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18 Sex Toys That Are So Mindblowing You'll Forget You're Lonely
If you see me on ‘do not disturb’ — mind your own business.View Entire Post ›
It's time to settle the debate once and for all: what's the best caffeinated beverage of all time?
Team iced chai latte all day.View Entire Post ›
I'm Genuinely Afraid I'm Going To H-E-Double Hockey Sticks After Laughing At These 38 Images
Glow-in-the-dark condoms are all fun and games until your wife walks into the room and shrieks, “AH! A tiny ghost!”View Entire Post ›
These 50 Toys Will Make Your Kids Smile Without Emptying Your Wallet
Might just a buy a few for myself, TBH.View Entire Post ›
37 T-Shirts That Are So Funny, I Just Ordered Them All In Men's XL (And Now I'm Poor)
Why wear a regular shirt when you can wear an absolutely hilarious one?View Entire Post ›
People Are Sharing Iconic Things From Their Home Country That The Rest Of The World Just Can't Quite Figure Out
“I’ve been to America-themed parties in several countries, and the one thing they always had was this. It’s really funny to me that the rest of the world seems to have noticed this one detail.”View Entire Post ›
I'm An Art Nerd, But I Totally Missed The Easter Egg In These Celebrity Caricatures
Al Hirschfeld is so impressive.View Entire Post ›
What Are Your Favorite Easy-To-Make Desserts?
Calling all dessert enthusiasts!View Entire Post ›
Amy Adams's Daughter Aviana Made Her Red Carpet Debut This Weekend
Joining her mom on the festival circuit.View Entire Post ›
Plan A Goth Wedding And I'll Give You A Haunted Honeymoon Destination
‘Til death do us part. 🖤💍💀View Entire Post ›
We Asked Barry Keoghan What His Song Of The Summer Was, And OMG, His Response Was The Actual Sweetest Thing Ever
Let’s just say we definitely asked him the right question.View Entire Post ›
Dakota Johnson Says She “Basically” Overdosed On Caffeine Because She Didn't Know Celsius Was An Energy Drink
“I was like, ‘I’m so inspired. I’m awake all night long.'”View Entire Post ›
Climate Protestors Force Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum to Close
This post was originally published on artnews.com Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum was blockaded by climate protestors from the Extinction Rebellion (XR) group on Saturday, forcing the museum to shut “until further notice.” XR activists, wearing yellow boilersuits and facemasks, set off yellow smoke bombs outside the museum. Several protestors chained themselves to a fence by the entrance… Continue reading Climate Protestors Force Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum to Close
19 Dumb, Misleading, Or Inappropriate Designs That Businesses Clearly Did Not Think Through At All
These designs should’ve just been the first draft.View Entire Post ›
Here Are The Best VMA Looks From The Last 20 Years — I'm Curious Which Ones Are Your Favorites
Missing the 2012 red carpet fashion a lot.View Entire Post ›
“I Thought That Was Brilliant”: Elton John Talked About His Relationship With Donald Trump
Whatever you say, man.View Entire Post ›
Slovakian Culture Workers Launch Strike Against Government’s ‘Ideologically Motivated Censorship’
This post was originally published on artnews.com Slovakia’s government felt the heat on Thursday as cultural workers from hundreds of theaters, galleries, and other institutions across the country threatened to strike. The movement, known as Culture Strike, is coordinated by Open Culture! Platform, an independent civic group that was formed in January to “protect culture in… Continue reading Slovakian Culture Workers Launch Strike Against Government’s ‘Ideologically Motivated Censorship’
Here's What 27 Famous Long-Term Celebrity Couples Looked Like When They First Started Dating Vs. Now
Let’s pour one out for another SMG/FPJ anniversary.View Entire Post ›
People Are Sharing The Most Disturbing Message That Was Ever Left On Their Voicemail, And You'll Shriek In Disbelief
