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Actually, that $1.4M 'blank' painting isn't a waste of time

The recent sale of Robert Ryman's seemingly blank painting highlights the ongoing debate over modern art's value and meaning.
Ryman's approach to art emphasized simplicity and direct engagement with the viewer, avoiding pretentiousness.

How a Forgotten TV Show Forever Changed the Way We Look at Art

The evolution of modern art reflects societal fears and has increasingly been mediated by technology, impacting public engagement with artistic expression.

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.

Actually, that $1.4M 'blank' painting isn't a waste of time

The recent sale of Robert Ryman's seemingly blank painting highlights the ongoing debate over modern art's value and meaning.
Ryman's approach to art emphasized simplicity and direct engagement with the viewer, avoiding pretentiousness.

How a Forgotten TV Show Forever Changed the Way We Look at Art

The evolution of modern art reflects societal fears and has increasingly been mediated by technology, impacting public engagement with artistic expression.

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.
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Everyday Philosophy: If beauty is subjective, is "Shawshank Redemption" no better than "Sausage Party"?

Beauty is subjective, yet discussions on art's quality can lead to a universal understanding.

Caspar David Friedrich: the racked Romantic painter who inspired Beckett and Bambi

Friedrich's 'Monk By the Sea' represents a turning point in Romantic art and explores themes of existentialism and abstraction.
#contemporary-art

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.

Poor Artists by The White Pube review how to make it in the art world

The White Pube redefines art criticism through imaginative storytelling and explores the challenges faced by artists in their book 'Poor Artists.'

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.

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.

Poor Artists by The White Pube review how to make it in the art world

The White Pube redefines art criticism through imaginative storytelling and explores the challenges faced by artists in their book 'Poor Artists.'

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.
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#harry-kane

'The Roman emperors wouldn't have put up with it': Harry Kane statue gets art critics talking

A controversial statue of Harry Kane has been unveiled after being stalled for years, receiving mixed reviews regarding its artistic representation.

The best and worst statues in football

Harry Kane's statue unveiled, hoping to inspire future generations despite mixed reactions similar to past sports statues.

The beautiful game? Untangling the tricky relationship between art and football

The recent unveiling of Harry Kane's statue has incited mixed reactions highlighting ongoing critique of artistic representations in football.

'The Roman emperors wouldn't have put up with it': Harry Kane statue gets art critics talking

A controversial statue of Harry Kane has been unveiled after being stalled for years, receiving mixed reviews regarding its artistic representation.

The best and worst statues in football

Harry Kane's statue unveiled, hoping to inspire future generations despite mixed reactions similar to past sports statues.

The beautiful game? Untangling the tricky relationship between art and football

The recent unveiling of Harry Kane's statue has incited mixed reactions highlighting ongoing critique of artistic representations in football.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
#women-artists

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.

Summer Reads: 10 New Books to Read by the Pool

Art criticism meets celebrity culture in recent book releases.
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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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