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fromArtnet News
3 hours ago

The Art Trade Is Taking Calculated Risks With A.I. | Artnet News

A.I. use cases in the art world are emerging, but trust and relationships remain crucial, limiting A.I.'s impact on seasoned buyers.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
23 hours ago

Colin Hutton's Video Wave makes an old format work

Video Wave is the last standalone video rental store in San Francisco, thriving through personal customer connections and a vast inventory.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
#childrens-literature
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Books

Children and teens roundup the best new picture books and novels

A variety of children's books explore themes of culture, identity, and emotions through engaging stories and illustrations.
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago
Books

The Thrill of Picture Books That Let Kids in on the Joke

Recent children's books with unreliable narrators allow kids to feel smarter than the story, enhancing their enjoyment and engagement.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Children and teens roundup the best new picture books and novels

A variety of children's books explore themes of culture, identity, and emotions through engaging stories and illustrations.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

The Thrill of Picture Books That Let Kids in on the Joke

Recent children's books with unreliable narrators allow kids to feel smarter than the story, enhancing their enjoyment and engagement.
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

The silent power of memes

Memes significantly influence political discourse, shaping perceptions and opinions, particularly in the US since 2016.
Berlin
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
3 days ago

Dive Into the Future of Art: Discover Queer Unframing - KALTBLUT Magazine

QUEER UNFRAMING is a transformative exhibition celebrating queer narratives and challenging conventional art perspectives during Gallery Weekend Berlin 2026.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Combining Opposites in Creativity: Van Gogh's Contrasts

Our study demonstrates that volatility was a key source of his creativity. We find consistent evidence in the letters that Van Gogh increasingly oscillated between opposite emotional states, such as joy and sadness or between aspirations for belonging and for isolation.
Writing
#illustration
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago
Graphic design

Daniele Castellano's vivid drawings are the stuff that dreams (and nightmares) are made of

Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

"Nothing is new" to Dave Bowers, so he illustrates the familiar in his own style

Dave Bowers creates simple, whimsical illustrations inspired by his daughter, focusing on spontaneity and personal enjoyment rather than a specific message.
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago
Graphic design

Daniele Castellano's vivid drawings are the stuff that dreams (and nightmares) are made of

Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

"Nothing is new" to Dave Bowers, so he illustrates the familiar in his own style

Dave Bowers creates simple, whimsical illustrations inspired by his daughter, focusing on spontaneity and personal enjoyment rather than a specific message.
UX design
fromJonnyburch
3 days ago

I love AI, but it still can't design for shit

AI lacks a critical eye for its own output, leading to poor presentations and accountability issues for users.
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration confirms its opening date

The museum will display over 100 of Quentin Blake's original, rarely seen drawings, showcasing his theatrical influences as an illustrator.
London
SOMA, SF
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Has the world grown weary of art biennials? In search of an antidote, a Portuguese festival turns to anarchism

Coimbra's Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova is haunted and faces redevelopment into a hotel, threatening its role as an art festival hub.
fromMedium
4 days ago

What improv taught me about why innovation falls out of sync

When performers fall out of sync, even the best improv starts to break down. Innovation is a team sport, and skill alone won't yield favourable results.
Marketing
#photography
fromAnOther
4 days ago
Photography

Chad Moore's New Book Captures the Unearthly Beauty of Eyes and Skies

Chad Moore's latest photo book, Eyes and Skies, juxtaposes images of the cosmos with close-ups of eyes, exploring themes of wonder and connection.
fromdesignyoutrust.com
2 months ago
Photography

Incredible Behindthescenes Reels Where A Loose Doodle Evolves Into A Polished Illustration Packed With Personality And Story

A diverse collection of contemporary visual art, advertising, and inventive photography highlights creative reinterpretations, surreal manipulations, and socially aware installations across global artists and campaigns.
Photography
fromAnOther
4 days ago

Chad Moore's New Book Captures the Unearthly Beauty of Eyes and Skies

Chad Moore's latest photo book, Eyes and Skies, juxtaposes images of the cosmos with close-ups of eyes, exploring themes of wonder and connection.
#creativity
Education
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Develop Creative Potential

Creative potential combines original thinking with motivation, growing through knowledge, experience, and small actions that invite ideas and explore options.
#art
Arts
fromFuncheap
13 hours ago

Best Friends Illuminated: Meet the Artist + Art Experience

The exhibit 'Best Friends Illuminated' invites attendees to reflect on their phone usage through art and interactive prompts.
NYC music
fromVulture
6 days ago

Jerry Saltz's '90s Art World

The end of the 1980s marked a shift in the art world, leading to new opportunities amidst a market recession.
Music production
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
6 days ago

ARY's 'DARKSTAR': A Journey Through Light and Darkness % - %

ARY's new album 'DARKSTAR' showcases her evolution as an artist, exploring deep personal themes and redefining her sound in the Nordic music scene.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Cartoonist Conspiracy of San Francisco" Collaborative Drawing Jam

The San Francisco Cartoonist Conspiracy meets from 7-9pm on the second Tuesday of every month at Finjan Qahwa, where participants draw collaborative jam comics.
Mission District
fromItsnicethat
4 days ago

