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Adam Szymczyk on documenta 14, Politics, and Curatorial Freedom opinion-review
In an interview coinciding with the opening of PLATO in Ostrava, curator Adam Szymczyk reflects on his experience directing documenta 14, the political fallout, and his curatorial…
Christian Caliandro's letter to a young artist: resist and study opinion-review
In a letter published on Artribune, art historian Christian Caliandro addresses a young artist, urging them to reject the notion of an 'art world' or 'art system' that dictates…
Tourism's impact on Italian cities: a critical analysis opinion-review
Stefano Monti argues that Italy's over-reliance on tourism as an economic driver is a strategic mistake. He describes how cities transform their economies to cater to tourists,…
Tommaso Pincio critica Loro 1 di Sorrentino come banale e pornografico opinion-review
In un articolo pubblicato su Artribune, lo scrittore Tommaso Pincio (alias Marco Colapietro) stronca il film Loro 1 di Paolo Sorrentino, paragonandone la banalità estetica a…
Francesco Dal Co: The Elusive Architect and His Ideological Shifts opinion-review
Luigi Prestinenza Puglisi examines the influential Italian architect Francesco Dal Co in Artribune. In 1976, Dal Co co-authored a widely acclaimed history of contemporary…
Jennifer Riley reviews Laura Newman's painting Slice from 2017 opinion-review
Jennifer Riley authored a review of Laura Newman's painting Slice, created in 2017. The artwork measures 30 by 40 inches and utilizes Flashe, ink, and acrylic on linen. Victoria…
Lilly Wei Reflects on Stephen Antonakos's Neon Proscenium at Neuberger Museum opinion-review
Lilly Wei delivered remarks at a New York Studio School panel on March 20, 2018, alongside Phong Bui, Vincent Katz, Daniel Marzona, and Helaine Posner. She discussed Stephen…
Lilly Wei Reviews Stephen Antonakos Exhibition opinion-review
Lilly Wei published a review of Stephen Antonakos's work on May 3, 2018. The article appeared on artcritical.com, a platform powered by WordPress. Antonakos, known for his neon…
Ceramic works by Kahlil Robert Irving and Cheryl Ann Thomas featured in exhibition review opinion-review
An exhibition review published on May 2, 2018, includes an installation photograph showcasing ceramic artworks by Kahlil Robert Irving and Cheryl Ann Thomas. Irving's piece,…
Critical conversation on Huma Bhabha's Met commission and New York exhibitions opinion-review
On Wednesday, May 9, 2018, from 7 to 9 PM, the Brooklyn Public Library and artcritical.com hosted an evening of critical art discussion. Eva Díaz, Phoebe Hoban, and Gregory Volk…
Italian Women in Art Speak Out on #MeToo opinion-review
Ten women from the Italian art world—including directors, artists, curators, and critics—share their perspectives on the #MeToo movement in an article published on Artribune…
Christian Caliandro critica l'irresponsabilità degli artisti contemporanei opinion-review
In un editoriale pubblicato su Artribune, Christian Caliandro, storico dell'arte contemporanea e docente all'Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze, attacca la mancanza di…
Cultural Institutions Must Rethink Time Management as a Strategic Priority opinion-review
Cultural organizations are facing a structural reduction in planning horizons, shifting from five-year to two-year or even ad-hoc budgets due to declining public funding. The…
Christopher Bailey critica l'industria della moda mentre lascia Burberry opinion-review
In un'intervista rilasciata al New York Times il 18 febbraio 2018, Christopher Bailey, ex direttore creativo di Burberry, ha espresso una forte critica nei confronti del settore…
David Lynch's 'Twin Peaks: The Return' as the First Masterpiece of the 21st Century opinion-review
Christian Caliandro argues that David Lynch's 'Twin Peaks: The Return' (2017) is the first true cinematic masterpiece of the 21st century, surpassing other significant films like…
Maurizio Cattelan's Strategic Retreat from the Museum opinion-review
Roberto Ago's critical analysis of Maurizio Cattelan's career argues that the artist's 2011 work "All"—a fire extinguisher—was not a retirement but a strategic move to evade…
Christian Caliandro's Critical Reflections on Contemporary Italy opinion-review
In this opinion piece published on Artribune, Christian Caliandro offers a scathing critique of contemporary Italian society, contrasting it with the 1990s. He opens with quotes…
Marina Valensise Argues Culture Is a Sound Investment for Italy opinion-review
Marina Valensise, former director of the Italian Cultural Institute in Paris, argues that culture is a vital investment for Italy, not a cost to be cut. Writing in Artribune, she…
Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'Phantom Thread' and 1950s Fashion Explored opinion-review
The article examines 1950s fashion through Paul Thomas Anderson's 2017 film 'Phantom Thread' (Italian title 'Il filo nascosto'), which won an Oscar for costume design. The film…
Renato Barilli chiede una nuova identità per il MUDEC di Milano opinion-review
Il critico d'arte Renato Barilli propone una ridefinizione dell'identità del MUDEC di Milano, suggerendo che il museo si concentri esclusivamente sull'arte contemporanea,…
Antonio Natali on educating the public through lesser-known art opinion-review