“‘This is your last night, b—.’ This was the last of many messages my stalker left that day.”View Entire Post ›
Rebecca Horn, Legendary Artist Whose Sculptures Aspired Toward Alchemy, Dies at 80
This post was originally published on artnews.com Rebecca Horn, a venturesome artist whose work explored states of transformation and viewed the body as a portal to other dimensions, died on Saturday at 80. Her New York gallery, Sean Kelly, announced her death, but did not state a cause. Horn’s mysterious, beguiling work is considered essential… Continue reading Rebecca Horn, Legendary Artist Whose Sculptures Aspired Toward Alchemy, Dies at 80
These 22 TV Show Endings Were So Good, They Left Us Speechless
Too. Many. Emotions. To. Process.View Entire Post ›
Older Adults Are Revealing The “Weird” Beauty Trends And Routines From The Past That Would Be So Confusing Today
“As a child of the ’70s, sunscreen was unheard of. We used baby oil, cocoa butter, and tanning oil (some of those were SPF 4). We’d lay in the sun for hours. It’s a miracle we didn’t burst into flames.”View Entire Post ›
To Anyone Who Thinks Their General Knowledge Is Top Tier, Let's Find Out With This Quiz
Make sure you’re paying attention.View Entire Post ›
“I Would Rather Have Walked Around Naked”: 19 Onscreen Looks Actors Hated With A Burning Passion Or Regretted Wearing
Carrie Fisher once called the “iron bikini” Princess Leia wore in Return of the Jedi “what supermodels will eventually wear in the seventh ring of hell.”View Entire Post ›
Okay, I'm 100% Convinced That These Are The Absolute Dumbest Things That Have Ever Been Posted On Twitter
Heaven help us.View Entire Post ›
These 14 Men Are Making Gyms Unbearable, And We Wish Someone Would Revoke Their Memberships
Frankly shocking behavior.View Entire Post ›
“My Father Gave Me A Small Loan Of A Million Dollars” – 16 Signs That Someone Very Much Grew Up With Money
“Going for holidays in places where daddy could land his plane.”View Entire Post ›
A Picture-Book Guide to Maine
Children’s stories set on the coast suggest a wilder way of life.
Eric Idle’s Life of Python
The “Spamalot” creator revisits his collaboration with Mike Nichols and his years in Britain’s most famous comedy troupe.
Helen, Help Me: How Can I Tell a Buzzy Restaurant from a Great One?
Our food critic answers readers’ questions on where and how to dine out.
I Hired A Sex Worker To Save My Marriage. Here's How It Changed Our Lives.
“I had issues with desire, arousal, and orgasm. Penetration was just as painful now as my first attempts at 17. This plethora of problems had ruined every relationship I’d ever had. But at 46, miraculously, I married someone wonderful.”View Entire Post ›
People In Their 20s Are Sharing The Hardest Pills To Swallow About Becoming An “Adult”
“This one took me a long time and a lot of heartache to learn…”View Entire Post ›
Family Members Are Sharing The Unwritten Rules In Their Household That Would Seem Bizarre To Outsiders
“If you are wearing a long sleeve shirt, you are exempt from doing the dishes.”View Entire Post ›
17 Bathrooms That Are So Badly Designed, It's Almost Sadistic
Whoever designed these bathrooms really did a “crappy” job ha ha ha.View Entire Post ›
You Need A Slightly Above Average Memory To Recall The Missing Characters From These Popular TV Shows
I bet you won’t get some of these older shows!View Entire Post ›
Ben Whishaw Got Real About Coming Out In His 20s After Not Being Openly Gay In The 2000s
“it was one secret I didn’t need to keep.”View Entire Post ›
18 Times People Reacted To Unwanted NSFW Pictures With The Pettiest Responses
“Back when I was single and would get these pictures, I would critique them…….fully. They didn’t like that, but I sure enjoyed it. 🤣🤣🤣”View Entire Post ›
Barry Keoghan Finally Addresses The Question On Everyone's Mind About How To Pronounce His Name
“I mean, even Irish people get it wrong.”View Entire Post ›
Here's 36 Photos Of Celebs When They Were Younger That You've Probably Never Seen — Can You Identify Them All?
