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• William Shatner's Heavy Metal Band to Debut at Riot Fest festival-fair

  At 95, William Shatner is venturing into heavy metal. The actor, known for Star Trek and his trip to space, will debut his new band, The *uckers, at Riot Fest in Chicago on…

• Lora Zombie: The Self-Taught Artist Behind Urban Art's Neon Punk Aesthetic artist

  Lora Zombie, a 1990-born self-taught artist from Voronezh, has emerged as a unique figure in urban art, renowned for her dynamic 'grunge art' style. Her creations, marked by…

• 83rd Venice Film Festival: Major Studios Absent, Danny Boyle, Kore-eda, Nanni Moretti in Competition festival-fair

  The 83rd Venice Film Festival, scheduled for September 2-12, will proceed without films from major Hollywood studios, continuing a trend seen at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.…

• Inploration: Art Exploring Space to Understand Earth publication

  Richelle Ellis, an artist, author, and founder of curatorial platforms Inploration and Supercollider, has compiled a decade of research into the book 'Inploration: Art Exploring…

• Come From Away: The Enduring 9/11 Artwork other

  In the quarter-century since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the horror of that day has inspired numerous novels, films, television shows, paintings, and sculptures.…

• How African Art Conquered the Contemporary: A Review of 'La materia dei sogni' opinion-review

  The article 'La materia dei sogni. Quando l’arte africana conquistò il contemporaneo' reviews a recent shift in the Western art world's reception of African art. For over a…

• Adobe Camera Raw 18.6 Introduces New Glow Effect for Orton and Halation Looks digital

  Adobe Camera Raw 18.6, released in September 2026, adds a new Glow feature in its Effects panel, enabling photographers to create Orton effects or mimic film halation. The tool is…

• Margine Studio's Casa Tahiti in Rome: A Chromatic Renovation architecture-design

  Rome-based architecture practice Margine Studio, founded by Valentina Pontieri and Giulio Ciccarese in 2012, has completed Casa Tahiti, an apartment renovation in Rome's…

• Hotel Modern's 'Histoires de crevettes' brings miniature human dramas to Théâtre du Rond-Point other

  The Dutch company Hotel Modern presents 'Histoires de crevettes' (Shrimp Stories), a unique performance at Théâtre du Rond-Point in Paris. The show combines live cinema, object…

• Kovr Studio's Bio-Based PLA+ Covers Rethink Light Switch Design architecture-design

  Kovr Studio, a design workshop in Lille, France, has introduced modular switch covers that transform the appearance of standard light switches. These covers, made from PLA+, a…

• Germany's Sugar Tax Excludes Sweeteners: A Critical View opinion-review

  Germany is set to introduce a sugar tax on sweetened beverages starting in 2027, but the tax will not cover products containing artificial sweeteners. This decision has drawn…

• The Last Dolls: Bob Carlos Clarke's Dark Erotic Visions in London exhibition

  A new exhibition entitled 'The Last Dolls' has opened in London, featuring the works of the late photographer Bob Carlos Clarke, celebrated for his impeccable, fetishistic erotic…

• September Film Picks: Korean Blockbuster 'Hope' and More other

  This September, notable films include 'Hope', which holds the title of the most costly Korean movie ever made, under the direction of Na Jong-hin. It debuted at Cannes and…

• AfD's East German Strength Not Due to DDR Legacy, Says Knabe opinion-review

  Hubertus Knabe, former director of the Stasi Memorial Hohenschönhausen, challenges the common explanation that the AfD's success in eastern Germany stems from lingering DDR…

• Orimi Spring 2027: Expanding Beyond Black in Tokyo other

  Kenta Orimi, a self-taught designer and former Harajuku youth, presented his third runway show in Tokyo for Spring 2027, indicating a transformation in his brand's style. The…

• Desmond Tutu Documentary 'The Foolishness of God' Opens FIFDA in Paris festival-fair

  The 16th Festival International de Films de la Diaspora Africaine (FIFDA) in Paris opened on September 4, 2026, with the European premiere of 'The Foolishness of God – A…

• Meaux Recreates the Battle of the Marne with Historical Reenactment cultural-heritage

  In Meaux, the largest historical reenactment weekend in Île-de-France takes place, showcasing the Battle of the Marne. At the Museum of the Great War, attendees can see three…