The magic of self-publishing and lo-fi production comes alive in Eloise Aitken's printed matter

I'm heavily inspired by radical print design, particularly of the 70s after the birth of the Xerox, such as Shrew and OZ Magazine as well as protest banners and zines. I love the fast-paced, imperfect, tactile feeling and I try to emulate this through physically editing my work.
Graphic design
fromCurbed
4 days ago

The Ordinary, Extraordinary To-Do Lists of Keith Haring

Each morning, he made himself a to-do list and crossed out items as he completed them as straightforwardly as any middle manager. Shopping-list tasks like 'china markers' or 'order canvas' sit alongside reminders like 'paint sister's baby furniture.'
Writing
Books
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Eight Biographies That Really Bring Their Subjects to Life

Literary biography requires a delicate balance of reverence and creativity to portray a subject's life authentically and humanely.
fromVulture
6 days ago

Jerry Saltz's '90s Slideshow

"I knew nothing about photography. I ended up making 40,000 goddamn slides."
Photography
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 day ago

How Art Firms Are-or Should Be-Using A.I. Right Now | Artnet News

The art market is cautiously exploring A.I. technology, recognizing its potential benefits while remaining uncertain about its implementation and impact.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Peter Hujar's Photos Are All the Rage. He'd Be Shocked.

Peter Hujar's work, characterized by its handmade quality and erotic portraiture, is gaining renewed attention decades after his death.
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

Miggie Bacungan's graphic design challenges the artificial flavouring of pop culture imagery

The design elements I would use for my maximalist work takes inspiration from tarpaulin advertisements and posters you would see across Metro Manila. The visual character of these advertisements are really kitsch.
Graphic design
Photography
fromBOOOOOOOM!
1 week ago

Illustrator Spotlight: Nicholas Moegly

Nicholas Moegly creates moody, dark, and nostalgic imagery reflecting his experiences in small-town America.
fromArtnet News
2 days ago

Colleen Barry Wants You to Believe in Pictures Again | Artnet News

In many works, sturdy, almost sculptural nude women appear alongside children and dogs, suggesting an untamed intimacy. The rust-colored painting is Barry's interpretation of the famed Capitoline Wolf, a centuries-old sculpture depicting Romulus and Remus, the mythical twin founders of Rome who were suckled by a she-wolf after being abandoned.
Arts
Arts
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Revisiting the Advent of the Abstract

Abstract art's rise is redefined as a practice of self-taught artists rather than solely a product of the avant-garde or historical tradition.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

Mark Milroy Sees, Remembers, and Imagines at Once

Mark Milroy's art uniquely blends personal memory with historical insight, creating a distinctive observational painting style.
fromBOOOOOOOM!
2 days ago

Artist Spotlight: Kelsey Shwetz

Light functions as a primary organizing force throughout the work. Domestic illumination, nocturnal lamplight, and mediated light from screens divide the image into overlapping zones of visibility and shadow.
Arts
Arts
fromColossal
2 days ago

An Interactive Archive Celebrates the Wide Ranging Projects Inviting 'Unruly Play'

Play fosters creativity, connection, and challenges fixed ideas through interactive and participatory art projects.
Graphic design
fromdesignyoutrust.com
2 weeks ago

Breathtaking Cinematic Illustrations That Will Make You Rethink Sci-Fi Concept Art

Katerina Belikova is a renowned Ukrainian digital illustrator known for her work in science fiction and dark fantasy, particularly with the Star Wars franchise.
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

Required Reading

This captivating photo depicts not an isolated incident, nor accident, nor allegory, but rather an ongoing war crime, underscoring the importance of not looking away.
Arts
fromArtnet News
3 days ago

Philadelphia's New Art Fair Is Betting Big on Community

"I love the way that it allows me to connect as a gallerist with collectors and other artists," Galardi said of Future Fair over a video call.
Arts
#art-exhibition
Arts
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

This California Art Show From Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys Pairs Major Artists With a Stunning Pacific Backdrop

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego hosts 'Giants: Art from the Dean Collection,' featuring 130 works by Black American and diasporic artists.
Arts
fromArtforum
4 days ago

Making Rent: New York's New Apartment Galleries and Artist-Run Spaces

A new artist-run exhibition in Crown Heights showcases diverse artworks in a playful, chaotic environment, emphasizing collaboration and community engagement.
#contemporary-art
Typography
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The way the world is, something daft is appealing' why everything from pizzas to podcasts has a cartoon character on it

A distinctive visual style combining 1920s rubber hose animation, 1950s Americana, and contemporary graffiti aesthetics has become the dominant branding approach for independent food and beverage businesses since the late 2010s.
Arts
fromColossal
4 days ago

Animals Wander through Neighborhood Streets at Twilight in Nicholas Moegly's Illustrations

Twilight is viewed as a magical time in folklore, inspiring artist Nicholas Moegly's dreamy realism in depicting quiet neighborhoods and roaming creatures.
UX design
fromSmashing Magazine
1 month ago

Anime vs. Marvel/DC: Designing Digital Products With Emotion In Flow - Smashing Magazine