You probably know more than you think!View Entire Post ›
I Love Spooky Sh*t, So I Did Every Haunted House At Universal Studios, And Here's My Hot Takes
Daaamn, The Weeknd, I was not familiar with your game.View Entire Post ›
“It's Heartbreaking And Beautiful At The Same Time” – People Are Sharing Their Absolute Single Favourite Film Scenes Of All Time
“I still remember how my jaw unhinged itself when I saw it in the cinema.”View Entire Post ›
역사 깊은 장소부터 힙스터의 성지까지, 서울의 예술 명소 4곳
미국 작가 데릭 애덤스가 화장품 기업 아모레퍼시픽의 본사 건물에서 한국 첫 개인전을 선보인다
From historic palaces to a hipster haven: four of Seoul’s art hot spots
Frieze Seoul week is the perfect time to explore the city’s gallery and museum districts, with late night openings and special events. Here are the places to visit
I Bet You Can't Tell The “Harry Potter” Film From Just One Random Scene
Let’s see if you have the mind of a remembrall.View Entire Post ›
The Messiness of Black Identity
Can language unify the people?
The Beautiful Mystery of Rooting for Aaron Rodgers
Fandom is an exercise in imagination. What happens when you know too much?
How “King, Murray” Seizes the Day
This 1969 documentary about a hard-driving Long Island insurance salesman confronts the sexist mores of the times and the ethical premises of the genre.
Meticulous handiwork wins the day at New York's Art on Paper fair
The fair champions art made on and with paper, in every form and style
Professor Pledges to Remove Name from Brauer Museum if Valparaiso University Moves Forward with Deaccession
This post was originally published on artnews.com Richard Brauer, a nonagenarian art history professor who has opposed a controversial plan by Valparaiso University in Indiana to sell three key paintings from its collection, said he will request his name be stripped from its museum building, which currently honors him. Brauer’s statement, which was distributed to… Continue reading Professor Pledges to Remove Name from Brauer Museum if Valparaiso University Moves Forward with Deaccession
6 Shows to See in Seoul During Frieze
This post was originally published on artnews.com As the third edition of Frieze Seoul heads into its final day today, many international visitors are likely already on their way home. Some may have already left to head to the Gwangju Biennale, which is now in its 15th iteration and is curated this year by Nicolas… Continue reading 6 Shows to See in Seoul During Frieze
Independent 20th Century was built to counteract the hype cycle. The trade's downturn is its biggest test
The fair’s third edition leans into the middle market and museum interest to expand the canon—and commercial fortunes—of Modernism
The Best Booths at Independent 20th Century, From Elegant Modernism to Native American Punk
This post was originally published on artnews.com Independent’s 20th Century fair, devoted specifically to art from its titular period, stands apart as a singular species in New York. Housed in the Battery Maritime Building at the southernmost tip of Manhattan, the fair is aesthetically transportive, like walking onto the Queen Elizabeth II or attending a party… Continue reading The Best Booths at Independent 20th Century, From Elegant Modernism to Native American Punk
Be Proactive: Pick Your Perfect Fall Activities And I'll Reveal Your Dream Winter Getaway
You gotta love those winter travel deals!View Entire Post ›
At The Depths Of Their Soul, Everyone Radiates A Unique Color — Care To Find Out Yours?
Idk why people simply want to be purple when they can be ✨aubergine✨!View Entire Post ›
Eat In Stars Hallow For The Day To Determine Your “Gilmore Girls” Foodie Type
Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite at Luke’s Diner or indulging in one of Sookie’s gourmet creations, your food choices say a lot about you!View Entire Post ›
Despite art market ‘doomsayers’, Armory Show dealers see signs of 'a good turnaround' in opening sales
Works at price points up to the high six figures found buyers during the VIP preview of the fair’s first edition fully under the Frieze corporate umbrella
What Fall Dessert Are You?
I could eat caramel apples all year round, honestly.View Entire Post ›
How to Address Two Environmental Crises at Once
Solar fields turn out to be ideal for pollinators, too.
