ago

Still Life Painter Poppy Jones's Career Is on the Move | Artnet News

Poppy Jones creates surreal still lifes that capture the ambiguity of modern image-making, resonating with collectors and achieving significant auction success.
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fromHyperallergic
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Inside the Met Museum's Historic Raphael Exhibition

Raphael's first comprehensive exhibition in the US showcases over 170 works, highlighting his impact on Renaissance art and humanism.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

Strangers forge a powerful bond after a car crash in 'Miroirs No. 3'

Miroirs No. 3 explores themes of loneliness and connection through the story of Laura and her bond with Betty after a tragic accident.
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fromwww.npr.org
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'The Madison' adds to Taylor Sheridan's 'Yellowstone' legacy 'Marshals' not so much

Taylor Sheridan's new series The Madison focuses on family dynamics and legacy, featuring a strong female perspective, while connecting to the Yellowstone universe.
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fromHyperallergic
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A View From the Easel

Creating molds from high-heeled shoes in a shared workspace enhances precision and organization in the artistic process.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 day ago

'A Division of Vision': H. Eliz Snowcarp's art for people who see things differently * Oregon ArtsWatch

H. Eliz Snowcarp's installation challenges exclusion in the art world by promoting tactile interaction and inclusivity for those with different abilities.
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fromwww.amny.com
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A fever dream in Chelsea: The Outsider Art Fair | amNewYork

The Outsider Art Fair 2026 showcases art that exists outside traditional narratives, emphasizing raw expression and instinctive creation.
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fromArtforum
1 day ago

What's Old Is New Again: Surrealists and Robots at the Newer New Museum

The New Museum's grand reopening featured a thematic exhibition exploring utopian and dystopian societies, showcasing historical works alongside contemporary art.
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fromHarvard Gazette
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A treasure trove for K-pop fans - Harvard Gazette

Harvard's Yenching Library is curating a K-pop merchandise collection inspired by the 'Korean Stars' course to explore K-pop fandom history.
fromwww.amny.com
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How Basil Barrington Watson moves classical sculpture forward | amNewYork

Bronze, when shaped by the right hand, holds time in suspension—an argument against decay, against disappearance, against the quiet erasure of the human story.
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fromDocumentjournal
1 day ago

How a resort art fair is reshaping a small island nation's art world-and taking it global

FUZE Art Fair at Baha Mar is elevating Bahamian art to global recognition, notably with representation at the Venice Biennale.
fromArtforum
22 hours ago

Frank Gehry: Between Form and Ambition

I never thought of it as making sculpture. It's just the way I think.
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fromIrish Independent
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A Dublin art director says state support is needed to tackle elitism within the art world

Our Government should support the Irish visual arts ecosystem a lot more, spreading the message that art is open and accessible to everyone.
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fromMission Local
1 day ago

After MCCLA's closure, S.F. cultural centers say City Hall is finally listening

Cautious optimism emerges for SOMArts despite recent funding cuts and instability in city arts funding.
fromLos Angeles Times
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This L.A. play wants you to feel the story viscerally - by keeping you blindfolded

Stripping audiences of their sight, the production toys with the fear of anticipation, using light touch and scent to deliver its narrative.
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fromArtnet News
1 day ago

At Art Basel Hong Kong, the Emphasis Is on Slower, Smarter Buying | Artnet News

Marc Payot, president of Hauser and Wirth, emphasized the importance of long-term engagement, stating, 'What matters is long-term engagement-building relationships, not just transactions.' He noted that serious collectors were actively engaging at the fair.
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The Art Consultancy Firm Saying No to the Attention Economy

Approximately Blue prioritizes anonymity and substance over visibility and social media presence in the contemporary art market.
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Bill Maher is getting the Mark Twain Prize after all

For nearly three decades, the Mark Twain Prize has celebrated some of the greatest minds in comedy. For even longer, Bill has been influencing American discourse one politically incorrect joke at a time.
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fromArtnet News
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Who Created the Book of Kells? A Master Craftsman Takes on the Mystery

New evidence suggests the Book of Kells may originate from Portmahomack, challenging the long-held theory of its creation at Iona.
fromHyperallergic
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Pat Steir, Painter of Cascading Infinities, Dies at 87

Pat Steir's iconic Waterfall series, initiated in 1988, exemplifies her innovative approach to abstract painting, merging artistic surrender with a deep reverence for gesture.
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fromArtnet News
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U.K. Mulls Museum Fees for Overseas Visitors | Artnet News