In a piece for Artribune, Antonio Natali, the former director of the Uffizi, examines the role of education in significant exhibitions, referencing his own curated event "Il…
Robert C. Morgan's Critical Analysis of Ted Stamm's Artistic Legacy opinion-review
Robert C. Morgan examines the work of Ted Stamm, an artist known for his geometric abstractions and systematic approach to painting. Stamm's practice, which spanned the 1970s and…
Robert C. Morgan Reviews Ted Stamm Exhibition at Lisson Gallery opinion-review
Robert C. Morgan reviewed an exhibition of Ted Stamm's work at Lisson Gallery. The show included Stamm's 1978 painting "78-W-4 (Wooster)", an oil on canvas measuring 60 x 96…
Shirin Neshat: Feminism in the Middle East Is Stronger Than in the West opinion-review
Shirin Neshat (born 1957) has criticized the West for its superficial treatment of gender discrimination. In an interview with the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, the Iranian…
Persistent Gender Inequality in Brazilian Art Scene Despite Increased Visibility of Women Artists opinion-review
March highlights the enduring underrepresentation of women in Brazil's art institutions, where no national collection holds more than 30% of works by female artists according to…
The future of libraries: public service or obsolete? opinion-review
Public library systems have long struggled with funding cuts, leading to a necessary rethinking of self-referential services. The debate often wrongly focuses on user fees, but…
Christian Caliandro on Art, Criticism, and the Construction of Normality opinion-review
Christian Caliandro, an art historian and cultural studies scholar teaching at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze and a member of the scientific committee of Symbola…
Reggia di Caserta: Beyond the Felicori Effect, Structural Needs and Territorial Collaboration opinion-review
The Royal Palace of Caserta has seen significant improvements in tourism and strategic positioning under director Mauro Felicori, largely due to effective communication. However,…
Andrew L. Shea Reviews Steve DiBenedetto's Work on artcritical opinion-review
Andrew L. Shea published a review of Steve DiBenedetto's work on artcritical on April 6, 2018. The article was posted at 11:52 PM and is filed under an unspecified category.…
Andrew L. Shea reviews Steve DiBenedetto's painting 'Inverse Evidence' from 2018 opinion-review
A review by Andrew L. Shea examines Steve DiBenedetto's 2018 painting 'Inverse Evidence'. The artwork, measuring 11 by 14 inches, was executed in oil on linen. Derek Eller Gallery…
Grandi mostre: strategie per nuovi pubblici e arte contemporanea opinion-review
Stefano Monti, partner di Monti&Taft, riflette sul ruolo delle grandi mostre nell'avvicinare il pubblico all'arte contemporanea. Le grandi mostre oggi svolgono due funzioni…
Walter Robinson reviews Robert Goldman's 1983 painting Untitled (Girl with Hand on Hip) opinion-review
Walter Robinson published a review of Robert Goldman's 1983 painting Untitled (Girl with Hand on Hip) on artcritical.com. The artwork, created by the artist also known as Bobby G,…
Artcritical Panel Discussion on New Museum Triennial and American Academy Invitational opinion-review
On Tuesday, April 10, 2018, from 7-9 PM, artcritical hosted a panel discussion moderated by David Cohen. Participants included Jessica Bell Brown, Jarrett Earnest, and David…
Christian Caliandro's Poetic Meditation on Decay and Memory in Castellaneta Marina opinion-review
Christian Caliandro, an art historian and cultural critic, publishes a lyrical essay on Artribune reflecting on the decay of Castellaneta Marina, a seaside town in southern Italy.…
Italian archaeology circular creates barriers for private excavation initiatives opinion-review
A critical analysis of Italy's Circular No. 6 of 2016 argues that its restrictive interpretation of archaeological excavation activities undermines the Faro Convention and creates…
Louvre may loan Mona Lisa despite conservation risks opinion-review
French culture minister Françoise Nyssen has mandated that the Louvre Museum may loan the Mona Lisa, citing a need to combat "cultural segregation." The decision has sparked…
Critique of Post-Truth Politics in Italian Cultural Management opinion-review
Stefano Monti, writing for Artribune, challenges the cynical view that cultural policy must succumb to post-truth politics. He critiques director Tonelli's editorial suggesting…
French press accuses Villa Medici of excessive commercialism opinion-review
Since 1803, Villa Medici has served as the French Academy in Rome, but it is now embroiled in controversy. A report from Le Monde reveals that a group of former residents has…
Finnish Education Model Contrasted with Brazilian Challenges in Opinion Piece opinion-review
An opinion piece contrasts Finland's educational success with Brazil's struggles, analyzing systemic differences. Finland's approach emphasizes teacher autonomy, minimal…
Christian Caliandro on Writing as Network of Connections in Contemporary Art opinion-review
Christian Caliandro, an art historian and professor at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze, explores the concept of writing as an "infrastructure of relationships" in…

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