An Artist-Made Billboard in Times Square Has a Hidden Message: Save Gaza
This post was originally published on artnews.com In August, LG Art Lab approached artist Patrick Amadon with a seemingly simple request: Contribute the inaugural artwork for the public launch of its blockchain-backed online art market. A sweet deal for exposure; the work would screen on 14 million smart screens and one monumental billboard in Times… Continue reading An Artist-Made Billboard in Times Square Has a Hidden Message: Save Gaza
Armory Show VIP Day Kicks Off the Fall Season with Sales of Works by Walton Ford, Lynne Drexler, and More
This post was originally published on artnews.com The 30th anniversary edition of the Armory Show marked the beginning of the fall season in New York, and that means that school is officially back in session, as dealers and collectors are fond of saying. Since the Frieze’s acquisition of the Armory Show and Expo Chicago, there has been… Continue reading Armory Show VIP Day Kicks Off the Fall Season with Sales of Works by Walton Ford, Lynne Drexler, and More
Derek Boshier, British Pop Artist Who Made Work for David Bowie and The Clash, Dies at 87
This post was originally published on artnews.com Derek Boshier, a British Pop artist who went on to produce work for a range of musicians, from David Bowie to The Clash, has died at 87. A representative for the artist confirmed his death on Thursday to the PA newswire. A cause of death was not provided.… Continue reading Derek Boshier, British Pop Artist Who Made Work for David Bowie and The Clash, Dies at 87
Rebranded London Museum Receives $65 M. Cash Injection as Construction Costs Swell by $130 M.
This post was originally published on artnews.com The new London Museum has been handed an extra $65 million to help get its construction to the finish line. The institution has now eclipsed its original budget of $445 million from 2019, with the projected final bill standing at $575 million. The mayor of London, Sadiq Kahn,… Continue reading Rebranded London Museum Receives $65 M. Cash Injection as Construction Costs Swell by $130 M.
Truck-based exhibition on bodily autonomy kicks off US tour in New York
The project “Body Freedom for Every(body)” will spend the next three months touring the country in a truck emblazoned with Barbara Kruger’s famous message: “Your Body is a Battleground”
Stairway to Rococo heaven reopens as Jacquemart-André restoration completes
Masterpieces from Rome’s Galleria Borghese will be on show alongside the built-in Tiepolo frescos of the Jacquemart-André museum, a Belle Epoque mansion originally built for a wealthy banker and his portrait-painting wife
Ready for the art-world reckoning?
The Readying the Museum group has created a blueprint to help institutions address inequity within their own walls—and to make the public, rather than trustees, their key priority
The art market slump, the artist freed in the US-Russia prisoner swap, Max Ernst in Paris — podcast
What’s behind the troubles facing auction houses and galleries? Plus, Sasha Skochilenko recounts her experience of being arrested—and incarcerated—in Russia, and the story behind a 1937 Surrealist painting by Ernst
Constantine Arch and Colosseum hit by 'incredible water bomb'
Lightning strike breaks fragments off ancient military monument in Rome
‘Dalí wanted his mouth to be very realistic’: fabled lip sofa prototype at heart of new Surrealist show in Paris
An exhibition of furniture at Galerie Poggi highlights the achievements of the mid-century Spanish design company BD Barcelona Design
Honestly, Anything Above 7 On This Disney Quiz Mean You Have Top Tier Knowledge
Let’s see if you can make the grade.View Entire Post ›
18-year-old artist Veronika Kozhushko killed in Russian airstrike on Kharkiv
The prominent Ukrainian poet Serhiy Zhadan described her as “very young, sincere and gifted,” adding: “There is no explanation for this. And there is no forgiveness either”
Basil Twist’s “Dogugaeshi,” and More Exhilarating Theatre from Abroad
Also: The intuitive rap of Mavi, New York City Ballet’s new season, Jackson Arn’s top Prospect Heights spots, and more.
The Ghoulishly Retro Pleasures of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”
The director Tim Burton and the actor Michael Keaton resurrect a classic collaboration with supernatural-screwball verve.
Pressure mounts in Slovakia as cultural workers announce nationwide strike alert
The “Cultural Strike” follows the dismissal of the directors of the Slovak National Gallery and the Slovak National Theatre in early August
Bucolic Van Gogh riverscape with royal connections set to become the artist’s most expensive Paris work
“Moored Boats”, the “gem in the crown of the Bourbon collection”, will be auctioned in Hong Kong
A Hamptons art gala raises money for Ukrainian children, with an assist from actor Liev Schreiber
As the summer season in the tony Long Island enclave wound down, the humanitarian organisation BlueCheck and Manhattan’s Mriya gallery teamed up for a benefit auction
Monkey Business in “Chimp Crazy”
People who claim to love chimpanzees the most are examined in the new HBO docuseries.
