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The Deaf Artist Reinventing Conversation

Joseph Grigely is an artist who collects notes people use to communicate with him.

Grigely's work explores the agony and ecstasy of communication, amplified by his own deafness. [ more ]

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Artist Spotlight: Maeve van Klaveren

Maeve van Klaveren is an artist who uses different materials to create her artwork.

Her work is open to interpretation and often arises from personal feelings and thoughts. [ more ]

Itsnicethat

Geometric, abstract, composed: Inside the graphic artwork of Desmond Palmer

Desmond's work is characterized by vibrant colors, energetic flow, and intricate shapes

His artwork pays homage to the aesthetics of 1980s neon and Memphis design [ more ]

SLAM

Justin Ruby Cuts Up Your Favorite Kicks to Make These Basketball Portraits | SLAM

Justin Ruby, a successful artist known for his unique style of cutting up luxury items and retro Jordans and piecing them together, turned to art as an outlet due to feeling out of place growing up.

His art is known for its intricate details and storytelling, with each stroke and choice deliberate to weave together emotions and narratives. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Artists and curators pay tribute to performance pioneer Pope.L who has died aged 68

Influential artist Pope.L has died at the age of 68

He was known for his provocative and absurdist works that dealt with race, economic systems, and language [ more ]

Washington Post

Mali Velasquez's lush, raw debut album is a portrait of grief

Mali Velasquez's debut album, 'I'm Green,' is a reflection of her navigation through young adulthood and the various forms of grief she has experienced.

The album is characterized by its color symbolism, with green representing something pure and good but also carrying a little bitterness. [ more ]

Pitchfork

1010Benja Shares Video for New Song "H2HaveYou"

1010Benja releases music video for new song 'H2HaveYou'

Preview of his debut album coming later this year [ more ]

euronews

In Memoriam 2023: A look back at the music icons who died this year

Notable musicians who passed away in 2023 include Fred White of Earth, Wind & Fire, Jeff Beck, and Lisa Marie Presley.

These artists were influential in their respective genres and left a lasting impact on the music industry. [ more ]

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A tonic that no medication can give': readers' favourite albums of 2023

Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt's music is fresh, recognizable, and moves listeners immensely.

Jung Kook's versatility and different styles in his album have resonated with fans and helped them through tough times.

Blur's album showcases Damon Albarn's best work and brings pure, heartwarming emotions to fans.

Mac DeMarco's album is a delight for listeners. [ more ]

The New Yorker

Sergio Garcia Sanchez's "Ready to Soar"

Poetry is present in the everyday life of the city and influences the work of artist Sergio GarcÃa SÃ¡nchez.

Music and dance are major influences in GarcÃa SÃ¡nchez's creative process, and he incorporates rhythm and movement into his artwork.

Competition with oneself is more important than competition with others when it comes to artistic development. [ more ]

Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

David Hobbes

David Hobbes initially doubted whether to make an album but found inspiration and confidence through songwriting groups and positive feedback from others.

With the help of producer and co-writer Rachel Efron, Hobbes released his debut album "Searching for a Home," which reflects his personal journey of finding a place that feels like home. [ more ]

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London

Patrick Lovely obituary

Patrick Lovely, an artist and art teacher, documented the everyday life of ordinary people in Brixton, focusing on Irish and Windrush communities. [ more ]

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London

Mike Cumiskey obituary

Mike Cumiskey juggled multiple careers as an artist, art teacher, and headteacher, holding exhibitions in various international venues.

His early career was marked by a diverse range of jobs to support his family while also dedicating time to his creative work. [ more ]

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London

Joe Tilson obituary

Joe Tilson, a renowned artist, passed away at the age of 95.

Tilson's upbringing in poverty and his fascination with American culture influenced his art.

His parents initially disapproved of his interest in art. [ more ]

Juxtapoz

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Juxtapoz Magazine - A Portfolio: Catherine Repko

Repko's paintings explore familial bonds and the relationship between the artist and her sisters. [ more ]

Berlin Art Link

Studio Visit with Basma al-Sharif | Berlin Art Link

Basma al-Sharif's home reflects her artistic practice.

She intertwines domestic life and creative flow. [ more ]

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Artist Spotlight: Alexander Appleby

Artist Alexander Appleby's paintings combine fictional data with real world inspiration to celebrate nature in unique compositions. [ more ]

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"Modern Land" by Artist Madeline Rupard

Madeline Rupard's paintings explore the tensions between the suburban and the sublime, the sacred and the mundane.

Rupard's most recent body of work, 'Modern Land,' reflects her personal experiences of driving across the US and the emotions connected to the American landscape. [ more ]

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Artist Spotlight: Junwoo Park

Junwoo Park enjoys the process of freely imagining himself and finds satisfaction in solving puzzles and creating new creations.

Junwoo Park's passion for his work is fueled by exploring the infinite world of imagination and finding unique and vibrant traces in the results. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

From Phyllida Barlow to Angela Flowers-remembering the artists, collectors, curators and gallerists who died in 2023

One-off artists

Artists of note who departed in 2023 included a clutch of one-off characters including the highly respected sculptor Phyllida Barlow who died in March.

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Artist Spotlight: Jon Fox

Jon Fox's work is characterized by geometric structures, free flowing shapes, and striking colors.

His current work is inspired by personal introspection and often features narrative elements and ethereal figures. [ more ]

Funcheap

SF's "ArtGasm" Pop-up Gallery: Quinceanera (Castro)

ArtGasm Pop-Up Gallery celebrating fifteen artists

Opening party on January 5th, 2024 with DJ [ more ]

Creative Bloq

Artist insight: pro advice from The Gnomon Workshop's best instructors

The Gnomon Workshop provides a platform for artists to learn from leading artists in video games, film, and illustration.

