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Profiles, interviews, new works, residencies, collaborations, and careers of contemporary artists.
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Alain Churlaud: Material Memory and the Texture of Landscape
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French painter Alain Churlaud, rooted in a family tradition of artistic expression, creates textured abstract works that preserve the memory of landscape through raw pigments,…
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Tetiana Surshko: From Kyiv to Lisbon, a Palette of Resilience
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Tetiana Surshko, a Ukrainian artist now based in Portugal, creates vibrant oil paintings using a palette knife, a technique she believes demands honesty and decisive gestures. Her…
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Taqwa Ali Discusses Material Impossibilities at Museum de Pont
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Artist Taqwa Ali, known for her large wooden frames where hibiscus flows and leaves stains and traces, recently engaged in a conversation with Maurits de Bruijn during The Day Of…
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Ethar Hamid: Drawing Hope Into Everyday Life
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Ethar Hamid, a Sudanese-American artist born in Khartoum and raised in the United States, uses drawing to explore themes of hope, healing, and connection. Her work, which she…
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Veli Silver's Explosive Performances Critique the Myth of the Artistic Genius
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Veli Silver, a Slovenian artist recognized for his action paintings, performances, and graffiti, challenges the glorified narrative surrounding artists, particularly in Abstract…
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Christopher Notlan's iMac-Filmed 'The Oddersy' Parodies Nolan's Epic
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London-based filmmaker Will Norman, under the alias Christopher Notlan, has created 'The Oddersy', a micro-budget parody of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'. The film, shot…
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Innes Clark: From Bakery Shifts to Restaurant Branding
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Illustrator Innes Clark transitioned from burnout after studying at Edinburgh College of Art to a career in graphic design, starting with a bakery job. She now designs menus and…
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Danna Gutiérrez's 'El mundo' Ceramics Reflect on Earthquake and Humanity
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Danna Gutiérrez, an artist from Bogota who goes by Gallina Clueka, specializes in hand-pinched ceramics that transform her illustrations into functional items. Her newest series,…
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Satya Forte: Measuring Time and Tension in Italian Art
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Satya Forte (b. 2000, Atri) is featured in the new ArtsLife column 'Temperatura di una generazione' (Temperature of a Generation), curated by Chiara Lorenzetti for Spazio Taverna.…
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Cellini's Perseus with the Head of Medusa: A Masterpiece Overlooked
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Benvenuto Cellini's bronze sculpture 'Perseus with the Head of Medusa' (1545–1554), located in Florence's Piazza della Signoria, is often overlooked despite being a masterpiece of…
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Michelangelo's Bacchus: A Masterpiece of Drunkenness at the Bargello
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Michelangelo's Bacchus, a life-size marble sculpture created around 1496-1497, is now on display at the Bargello National Museum in Florence. The work was commissioned by Cardinal…
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Bernini's Ecstasy of Saint Teresa: Divine Bliss or Carnal Pleasure?
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Between 1647 and 1652, Gian Lorenzo Bernini crafted his renowned marble sculpture, the Ecstasy of Saint Teresa, for the Cornaro Chapel located in Rome's Santa Maria della…
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Martha Jungwirth: A Retrospective of Intuitive Abstraction
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Martha Jungwirth, born in Vienna in 1940, is an Austrian artist whose career spans five decades, merging abstraction with figuration. After studying at the Academy of Applied Arts…
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Squarespace Designer Lionel Taurus on Creative Tools, THR3EZY, and the Future of Interaction
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In a recent interview with Communication Arts, Lionel Taurus, a senior staff product designer at Squarespace, shares insights into his design philosophy and career journey. As a…
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James Cook's Typewriter Art: From London Hobby to Global Recognition
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James Cook, an artist from London, has transformed a school project from his childhood into a thriving career as a typewriter artist. He meticulously captures famous sites like…
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Shaun Leane Launches Commission-Only Atelier 12, Creating 12 Pieces a Year
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Jewellery designer Shaun Leane has launched a new commission-only atelier named 12, which will produce only twelve pieces annually. This marks a deliberate shift from his previous…
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Mandy Barker's Ocean Plastic Photography
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British photographer Mandy Barker, born in 1964 in Hull, East Yorkshire, has gained international recognition for her abstract still lifes composed of marine plastic debris. She…
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Mook Phoungbut's Design Direction: Research, Empathy, and Graphic Instincts
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Mook Phoungbut, a New York-based VP Design Director, demonstrates a practice that integrates research, empathy, and strong graphic instincts. Her portfolio spans branding,…
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Top 5 New Zealand Artists: From McCahon to Hodgkins
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New Zealand boasts a rich yet often overlooked artistic community shaped by five key individuals. Colin McCahon (1919-1987) aimed to define a New Zealand identity through his…
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Sophia Süßmilch's Cannibal Woman Premieres at HAU During Berlin Art Week
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On September 12th, during Berlin Art Week, Sophia Süßmilch will unveil her debut theatre piece, Something Terrible Will Happen: The Cannibal Woman, at Hebbel Am Ufer (HAU). This…