MFA Boston returns necklace that was likely looted from a tomb to Turkey
Investigations by both the museum’s internal team and experts from Turkey’s Ministry of Culture suggested the gold and carnelian artefact was exported illegally
Everyone's Like A Song From Sabrina Carpenter's “Short N' Sweet” – Plan A Chill Day To Reveal Your Match
*crosses fingers for “Good Graces”*View Entire Post ›
Choose Some Bangers From The '90s And I'll Give You The *Perfect* Fall-Mood Show To Watch
The WB was the place to BE come fall time.View Entire Post ›
Myths and monsters abound at the New York's Spring Break fair
As ever, the emerging artist showcase delivers on all things weird, wild and wonderful
Panels of Protest
A graphic novel brings French student activism of the sixties to the fore.
Narcissister’s new show expands on her subversive brand of magic
The artist’s project at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn is her first large-scale performance commission since 2012
Collectible fair offers handcrafted design and artists’ functional objects in New York debut
The Belgian fair’s first stateside edition offers objects for every aesthetic sensibility and budget
“Burning Down” by Pener in Olsztyn, Poland
In the vibrant streets of Olsztyn, Poland, the mural “Burning Down” by Bartek Świątecki, aka Pener, stands as a striking fusion of abstract geometry and energetic movement. This large-scale artwork uses vivid shades of yellow, orange, and red to evoke a dynamic, almost explosive atmosphere, suggesting the idea of a cityscape consumed by flames. The…
Venice Biennale’s influence shapes Independent 20th Century
The fair’s third edition features a strong contingent of under-recognised artists from Latin America and beyond
Volta New York champions Ukrainian artists
The satellite fair’s new director visited Kyiv in the spring to forge partnerships with artists and dealers there
Writers for The New York Times, Washington Post and others win $50,000 Rabkin Prizes
The latest cohort honoured by the Rabkin Foundation includes curators, artists, freelance writers, bloggers and salaried writers at major publications
Muted expectations meet moderate sales at third edition of Frieze Seoul
The fair feels effects of economic slump, but benefits from two local biennials and new city-wide initiatives
퐁피두센터 서울, 이스라엘 군수업체와의 관계로 비판에 직면
Hanwha, the main partner of the forthcoming museum, has come under fire for its links to Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems
Anya Gallaccio: the artist casting trees in bronze, planting an orchard, and letting her art rot
Dissolution, uncertainty and paradox are the stock in trade of the British artist, whose latest works include trees as a metaphor for those living with HIV/Aids and casting chalk caves with a 3D printer
Edra Soto: ‘This kind of architecture lives in the background’
The Puerto Rico-born, Chicago-based artist’s new Public Art Fund project brings the domestic architecture of her childhood home to Central Park
Animal rights protestors stage die-in at London’s Courtauld Gallery
Members of the activist group Peta occupied the institution‘s LVMH Great Room
Tate shows works donated by Greek tycoon Dimitris Daskalopoulos
Philanthropic gift of over 110 works integrated into displays at Tate Modern, Britain and St Ives
New London Museum gets £50m cash boost in face of rising costs
The original budget for the museum has so far been surpassed by £100m
From pirate utopias to ‘auntie power’: Busan Biennale celebrates alternative narratives
This year’s event marks beginning of a coordinated, cohesive art season for Korea that continues with Frieze Seoul, Kiaf and the Gwangju Biennale
“Happy New Year,” by Hiromi Kawakami
A long time ago, lots and lots of people lived on this island. Now there are only a few of us.
How Drake Lost the Plot
Like many celebrities nowadays, the rapper has tried to stage a comeback by flooding the Internet with content.