The artists at The Gnomon Workshop discuss their creative process, style, technology, and technique. [ more ]

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Brooklyn

Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Places To See Art

The Brooklyn Museum has a long history dating back to 1823

The art scene in Brooklyn is vibrant and diverse. [ more ]

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Web development

'Web3 Artists Offers Something Web2 Can't True Ownership' Palm Foundation Director Interview Bitcoin News

Web3 offers true ownership

Artists are finding value in Web3 [ more ]

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East Bay food

"Oakland First Fridays" Street Festival (March 2024 CANCELED)

Oakland First Fridays, a community event showcasing art and culture, is temporarily closing from January to March 2024 due to financial issues.

The closure is causing regret and disruption to the community, as the event has been a crucial platform for artists and creators. [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

Leaked File Shows the Thousands of Artists Midjourney Has Allegedly Used to Train Its AI Models

AI image generators rely on the work of real human artists to create content at a fast pace.

A leaked Google Sheet revealed a list of thousands of artists, time periods, styles, and genres that Midjourney allegedly used for its services. [ more ]

nordicinst 4 months ago

New York Times @nytimes: A.I. Can Make Art That Feels Human. Whose Fault Is That? - The New York Times. #AI #industry40 #aiact https://t.co/CnHeoIBhq3

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Artificial intelligence

A.I. Can Make Art That Feels Human. Whose Fault Is That?

Artificial intelligence has become both a menace and a sales pitch, losing its novelty and value.

A.I. technologies have been used by artists for years, but their usefulness for journalists is limited. [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

A.I. Can Make Art That Feels Human. Whose Fault Is That?

Artificial intelligence has become both a menace and a sales pitch, losing its novelty and value.

A.I. technologies have been used by artists for years, but their usefulness for journalists is limited. [ more ]

Pitchfork

Les McCann, Jazz Pianist and Singer, Dies at 88

McCann's music had a lasting influence on artists in the 1990s and 2000s, especially in the hip-hop genre.

McCann released over 50 albums and collaborated with various artists throughout his career. [ more ]

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Blasts From the Past: 12 Key Collections, From Julee Cruise to the Who

Artists were eager to revisit the past in 2023 some tweaking recent albums (like Taylor Swift), others revisiting long-dormant work in the vaults (like the two surviving Beatles).

WIRED

The 10 Best Albums of 2023

The best albums of 2023 were actually released in 2022.Taylor Swift and Beyoncé dominated the year through global stadium tours, blockbuster movies, and countless digital column inches.

www.theguardian.com

Artist Pope.L, famous for his crawling performances, dies aged 68

American artist Pope.L, known for his performances crawling through the streets, has died at age 68.

Pope.L's first show in the UK at the South London Gallery was critically acclaimed. [ more ]

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New York City

Angelina Jolie and the Ghosts of New York Past

When Angelina Jolie opened her first fashion boutique in a squat, two-story building at 57 Great Jones Street in Lower Manhattan this month, she joined a long line of notable New Yorkers, including gangsters and artists, who lived or worked at that unassuming address.

nybooks 4 months ago

âOne quality that I love about Werner Herzogâs work, and that I try to bring out in my own, is his total lack of cynicism.â âan interview with @mrkocnnll https://t.co/XA2fZz9ncq

The New York Review of Books

Writing

'A Powerful Day to You, Sir!' | Mark O'Connell

Werner Herzog's autobiography is reviewed in the article.

Mark O'Connell captures the essence of Herzog's life and memoir as an argument for how an artist should conduct themselves. [ more ]

The New York Review of Books

Writing

'A Powerful Day to You, Sir!' | Mark O'Connell

Werner Herzog's autobiography is reviewed in the article.

Mark O'Connell captures the essence of Herzog's life and memoir as an argument for how an artist should conduct themselves. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Fashion & style

The best thing is the wind whistling around your parts': the men who wear shorts all year round

Dick Stringer, an artist, discusses his love for wearing shorts and how it started during his boarding school days.

Stringer finds shorts comfortable and enjoys wearing them while working in his factory, where he creates various items including chandeliers and architectural pieces. [ more ]

Coindesk

Michael Kutsche: Caroline Ellison Had Her Mind 'Hijacked'

Artist Michael Kutsche created an NFT image of Caroline Ellison, former Alameda Research executive.

Kutsche discusses his passion for fine art and the changing landscape of digital art. [ more ]

Medium

Corita Kent: teachings to free the creative spirit

Corita Kent was an artist known for her innovative approach to design and education.

Her artwork evolved from using figurative and religious imagery to incorporating advertising images and slogans, popular song lyrics, biblical verses, and literature.

Corita Kent's emphasis on screen printing was due to her wish for democratic outreach and affordable art for the masses. [ more ]

Cointelegraph Magazine

DMT and a Hellboy outfit - How diewiththemostlikes got on SuperRare: NFT Creator

Mark Wilson, aka diewiththemostlikes, is an artist known for his unique and provocative style in the digital art market.

Wilson gained attention by ridiculing the NFT space and evoking humor and sadness in his artwork.

He originally minted his first NFT on Foundation after a random account reached out to him. [ more ]

Curbed

A California Artist Lives His Mexico City Dream

California artist Brian Thoreen fell in love with Mexico City and ended up renting a space there.

Thoreen's space includes a studio, kitchen, bedrooms, patio, and dining area.

Thoreen co-founded MASA gallery and curates exhibitions there. [ more ]

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