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Les Nèg' Marrons Return with 'Neg Marron' Album, Paris Concert
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French hip-hop duo Les Nèg' Marrons, comprising Jacky and Ben-j, have released their latest album titled 'Neg Marron', marking their first project in a decade since 'Valeur sûre'…
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Rebekka Steiger and Daniel Schwartz: When Photography Meets Painting
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In a recent article, Swiss painter Rebekka Steiger collaborates with photographer Daniel Schwartz to examine the vibrant relationship between their art forms. Their creative…
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Sandra Hüller: From GDR Childhood to Cannes Laureate
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Sandra Hüller, the German actress celebrated for her roles in 'Anatomy of a Fall' and 'The Zone of Interest', reflects on her career in an interview for AnOther Magazine's…
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Matahara Talks New Single 'Caroline', Karaoke, and Comfort Food
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Melbourne/Naarm-based indie musician Matahara, born and raised in Jakarta, discusses her upcoming single 'Caroline', her first new music in nearly two years. In an interview with…
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David Bayo's 18-Million-Dot Masterpiece 'Ursus' Showcases Stippling Art
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French self-taught artist David Bayo, based in Strasbourg, has gained recognition for his intricate ink drawings created entirely with a 0.1 technical pen using stippling—a…
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Sofia Testino Unveils Uniforms for Imaginary Workforce in New Collection
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Sofia Testino, the niece of famous photographer Mario Testino and daughter of Giovanni Testino from Art Partner, has launched a new clothing line called 'Sofia Testino Uniforms,'…
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Maisie Williams on Fame, Trauma, and Finding Joy After Game of Thrones
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Maisie Williams, best known for her role as Arya Stark in Game of Thrones, opens up about her difficult childhood, the challenges of early fame, and her recent turn toward…
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Calvin Schnure: Wildlife Photography in Natural Habitats
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Calvin Schnure, who is now retired from his role as an economist, has turned his love for birdwatching into a career in wildlife photography. His photography, which includes…
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Nate Amos Returns as This Is Lorelei with New Album 'The Singer in My Band'
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Nate Amos, a member of the art-pop duo Water from Your Eyes, is set to unveil his second album under the name This Is Lorelei, titled 'The Singer in My Band,' this month. Spanning…
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UK Transplant Recreates NYC Street Signage as Analog Art
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A UK-born creative living in Harlem, New York City, has translated the city's ubiquitous street art and grime into a series of hand-painted street signs. The project, documented…
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Kandinsky's Spiritual Path to Abstraction Explored
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Wassily Kandinsky, an innovator in abstract art, formulated his concepts at the crossroads of science and spirituality, drawing inspiration from Theosophy, religious scriptures,…
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Joset Medina's San Francisco Apartment Becomes an Ever-Evolving Canvas
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In San Francisco, artist Joset Medina has transformed his entire apartment into a living artwork, part of an ongoing project he calls the 'Unrestrained Garden.' The project blurs…
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Illustrator Thomke Meyer on Motion, Music, and Her Upcoming Graphic Novel
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In a recent interview, illustrator Thomke Meyer, celebrated for her vibrant editorial covers for publications like Die Zeit, Elle, and Der Spiegel, shared insights into her…
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Zhang Yeeun: Sculptural Flowers as Fashion and Architecture
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Seoul-based floral visual director and botanical sculptor Zhang Yeeun transforms botanical elements into monumental sculptures, couture-like garments, accessories, and…
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Bonobo on New Album 'Distance in Static' and Leaving the Hamster Wheel
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In an interview with Kulturnews, Simon Green, known as Bonobo, discusses his new album 'Distance in Static' and his evolving approach to music after 25 years. Green reflects on…
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Igor Bastidas on Illustrating The Guardian's 'You Be The Judge' Column
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Venezuelan illustrator Igor Bastidas, based in Brooklyn, has been creating weekly illustrations for The Guardian's 'You Be The Judge' column for three years, marking 156…
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Gabriel Abascal's Digital Collages Evoke Childhood Pop Culture and Internet Ephemera
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Gabriel Abascal, a Brooklyn-based artist originally from Venezuela, specializes in graphic design and digital artwork that fuses elements of pop music, vintage Sanrio toys, Bratz…
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Atelier Visit: Rubén Dario Kleimeer's Photographic Exploration of Urban Edges
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Photographer Rubén Dario Kleimeer, originally from Colombia and born in 1978, operates from studio 14C located in the Playtime complex, close to the Kunsthal in Rotterdam. He…
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Eric Fischl: Neo-Expressionism and the American Psyche
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Born in 1948 in New York, Eric Fischl is a prominent figure in neo-expressionism, recognized for his thought-provoking artwork that delves into the complexities of suburban…
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Federico Solmi's 'The Bathhouse': A Monumental Video Installation Critiquing Power and Celebrity
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In the 'Un’opera a settimana' series by ArtsLife, Federico Solmi showcases 'The Bathhouse,' a video installation that critiques the intersection of power and celebrity. This…
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