퀴어 예술, 우익의 반대를 극복하고 한국에서 꽃피우다
최근 한국 대법원 판결, LGBTQ+에 대한 한국사회의 인식 변화 보여줘
How queer art is blossoming in Korea
A recent ruling by South Korea’s supreme court has shown an increased acceptance for LGBTQ+ communities in the country. Although challenges remain, queer artists are enjoying increased visibility
Choppy waters ahead for the art market
Sotheby’s reported plunge in earnings is part of a bigger picture
‘At Tate Modern, I want us to take real risks’: director outlines her plans to borrow rather than buy Indigenous art
Karin Hindsbo, director of the London gallery for the past year, wants it to be a ground-breaking institution. She discusses plans to raise annual visitor numbers to six million and for a free festival to mark next year’s 25th birthday
The Armory Show’s first edition fully under Frieze rings the changes
After three decades, New York’s biggest art fair is shaking things up, with a new parent company, a new director and a more global lineup
The Arrest of Telegram’s Founder Illuminates Global Anxieties About Social Platforms
Pavel Durov may have been detained for the company’s alleged illegal conduct, but his predicament is also a signal of government concern about digital networks’ outsized power.
The Temporary License of Literary Bratdom
New works by the Zoomer and young millennial writers Gabriel Smith, Frankie Barnet, and Honor Levy share gonzo premises, bizarre imagery, exuberantly “unlikable” characters, and an eye-rolling contempt for the status quo.
From ‘Soho scammer’ to television dancer: Anna Sorokin will compete on Dancing with the Stars
The purported German heiress’s grand plans to open a Manhattan art club unravelled in 2018 and were the subject of the Netflix series “Inventing Anna”
Marcel Breuer’s summer house added to US National Register of Historic Places
What is happening with Breuer’s Cape Cod home?
The Metafictional Ingenuity of “My First Film”
Zia Anger dramatizes her artistic coming of age by reconsidering her 2019 performance piece, her earlier directorial efforts, and her life story.
The Best Books We’ve Read in 2024 So Far
Our editors and critics review notable new fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.
In pictures: the Focus Asia section at Frieze Seoul 2024
Introducing ten new artists reshaping reality
UK public proud of the arts above all else—even sport—study says
The British Social Attitudes Survey shows pride in arts and literature falling only 1% over the past decade, a much smaller drop than in other categories
My Seoul: a local's guide to the art scene in the city
The collector and curator Su Park reveals what to see in the Korean capital—and where to wind down—during a hectic week
After controversy, Tefaf appoints fifth managing director in four years
Dominique Savelkoul recently served as director of the Mu.Zee museum in Oostende, Belgium
Let them eat cake: V&A to stage first UK show on Marie Antoinette
Other blockbuster exhibitions at the museum next year will focus on luxury brand Cartier, ancient Egypt and the pioneering work done by disabled people in the world of design
Covering the Election in Spanish for a Latino Audience
Spain’s El País ventures into the world’s fifth-largest Spanish-speaking country: the United States.
Out of the Sky
In remote Kazakhstan, the photographer Andrew McConnell captured the places where astronauts return to Earth.
컬렉터의 안목: 강희재
신중히 고민하며 고가의 검은색 풍선을 구입하고, 루이스 부르주아의 작업에서 감각적인 울림을 느낀다는 패션사업가 강희재의 컬렉팅 이야기
Collector’s eye: the art Heejae Kang has bought and why
The fashion entrepreneur took her time to deliberate when buying an expensive black balloon and finds that Louise Bourgeois’s works resonate with her on a sensual level
Centre Pompidou Seoul partner's links to Israeli arms manufacturer draw criticism
Hanwha, which will operate the forthcoming museum, has come under fire for its ties to Elbit Systems
Sasha Skochilenko: I just happened to be the winner of the ‘Hunger Games’
The Russian artist, who was freed in a prison swap, on life under President Putin and spending more than two years in prison for an art intervention opposing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Where the US presidential candidates stand on the arts
Neither major party has a clear policy on art and culture, but the candidates’ past actions offer hints at their priorities
Defying market gloom, Nicoletti gallery in London moves to larger space in Shoreditch
Responding to “crisis” with determination, the gallery has relocated to “avoid stagnation”
“English Teacher” Is an After-School Special with Edge
Brian Jordan Alvarez’s new FX comedy tackles hot-button issues with a satisfying mix of earnestness and irreverence.
