Smithsonian Institution Will Close its Diversity Offices

This post was originally published on artnews.com Just days after the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. said it would cancel its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, the Smithsonian Institution, a consortium that includes 21 national museums, announced its diversity office will also close. According to the New York Times, the Smithsonian will also freeze hiring for all federal… Continue reading Smithsonian Institution Will Close its Diversity Offices

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Contracted Workers at Major London Museums Plan for Month-Long Strike

This post was originally published on artnews.com More than 100 security workers contracted at three London museums, including the Victoria & Albert Museum, have announced plans to hold a historic strike from February 1-28 for better wages. The dispute began in September 2023 and centers outsourced workers employed by the UK-based security contractor Wilson James,… Continue reading Contracted Workers at Major London Museums Plan for Month-Long Strike

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Klára Hosnedlová to Debut First Chanel Commission at Hamburger Bahnhof in May

This post was originally published on artnews.com Hamburger Bahnhof – Nationalgalerie der Gegenwart in Berlin has announced a significant three-year partnership with the Chanel Culture Fund to establish the Chanel Commission, an annual initiative designed to facilitate large-scale, innovative art installations.  The collaboration, set within the museum’s iconic 2,500-square-meter historic hall, aims to redefine the… Continue reading Klára Hosnedlová to Debut First Chanel Commission at Hamburger Bahnhof in May

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Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Painter Who Plotted a New Path for Native American Artists, Dies at 85

This post was originally published on artnews.com Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, a painter who revolutionized the landscape genre and paved a path to success for generations of Native American artists that followed, died on January 24 at 85. Her death was confirmed by Garth Greenan Gallery, her New York–based representative. A citizen of the Confederated Salish… Continue reading Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Painter Who Plotted a New Path for Native American Artists, Dies at 85

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Bronze Age Footprints Preserved During Vesuvius Eruption Are Found in Italy

This post was originally published on artnews.com A number of Bronze Age discoveries were made during upgrades to a methane pipeline in the Italian province of Salerno, the Italian news agency ANSA reports. Bronze Age footprints, both from animals and from humans, were initially identified as work was conducted on the Diramazione Nocera-Cava dei Tirreni… Continue reading Bronze Age Footprints Preserved During Vesuvius Eruption Are Found in Italy

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Mona Lisa Will Be Moved to Its Own Exhibition Space at Louvre

This post was originally published on artnews.com French president Emmanuel Macron announced Tuesday that the Mona Lisa, Leonardo Da Vinci’s masterpiece and one of the most iconic artworks in the world, would soon be moved to a new exhibition space. The move is a part of a larger renovation plan to overhaul the Louvre museum… Continue reading Mona Lisa Will Be Moved to Its Own Exhibition Space at Louvre

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Author Imani Perry Shares Her Top Five Recent Obsessions

This post was originally published on artnews.com Imani Perry is the author of Black in Blues: How a Color Tells the Story of My People, published this month by Harper Collins. Below, she discusses Black excellence and interdisciplinary presentations of history.

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Hammer Museum’s Made in L.A. Biennial Names 27 Artists for Upcoming Edition in October

This post was originally published on artnews.com The Hammer Museum in Los Angeles has named the 27 artists who will participate in its closely watched Made in L.A. biennial, which will open in October. The exhibition focuses on artists who work in the greater LA area. Well-known artists like Carl Cheng, John Knight, Patrick Martinez,… Continue reading Hammer Museum’s Made in L.A. Biennial Names 27 Artists for Upcoming Edition in October

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Trump Presses Pause on Federal Loans and Grants, One Billion Euros to Fix the Louvre? Pace and Galerie Judin to Open in Berlin: Morning Links for January 28, 2025

This post was originally published on artnews.com To receive Morning Links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews newsletter. The Headlines TRUMP PAUSES ALL FEDERAL LOANS AND GRANTS. On Monday, the White House budget office ordered a pause in all federal grants, loans, and other federal financial assistance, potentially paralyzing a large number of non-profit programs, including… Continue reading Trump Presses Pause on Federal Loans and Grants, One Billion Euros to Fix the Louvre? Pace and Galerie Judin to Open in Berlin: Morning Links for January 28, 2025

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Pace, Galerie Judin to Open New Gallery in a 1950s Gas Station in Berlin

This post was originally published on artnews.com Pace Gallery is joining forces with Berlin’s Galerie Judin to launch a new space in the German capital this spring. Opening May 1, it will be set in a restored 1950s gas station in Berlin’s Schöneberg neighborhood and will include offices for the galleries, a café, and a… Continue reading Pace, Galerie Judin to Open New Gallery in a 1950s Gas Station in Berlin

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Louvre seeks €1bn for restoration, unions hit back

The Paris museum’s leadership is hoping to raise money for a grand project involving reimagined exhibition and hospitality spaces and a subterranean tunnel under the museum to connect it all

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Why We’re in Love with Apocalypse

Some fear we’ll be buried in brimstone; others expect to be extinguished by A.I. But is there comfort to be found in our apocalyptic visions?

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Briefly Noted

“Black in Blues,” “American Laughter, American Fury,” “My Darling Boy,” and “Too Soon.”