The U.K. government is considering charging international visitors entrance fees at national museums, potentially ending a 25-year free entry policy.
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fromHyperallergic
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Remembering Asher Remy-Toledo, Media Art Luminary

Asher Remy-Toledo was a significant cultural producer in New York, fostering community and experimentation in media art until his passing at age 62.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 day ago

Comment | Museums must be the leaders in a moral revolution

Bregman claims, 'Today the whole of Europe risks turning into one big Venice, a beautiful open-air museum. A great destination for Chinese and American tourists. A place to admire what was once the centre of the world.' This statement encapsulates the concern that Europe is losing its cultural significance.
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fromHyperallergic
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NYU Steinhardt Presents 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibitions

The interdisciplinary MFA program brings together an exceptional group of emerging artists committed to developing their work within a community of faculty, visiting artists, and art professionals.
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fromColossal
22 hours ago

Ambiguity Reigns in Olaf Hajek's Mysterious Illustrations

Olaf Hajek's work emphasizes connections over differences, blending nature and culture to create dreamlike, ambiguous compositions.
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fromHyperallergic
22 hours ago

New School Faculty React to Plans to Lay Off 15% of Workforce

The New School plans to lay off 15% of faculty and staff due to a projected $48 million deficit.
fromArtnet News
21 hours ago

Guillermo Del Toro Scored a Different Prize at the Oscars: A Rare Frankenstein Painting

Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein earned nine nominations ahead of the 98th Academy Awards, but he did not win the Best Picture award despite the film's success in other categories.
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fromColossal
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A Short Film Joins In the Timeless Swiss Masked Tradition of Silvesterchlausen

The ritual has been performed for at least 500 years, but nobody knows how or why it began. The ornately dressed mummers, in groups of six, polyphonically yodel and ring bells.
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fromHyperallergic
23 hours ago
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Beacons in a Grim World

Two artists, Kevin McNamee-Tweed and Tajh Rust, explore themes of discovery and individuality amidst challenging societal circumstances.
fromsfist.com
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Dave Eggers to Open 100,000 Square Foot Art and Community Space at Pier 29 This Fall

Art + Water, a new community space by Dave Eggers, aims to support artists in San Francisco through a tuition-free apprenticeship model.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Dave Eggers to Open 100,000 Square Foot Art and Community Space at Pier 29 This Fall

Art + Water, a new community space by Dave Eggers, aims to support artists in San Francisco through a tuition-free apprenticeship model.
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fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Iconic 'Star Trek' Costumes and Props Beam Into London's Science Museum | Artnet News

The Science Museum's 'Star Trek Warp Trail' exhibit connects science fiction with real-world innovations, showcasing iconic costumes and technology from the franchise.
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fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

Required Reading

Art conservation and fiction writing share a common goal of revealing and preserving layers of history and storytelling.
fromArtnet News
21 hours ago

Whitney Biennial Trends, a New Baroque Art Star, and Banksy Unmasked | Artnet News

The 2026 Whitney Biennial opened at the beginning of the month, providing a snapshot of current trends and curatorial interests in the art world.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 day ago

'The human-machine creative entanglement': artist Sougwen Chung on her technology-based practice

"I've been thinking lately about how art reveals the writing on the wall. When I began developing the concept of human-machine collaboration it was 2015, years before the current wave of generative AI entered public consciousness."
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fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Dark Mode: Inside the Art Market's Private Auction Playbook | Artnet News

Private auctions are gaining popularity, blending public auction benefits with exclusivity, as seen in the recent sale of a Warhol portrait.
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fromJuxtapoz
1 week ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Nuart Aberdeen 2026: Poetry In The Streets

Nuart Aberdeen is the first street art festival focused on poetry and text-based works, promoting accessibility in the art community.
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fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

A community-sized Seder plate - Harvard Gazette

Harvard Hillel's sculpture 'The People's Plate' celebrates Jewish identity through unique iconography and personal stories during Passover.
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fromFast Company
2 days ago

This artist's work has been shown at MoMA. Now it's training AI

Michael Hafftka embraces AI by uploading his artwork to Hugging Face, viewing it as a collaborative opportunity rather than a threat.
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fromSURFACE
2 days ago

"The Antwerp Six" at 40, and Other News - SURFACE

The Antwerp Six exhibition celebrates influential Belgian designers, while the Brooklyn Museum plans a $13 million renovation for its African art galleries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Michaelina Wautier review an astounding lost artist steps out of her male contemporaries' shadows

