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Kadir López: From Las Tunas to Fontcalent — Neon, Memory and the Palimpsest of Alicante
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Kadir López, who hails from Las Tunas, Cuba, was born on 6 April 1972 and has studied at multiple art institutions. He currently resides in Fontcalent, Alicante. During a 11…
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Naru Hiko's Oil Paintings Reframe Everyday Japanese Parks and Neighborhoods
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Naru Hiko's oil paintings reimagine typical Japanese landscapes through a lens of simplification. The artist finds inspiration during strolls in both public and residential areas…
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Artist Chang Shana, 95, Loses Memory of Mogao Grottoes She Helped Preserve
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At 95, artist Chang Shana no longer recognizes her own son, but her bond with Dunhuang City remains unbroken despite Alzheimer's disease. She dedicated her life to preserving the…
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Siân Davey: Intimate Portraits of Family and Community
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British photographer Siân Davey, born in 1964 in Brighton, United Kingdom, draws on personal experiences, motherhood, and family relationships as central themes in her…
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Tschabalala Self Unveils 17-Foot 'Lady in Blue' on London's Fourth Plinth
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On September 10, Tschabalala Self's bronze sculpture 'Lady in Blue' was revealed on the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square, London. Standing nearly 17 feet tall, this piece is…
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Marie Détrée: Inside the Life of a French Navy Painter
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Marie Détrée, who hails from Saint-Malo and was born in 1973, has served as an official painter for the French Navy since 2010. After training at Beaux-Arts de Paris, she entered…
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Peder Mørk Mønsted: Danish Realist Painter of Scandinavian Landscapes
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Peder Mørk Mønsted, a renowned Danish painter, is celebrated for his vast collection of realist artworks, particularly those showcasing the landscapes and coastlines of…
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Sofiane Pamart joue à Deauville et prépare un concert au Stade de France en 2027
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Sofiane Pamart, a world-renowned classical pianist, performed in Deauville to kick off the American Film Festival. His latest album, "Movie," merges music with cinematic visuals,…
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Mélanie Faucher's Glass Lace Reinvents Stained Glass in Lyon
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Mélanie Faucher, a stained glass artist born in Landerneau in 1986, studied at the Ateliers des Beaux-Arts de Paris from 2010 to 2013. Her artistic style, shaped by influences…
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Damien Hirst: Record-Breaking Art, Plagiarism Claims, and Rotting Works
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Damien Hirst, recognized as a key figure among the Young British Artists, boasts a net worth of $400 million. His renowned 2007 piece, For the Love of God, features a platinum…
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Margriet van Engelen Explores Perception and Interconnection Through Hen Panta and Ubuntu
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Margriet van Engelen, a visual artist from the Netherlands, emphasizes transformation, perception, and human connections, approaching materiality from a conceptual angle rather…
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Kirk Sutherland: Toronto Synesthete Painter Featured by Artsy Shark
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Kirk Sutherland, a Scottish artist born in Canada and based in Toronto, was highlighted in an Artsy Shark article released on September 10, 2026. A synesthete, he earned his…
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Grace Ann Cummings Explores Forgiveness and Fractured Consciousness in Paintings and 2027 Installation
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Grace Ann Cummings centers her artistic practice on themes of mortality, accountability, and vulnerability, drawing inspiration from the phrase "God is Forgiven," which dates back…
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Omar Rajeh Brings Solo Dance Piece "Danser, c'est pas pour nous" to CWB
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Lebanese choreographer Omar Rajeh presents his solo work "Danser, c'est pas pour nous" at the CWB, a piece blending autobiographical narrative, performance, and contemporary…
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Jonas Sprattland's Custom-Coded Videos for Nike and Balenciaga Blend Videography with DIY Programming
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Jonas Sprattland, an artist based in Berlin, produces video art through videography, specialized digital tools, and self-taught programming, resulting in a unique molten pixel…
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Chen Chen on Oil Painting, AI Imagery and the Defence of Ambiguity
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Chen Chen, a painter based in London, blends oil and digital techniques, utilizing AI-generated visuals while challenging their certainty. In her interview with Artplugged, she…
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Brad Walls' Aerial Ballet Photography Redefines Dance as Geometric Design
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Australian photographer Brad Walls, born in Sydney in 1992, is known for his aerial photography that transforms people, spaces, and movements into essential compositions of…
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Mia Hansson's Hand-Embroidered Bayeux Tapestry Reproduction Nears Completion
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Mia Hansson, an educator, has dedicated a decade to meticulously hand-embroidering a full-scale replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, amassing nearly 9,000 hours of work. Next week, she…
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Hayun Surl: From Onggi Apprentice to Guardian Sculptor
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Korean American ceramicist Hayun Surl discusses her artistic journey, from an architecture and interior design background to an apprenticeship with a Korean onggi master, and her…
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Rosé Unveils iPhone 18 Pro-Filmed Video for New Single 'New Trick'
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Rosé, the Blackpink member and solo artist, has released a new single titled 'New Trick,' accompanied by a music video directed by Dave Meyers and filmed entirely on the iPhone 18…