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What We See in Lauren Sanchez’s Cleavage

The hemline index correlates the strength of the economy with women’s skirt lengths—minis in a bull market, midis in bear. In our sociopolitical moment, it could make more sense to consider what might be called the boob index.

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Tom Brady, Armchair Quarterback

In his new gig, the former player turned “N.F.L. on Fox” commentator is back to work, but is he any good?

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Tribeca galleries damaged in two-alarm fire

The Journal Gallery and Asya Geisberg Gallery, both located at 45 White Street in Manhattan, were both impacted by an outbreak of flames

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Liza Minnelli’s Desire to Touch

Also: Merch love for L.A., the Australian comedian Sam Kissajukian’s “300 Paintings,” Heartbeat Opera’s innovative “Salome,” and more.

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Under the Radar Keeps Rollin’ Along

Highlights include a spare reworking of the 1927 musical “Show Boat” and a surprisingly touching new piece by the shock connoisseur Ann Liv Young.

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Donald Trump Plays Church

On Inauguration Day, the forty-seventh President cast himself as an especially favored vessel of the Almighty.

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New Mural by SATR in Réunion Island, France

During the vibrant Réunion Graffiti Festival, artist SATR painted a breathtaking mural that celebrates nature’s raw beauty and energy. Inspired by the crashing waves and striking volcanoes of Réunion Island, this artwork captures the island’s pristine landscape and spirit. The dynamic, smoke-like contours of the mural create a mesmerizing sense of motion, as if the…

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The Best Pop Songs of 2024

The year’s breakthrough music moments included a Taylor Swift comeback, an unexpected Internet-rap collab, and an absurdist sample of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”

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The Best TV Shows of 2024

In an otherwise bleak year for television, a few truly great entries shone all the more brightly.

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Dubai Fine Arts: The Unsung Heroes of the Middle East’s Fine Art Scene

When we think of the art world, our minds often leap to the artists, galleries, and exhibitions that bring creativity to life. But behind every masterpiece hanging in a gallery or traveling the globe for a show, there’s a meticulous process ensuring its safety and presentation. Enter Dubai Fine Arts, the leading art handling company…

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Coverage: “Life in the Fast Lane” Tyrrell Winston Solo Exhibition at Volery Gallery, Dubai, UAE

Volery Gallery is currently presenting Life in the Fast Lane, the first solo exhibition in Dubai and the Middle East by celebrated American artist Tyrrell Winston. Opened on November 16, 2024, the exhibition showcases 10 new punishment paintings alongside two of Winston’s signature basketball installations, offering a striking commentary on the intersections of sports culture,…

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“Life in the Fast Lane” Solo Exhibition by Tyrrell Winston at Volery Gallery in Dubai, UAE

Street art meets sports culture in Tyrrell Winston’s highly anticipated solo exhibition, Life in the Fast Lane, set to open on November 16, 2024, at Volery Gallery in Dubai. Known for his distinctive style that transforms discarded objects—such as deflated basketballs and vintage sports memorabilia—into powerful artworks, Winston’s pieces invite viewers to reconsider the beauty…

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“Tales” by Aleksi Ivanov in Bucharest, Romania

Bulgarian artist Aleksi Ivanov recently brought the streets of Bucharest to life with his mural Tales, as part of the BSBSA (Belgrade Sofia Bucharest Street Art) project. Known for his multidisciplinary approach and public art interventions, Ivanov’s week-long visit was filled with creative workshops, an artist talk, and the development of this expansive mural that…

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“ORB” by SpY in Montreal, Canada, After Its Debut in Egypt

SpY’s stunning “ORB” sculpture, which first captivated audiences at the Pyramids of Giza, has found a new home in Montreal’s Place des Arts. This work, blending formal simplicity with deep symbolism, explores the relationship between art, history, and urban space. The transition from the ancient Egyptian site to a modern cultural hub emphasizes its universal…

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Snik – Still Life – Manchester UK

SNIK have made a strong return to Manchester’s Northern Quarter, unveiling a new 20-meter mural that promises to become yet another iconic landmark in the city. The artists, whose work last appeared in Manchester in 2018, have made a big move with their latest work, entitled Still Life. The mural aims to create a little…

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“Don Quixote” Exhibition by Ai Weiwei in León, Spain

An extensive exhibition titled Ai Weiwei. Don Quixote will open at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Castilla y León (MUSAC) in León, Spain, on November 9. This ambitious project showcases a variety of works, including large-scale installations, pieces created with toy bricks, and films. Spanning around 1,700 square meters—more than half of the museum’s…

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“Animated Perception” Robert Proch Exhibition in Poland

Together with Sainer and the Robert Proch Foundation, a retrospective exhibition, Animowana Percepcja (Animated Perception), has just opened in Robert Proch’s hometown of Bydgoszcz, Poland. Running until October 30, 2024, this heartfelt tribute to one of the most influential Polish artists of his generation showcases the breadth of his creative genius. Curated by Karolina Pikosz…

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“La Rivière Golden” by Hopare in Paris, France

In the heart of Argenteuil, street artist Hopare has brought a community-driven mural to life, celebrating the 150th anniversary of Impressionism. With the support of Urban Signature, Hopare’s vibrant mural honors the rich artistic legacy of the region while incorporating the personal stories of the Val Sud neighborhood’s residents. Titled La Rivière Golden, this mural…

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