Art history is currently in the process of revising the accepted white male canon by uncovering overlooked female artists. The recent explosion in interest of Artemisia Gentileschi highlights this shift, as major exhibitions aim to separate her extraordinary work from the violent sexual assault that overshadows her biography.
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fromJuxtapoz
3 days ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Jonas Wood Holds Court @ Gagosian, Beverly Hills

Jonas Wood's exhibition features new tennis court paintings, showcasing abstracted perspectives of matches from ATP, WTA, and Olympic tournaments.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 days ago

From technology to Gen Z collectors, Adrian Cheng shares the key trends in Hong Kong's art scene

March and April represent the pinnacle of our cultural calendar. The government's Hong Kong Mega 8 initiative brings together world-class events—from Art Basel and Art Central to ComplexCon and the Hong Kong Sevens. This powerful synergy across art, sports and pop culture transforms the entire city into an extended exhibition space.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Schiaparelli review it's cocktail o'clock with fashion's surreal goddess who out-lobstered Dali and turned a polar bear pink

Naked mermaids and prancing horses, silk carrots and unshelled peanuts, gilded elephant trunks, drums and masks are just a few of the buttons. The V&A's lavish spring show is a weird and wonderful tumble down the rabbit hole that is Schiaparelli, fashion's house of surrealism.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
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South African work banned from Venice Biennale to be shown outside main event

Gabrielle Goliath's performance art, Elegy, will be displayed at the Venice Biennale despite initial cancellation due to its tribute to a Palestinian poet.
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fromLondon Unattached
1 day ago

Konrad Magi - Dulwich Picture Gallery - Review

Konrad Mägi, a significant Estonian modernist painter, is featured in a major UK exhibition showcasing his diverse and influential body of work.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Dreams of survival: How war has restructured Gaza's job market

Gaza's professionals are shifting careers to survive, adapting from arts and business to various jobs for income amidst ongoing conflict.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

From public charge' to key figure in the thaw with Cuba under Obama: the story of Julissa Reynoso comes to the theater

Barack Obama announced the opening of relations with Cuba, highlighting Julissa Reynoso's significant role in this diplomatic milestone.
fromArtnet News
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Rubens's Epic Medici Cycle Gets a Glow Up at the Louvre | Artnet News

The monumental suite was one of the Flemish master's most prestigious achievements, produced between 1622 and 1625 on commission for the French Crown.
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fromArtnet News
1 day ago

Long-Lost Photos of Chelsea Hotel Resurface in a New Book

Scopin's decision to room at the Hotel Chelsea was a matter of frugality, reflecting a serious class system within the ornate 12-story building.
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fromHyperallergic
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Tracey Emin's Cult of the Self

Entering Tracey Emin's retrospective A Second Life at Tate Modern evokes the unsettling sensation of reading someone's personal diary, as her entire body of work reflects intimate experiences.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

'We're all in grief': Chicano artists reckon with Cesar Chavez abuse allegations

Cesar Chavez has been discredited due to revelations of sexual abuse, prompting a reevaluation of his legacy and removal of his imagery in public spaces.
fromwww.npr.org
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A Pablo Picasso painting is offered for 100 euros in charity raffle

Proceeds from the '1 Picasso for 100 euros' campaign will help fund research into Alzheimer's, a common form of dementia that is a leading cause of death worldwide.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

A $30 Million Trove of Minimalist Masterpieces Is Heading to Christie's

A collection of Minimalist masterpieces by Henry S. McNeil Jr. will be featured in Christie's Spring auctions in New York.
fromHyperallergic
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Lebanese Artist Ali Sbeity Reportedly Killed in Israeli Strike

Ali Sbeity painted vibrant portraits and landscapes of his rural hometown in Southern Lebanon, often sharing his works on his Facebook. He participated in numerous local arts exhibitions and created murals for schools in Beirut.
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fromArtnet News
2 days ago

From 'Game of Thrones' to 'Downton Abbey'-Iconic Costumes Go on View in Scotland

Costume Couture exhibition showcases 60 years of Cosprop's costumes from iconic films and series in Edinburgh this summer.
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fromHyperallergic
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Remembering Calvin Tompkins, Rhoda Roberts, and Agosto Machado

Calvin Tomkins, a prominent art writer, passed away, leaving a legacy of influential profiles and contributions to contemporary art.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Stephen Colbert's next epic quest? Writing a new 'Lord of the Rings' movie

Stephen Colbert is co-writing a new Lord of the Rings movie titled 'Shadow of the Past' with his son and Philippa Boyens.
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