Art Gallery of Ontario receives 37 works from late telecoms executive's estate
Philip B. Lind left the Toronto museum a trove of works by Stan Douglas, Jeff Wall, Ai Weiwei, William Kentridge, Laurie Simmons and others
Hirshhorn Museum hires its first curator of Latin American and Latin diasporic art
The Colombian curator José Roca has curated several major international biennials and was previously the adjunct curator of Latin American art at Tate
Deutsche Bank re-hangs massive collection at new London headquarters
German conglomerate also commissions works by four artists for UK base
Uzbekistan to get first major biennial in ancient city of Bukhara
Launching in September 2025, the first edition will feature international artists Antony Gormley and Slavs and Tatars as well as local participants
New York exhibition places brutality of Leon Golub's paintings in dialogue with contemporary artists
Hauser & Wirth show conceived by Rashid Johnson shines light on the “collector friendly” Expressionist
Japanese art museum—home to one of world's only four Rothko rooms—faces closure and collection selloff
The Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum Art, operated by the chemical manufacturer DIC, may have to downsize or close for good
'Solidarity is such a powerful tool': Somerset House Studios show will explore the legacy of protest
Thirteen years on from the London riots, and just weeks after far-right riots swept the UK, Imran Perretta’s new exhibition asks how we might better harness righteous anger
가고시안, 서울에서 첫 전시 개최
미국 작가 데릭 애덤스가 화장품 기업 아모레퍼시픽의 본사 건물에서 한국 첫 개인전을 선보인다
Gagosian stages gallery’s first Seoul exhibition
The American artist Derrick Adams has first show in South Korea at the headquarters of beauty and cosmetic company Amorepacific
Rijksmuseum acquires controversial early botanic book on Suriname
Maria Sibylla Merian was accused of exploiting native knowledge of enslaved people without credit for her 1705 book Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium
Artists and collectors rush to support Kamala Harris campaign
Since Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race, much of the US art world has embraced Harris. Meanwhile, conservative patrons remain split on the Republican candidate, former president Donald Trump
An art-world wish list for the next US president
Leaders in the arts including Megan Beyer and Maxwell L. Anderson, as well as artists like Petah Coyne and Eric Fischl, articulate their hopes for the next administration’s cultural policies
Restaurant Review: A Brooklyn Gas Station with Serious Grub
Inside a BP, Blue Hour offers a greatest-hits album of fast-food favorites made with high-quality ingredients and a considerable amount of care.
The Giddy Delights of “1941”
Steven Spielberg gave free rein to his anarchic inner child in this Second World War comedy—and paid the price.
MJ Lenderman Keeps It Raw
The artist discusses resisting the neutering effects of technology, his breakup with a bandmate, and his new album, “Manning Fireworks.”
How Much Is “Being Cool” Actually Worth in Politics?
The New Yorker staff writer Naomi Fry dissects how Vice-President Harris became a “Kamalanomenon.”
Sabrina Carpenter’s Funny, Feisty “Short n’ Sweet”
The artist sings with wry, petulant specificity, whether she’s addressing a boyfriend, an ex-boyfriend, or that ex-boyfriend’s new girlfriend.
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings’s New Album Steeped in Longing
On “Woodland,” even tracks ostensibly grounded in a feeling of satisfaction evoke that which has slipped away.
Bonnie Slotnick, the Downtown Food-History Savant
In the forty-eight years that she’s lived in the West Village, the owner of the iconic cookbook shop has never ordered delivery.
Restaurant Review: Le Veau d’Or Makes a Thrillingly Old-Fashioned Comeback
The restaurateurs behind Frenchette and Le Rock have face-lifted and spit-shined the city’s oldest surviving French restaurant while remaining obsessed with its history.
The Obamas’ Rousingly Pragmatic Call to Action at the D.N.C.
For better and for worse, the former First Couple are still the best communicators that the Democrats have.
How Gena Rowlands Redefined the Art of Movie Acting
The actress, who died last week, at the age of ninety-four, changed the history of cinema in her collaborations with the actor and director John Cassavetes.
The Kamala Show
How Vice-President Harris’s public persona has evolved, from tough prosecutor to frozen interviewee to joyful candidate.
Cole Escola’s Great Day on Broadway
With their deranged portrayal of Mary Todd Lincoln, the actor and writer emerges from the “gay shadows” in a hysterical farce.