Design quality depends on emotional pacing and flow management, not just visual elements. Successful products guide users through emotional states coherently, while poor design creates emotional conflicts through misplaced elements.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

Roses and Thorns of Greater New York

Barbara Chase-Riboud declined to represent the US at the Venice Biennale, stating that now is not the right moment.
fromColossal
4 days ago

Tania Yakunova's Expressive Figures Entwine with Plant Life in Digital and Graphite Illustrations

Tania Yakunova's lush compositions are marked by grainy textures and gestural lines, effectively conveying deep emotions and brand narratives through her vibrant color palettes.
Arts
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

What We Loved (And Didn't) in "Greater New York"

MoMA PS1 showcases over 150 works by more than 50 artists, reflecting New York's diverse and complex art world.
#rave-culture
Arts
fromColossal
6 days ago

Amid Urban Spaces, Alex Senna's Bold Murals Embrace Connection and Belonging

Alex Senna's murals emphasize community, emotional bonds, and togetherness through bold black-and-white compositions set against colorful urban backgrounds.
fromBoard Game Quest
2 months ago

Sand Art Review

Sand Art is a game by Kory Jordan and published by 25th Century Games for two to four players ages 10 and up. It takes about an hour to play, and has you collecting resources and then coloring in a bottle, making art in a bottle out of sand, in case the name didn't give away the plot. Gameplay Overview: Sand Art has you gathering and mixing sand, which is used to fill your bottle.
Board games
Design
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Visual communication that challenges convention: Phantasia on how graphic design can forge true collaboration

Phantasia, a Barcelona-based design studio founded in 2021, prioritizes meaningful projects that serve communities through intentional collaboration, diversity, and accessible communication.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

Genesis P-Orridge's Subversive Mail-Art Goes on View

Genesis Breyer P-Orridge's mail art from the 1970s is showcased in a focused exhibition at Art Metropole, highlighting their early career and subversive practices.
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

7 New Art Books to Step Into Spring | Artnet News

Casa Kahlo offers an unprecedented look into the famed Mexican painter's family home, Casa Roja, which stands just blocks away from Casa Azul in Mexico City. Kahlo would retreat to Casa Roja when Casa Azul got crazy.
Arts
fromArtnet News
1 week ago

Painting Has Entered Its Performance Era | Artnet News

Much of Instagram's video content is organized around transformation-the virtual magic of the before-and-after and clips that show cause and effect. A person makes pasta from scratch in 20 seconds via edits that compress time-intensive labor.
Arts
fromdesignyoutrust.com
2 months ago

This Artist Creates Superhero and Comic Watercolors With Traditional Japanese Motifs

Justin Bieber for Calvin Klein Spring 2015 Ad Campaign In A Parallel Universe: Artist Exposes Sexism By Switching Up Gender Roles In Old-School Ads Russian Blogger Makes Parodies Out Of Celebrity Photos, And More Than 20,000 Followers On Instagram Approve 10 Famous Movie Titles Written Using Negative Space The World of Modern Graphic Design & Typography by Kyle Kemink Chinese Tech Companies Hiring 'Pretty' Girls to Motivate Male Employees by Chatting, Playing Ping Pong and Buying them Breakfast
Typography
Arts
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks 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.
#comics
Photography
fromDesign Milk
2 months ago

The Art of What We Throw Away

Frozen household food waste can be transformed into artwork that records daily life, promotes circularity, and fosters community engagement through zero-waste events.
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

The Business of KAWS: What Data and a Museum Show Reveal About His Market | Artnet News

KAWS has shown an uncanny ability to connect with a wide variety of people. Younger buyers clamor for his $50 Uniqlo T-shirts, while trophy-hunting collectors shell out millions for paintings.
Arts
Graphic design
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

How a prize-winning cartoonist brings hand-drawn comics to the web

American journalist Danny Fenster, imprisoned during Myanmar's 2021 coup, collaborated with cartoonist cousin Amy Kurzweil on an interactive comic documenting his six-month incarceration and psychological survival.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

A View From the Easel

An MFA student adjusts studio practice to smaller school workspace while maintaining multitasking creative habits and intentionally resisting constraints on artistic vision.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

We Must Do More Than Simply Depict Our Lives

The Bronx Museum biennial spotlights representational works that center urban youth and marginalized identities, challenging mainstream narratives through sincere, everyday portrayals.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Art Books That Serve Up Beauty and Depth

A diverse selection of art books highlights contemporary women artists, historical art studies, racial justice memorials, disability advocacy in art, and provocative art-history reinterpretations.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Does It Have to Mean Something to Be Great?

Joanne Greenbaum combines diverse media and mark-making to create cohesive paintings where individual elements retain distinctiveness, blending stillness with accelerating movement.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Robert Crumb review sexual deviancy elevated to an art form

Robert Crumb's transgressive, confessional comics expose deep neuroses through filthy, angry, and darkly humorous self-portraits and exaggerated female figures.
Arts
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 signs you appreciate art, music, and culture on a deeper level than most people - Silicon Canals

Some people experience art deeply, reacting emotionally and perceiving subtle artistic cues that reveal heightened sensitivity and meaningful connections to creative expression.
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