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Kacey Musgraves' Testicle Disco Ball Sparks Artist's Claim of Prior Creation
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Kacey Musgraves has dazzled audiences on her 36-date Middle of Nowhere Tour, which kicked off in Chicago on August 20, performing atop a massive disco ball shaped like a testicle.…
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Yvonne Jacquette's Aerial New York Paintings Gain Recognition
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Yvonne Jacquette, an artist celebrated for her aerial depictions of New York City, is finally gaining the recognition she deserves. Born in 1926, her unique style emerged after a…
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Five Brazilian Women Painters Redefine Figuration with Urgency
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A new generation of Brazilian women painters is revitalizing figuration with raw depictions of eroticism, violence, and the female body, challenging historical narratives and…
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Samuel D. Hunter's Plays Illuminate Rural-Urban Divide in LA
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Samuel D. Hunter, the playwright celebrated for works like 'The Whale' and 'Little Bear Ridge Road,' currently has two productions in Los Angeles. 'Grangeville' is being showcased…
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9 Artists to Watch This Fall: Reimagining Art History
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In its latest editorial, Artsy showcases nine artists expected to make significant strides in the fall of 2026, a time when prominent museums and galleries globally highlight…
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Shadia Sabagh's Mirror Sculpture Launches on Kickstarter
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Miami-based artist and creative director Shadia Sabagh has launched Mirror, a sculptural object now crowdfunding on Kickstarter through September 22, 2026. The piece, hand-cast in…
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The Wa Paints WWII Bunkers and Stuttgart House with Childlike Drawings
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The artist known as The Wa has transformed abandoned World War II bunkers and other structures along the Atlantic Wall into vibrant, childlike drawings as part of his series 'A…
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Richard Alston, Influential British Choreographer, Dies at 77
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Richard Alston, a prominent figure in the realm of British contemporary dance, passed away at the age of 77. He launched his career in 1967, coinciding with the founding of the…
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Ro Bergmann's Debut Album 'SAUM' Explores the Threshold Between City and Country
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Austrian musician and songwriter Ro Bergmann is set to release his debut album 'SAUM' in September. The album's title, meaning 'hem' or 'edge' in German, reflects Bergmann's…
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Maria Candida Gentile: Author Perfume as Artistic Research
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Maria Candida Gentile, an internationally renowned perfumer, discusses her practice in an interview with Artribune. Born in Sarzana and raised between Liguria and Valle d'Aosta,…
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Jerry Hsu's Eerie Photo of Black Smoke Rising from LA Street Grate
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Photographer Jerry Hsu discusses his striking image of black smoke emerging from a street grate in downtown Los Angeles, captured in 2011 or 2012 shortly after he moved to the…
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Illustrator Spotlight: kokooma (Kyutae Lee)
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Kyutae Lee, known professionally as kokooma, is a Seoul-based illustrator whose practice spans illustration, comics, and animation. His work is observational, focusing on the…
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Hoyeon on Na Hong-jin's 'Hope': Risk, Stunts, and Alien Empathy
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In an interview with AnOther Magazine, actress Hoyeon discusses her role in South Korean director Na Hong-jin's upcoming film 'Hope', a genre-blending sci-fi action movie. Hoyeon,…
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Marika Grimaldi's Puglia Summers: A Photographic Diary of Familiarity
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Marika Grimaldi, an Italian photographer hailing from Puglia and currently based in Milan, has spent years documenting her native region, initially without a specific project. Her…
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Sally Stokes: Finding Wonder Beyond the Visible
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Australian artist Sally Stokes discusses her practice, which is rooted in immersive observation of landscapes, particularly Australia's East MacDonnell Ranges. Her plein air…
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Angelica Kauffman: 7 Facts on the Swiss Prodigy and Royal Academy Founder
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Angelica Kauffman (1741–1807), a Neoclassical painter born in Switzerland, achieved remarkable success in the 18th century. Under the guidance of her father, a local artist, she…
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Juan de Pareja: From Velázquez's Slave to Recognized Painter
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Juan de Pareja, born in southern Spain of African or Morisco descent, served as Diego Velázquez's slave for over two decades. Most knowledge of him comes from Antonio Palomino's…
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Kent Wood Pivots to Motion Design at 30, Launches Kwoo Studio in Manchester
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Kent Wood, founder of Kwoo Studio, has made a significant career pivot from business to motion design, relocating from the US to Manchester, England. Wood, who grew up in the…
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Daria Denisenko's Portraits Reveal Identity Through Domestic Spaces
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Daria Denisenko, a Brooklyn-based artist, recently discussed her artistic journey with Phillip Edward Spradley. Her work, which includes detailed installations, drawings, and…
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Lorenzo Poggiali on His Career Turning Points: From Academic Mentors to Claudio Parmiggiani
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In the latest episode of the 'La svolta' series, which is the fortieth, Italian gallerist Lorenzo Poggiali shares insights from his professional journey. He attributes his passion…
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