Politics and “The Real” at the Festival d’Avignon
A series of international productions held power to account at a fraught moment.
“Re-vision of a Granada Landscape” by Alberto Montes in Granada, Spain
Alberto Montes, a renowned Spanish urban artist, has unveiled his latest creation titled “Re-vision of a Granada Landscape” at Livensa Living Granada Cartuja. This mural, Montes’ first in Granada, is situated on the rooftop of the student residence. The artwork showcases the unique flora of Granada, featuring plants like borage, Clypeola Eriocarpa, and pomegranates.Through a…
“Spaces & Between” by Misterpiro in Malaga, Spain
Esteemed urban artist Misterpiro has taken center stage at Livensa Living Málaga Feria with his latest creation, “Spaces & Between”. This striking mural isn’t just visually captivating, it embodies the very essence of connection between people and their surroundings. Misterpiro, a recognized name in the international urban art scene, has graced cities like London, Rome,…
“Unseen Untouched Unknown” by Carlito Dalceggio in Ibiza, Spain
Renowned artist Carlito Dalceggio unveils 15m x 4m multimedia mural ‘Unseen Untouched Unknown’ with multifaceted projection mapping artist Oliver Allaux. The warmly colourful mural depicts elements from various creation myths and symbols (First Nations America, Africa, Ancient Greece…), adorning the façade of Club Chinois Ibiza in Marina Botafoch, and so is on public view – for clubbers, locals, tourists alike. Multiple layers…
“Cats: The Jellicle Ball” Lands on Its Feet
The directors Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch cross Andrew Lloyd Webber’s juggernaut musical with queer ballroom culture to electrifying effect.
Review Article: Dubai Fine Arts – Elevating Art Handling in the UAE
Dubai Fine Arts: Revolutionizing Art Handling and Transportation in the UAE In the thriving art scene of the UAE, where galleries and collectors demand the highest standards of care and precision, Dubai Fine Arts has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of art handling and transportation. Despite being relatively new to the UAE, this…
“Tamarugo II” by INTI in Aalborg, Denmark
In the heart of Aalborg’s historic workers’ neighborhood, amidst the capricious dance of sun, rain, and Arctic winds, INTI has unveiled his latest masterpiece over twelve days of intense creation. Titled “TAMARUGO II”, this mural stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Atacama Desert’s native Tamarugo tree, a symbol of life and…
“Layers” by SeaCreative by Cartagena, Spain
A captivating addition to the urban landscape of Cartagena, Spain, emerges in the form of “Layers,” a vibrant mural created by Fabrizio Sarti, known artistically as SeaCreative. This artistic intervention is part of the One Urban World 2024 festival’s mural painting section, hosted by @muchomasmayo and coordinated by @krasertres, with collaboration from the Graffiti and…
Nuart Aberdeen Festival 2024
From June 6th to June 9th, Aberdeen once again played host to the electrifying Nuart Aberdeen festival, transforming the city into a vibrant canvas of contemporary street art. Now in its eighth edition, this internationally acclaimed festival brought together 11 distinguished artists under the theme of ‘Living Heritage,’ igniting creativity and cultural dialogue throughout the…
Sandra Oh and a Cast of Downtown All-Stars Illuminate a Period Thriller
The British playwright Lucy Kirkwood’s “The Welkin” exorcises the jury-room drama.
“High Tide” by David De La Mano in Salamanca, Spain
In the quaint municipality of Juzbado, located 20 km from Salamanca, a new artistic gem has emerged within its urban area. Titled “High Tide,” this mural is now a proud addition to a curated selection of works by esteemed artists such as Ampparito, Taquen, DOA, Pablo S. Herrero, and Marta Lapeña, among others. This remarkable…
“From Chaos” by SHOK-1 in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Street artist SHOK-1 unveils his new work “From Chaos” at the Straat Museum in Amsterdam. This piece depicts a giant version of a classic spray paint drip, from which grows an intricate X-ray flower. The dots of the spray pattern were painstakingly painted, one by one, showcasing SHOK-1’s meticulous attention to detail. “From Chaos” symbolizes…