• Unzipped: The Oral History of Isaac Mizrahi's Iconic Fashion Film publication

  The 1995 film 'Unzipped,' directed by Douglas Keeve, focuses on designer Isaac Mizrahi's fall 1994 collection. It will be screened again in theaters, beginning at Film Forum in…

• Jolanda Moletta: Music as Ancient Magic in New Interview artist

  In a recent interview with Artribune, Italian composer Jolanda Moletta shares insights into her artistic vision and current endeavors. Previously recognized for her dream pop…

• Static Electricity in Rain May Damage Protective Coatings on Metal Structures other

  On August 26, a study in Nature highlighted how electrically charged raindrops can harm protective metal coatings via micro-discharges. Conducted by researchers at the Max Planck…

• Vogue's Palm Beach Guide Highlights Art, Architecture, and Historic Hotels other

  Vogue's Palm Beach guide delves into the area's rich history and cultural offerings, spotlighting figures such as Henry Flagler and Addison Mizner. Flagler is credited with iconic…

• Jamel Shabazz: First Major German Exhibition at Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation exhibition

  In Eschborn, Germany, the Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation presents 'Jamel Shabazz. New York Vibes', marking the first major exhibition in the country focused on American…

• GoPro Founder Assures Consumer Cameras Continue Post-Starman Merger other

  Nick Woodman, the founder of GoPro, has addressed worries regarding the company's trajectory after its acquisition by Starman Optical, assuring that the development of consumer…

• Beatrice Favaretto's Diary of Ecosexual Residency with Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens publication

  In the autumn of 2025, artist Beatrice Favaretto engaged in a residency in San Francisco alongside ecosexual artists Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens, as chronicled in a diary…

• Weekend Art Guide: Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, and More exhibition

  This week's art guide showcases exhibitions throughout Germany. The Jüdische Museum Berlin is marking its 25th anniversary with 'Das Gegenteil von Jetzt,' available until January…

• How to Create an Artist Press Kit: A Step-by-Step Guide other

  The latest issue of Contemporary Art has introduced a guide aimed at unrepresented artists who wish to gain media attention through press kits. It details two types of kits: the…

• Dolly Parton's 'Steel Magnolias' as a Lesson in Resilience: A Writer's Tribute other

  In a guest contribution for the Süddeutsche Zeitung, writer Lena Schätte reflects on the enduring appeal of the film 'Steel Magnolias' starring Dolly Parton, which she considers…

• Daniel Arsham's 88-Layer Bronze Sculpture Encases The Balvenie's Oldest Whisky other

  The Balvenie distillery has unveiled its oldest whisky ever, the Eighty-Eight-Year-Old, as part of The 1931 Collection, and commissioned artist Daniel Arsham to create a…

• London's Autumn 2026 Art Fair Season: A Comprehensive Guide festival-fair

  Artlyst has released a comprehensive guide detailing the art fair season in London for Autumn 2026, spanning from late September to early November. Kicking off the events is the…

• Florence Travel Guide: Where to Stay, Eat, and Play in the Italian City other

  Florence, Italy, seamlessly merges its rich Renaissance heritage with contemporary energy. Once serving as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy from 1865 to 1871, it continues to…

• Seoul Fashion Week Street Style: Gothic Edge and Backward Clothing at DDP festival-fair

  The spring 2027 Seoul Fashion Week brought a surge of street style innovation to the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), the event's primary venue. Photographer Young Chul Kim captured…

• Juana González's 'Manos de hacer' at Arma Gallery, Madrid exhibition

  From September 10 to October 10, 2026, Arma Gallery in Madrid will showcase 'Manos de hacer,' an exhibition by Spanish artist Juana González. This collection emphasizes the…

• Spok Brillor's Hard Court 2 Transforms Casa Axis Tennis Court into Infinite Depth artist

  Spok Brillor, a Spanish artist, has finalized Hard Court 2, a unique installation on the tennis court at Casa Axis, owned by Felipe Pantone in Valencia, Spain. This project,…

• ATELIER 99 Brand Identity by Tolgahan Çalışkan architecture-design

  Tolgahan Çalışkan, a graphic designer, developed a brand identity for ATELIER 99, a lutherie workshop, which showcases a custom logotype system that revitalizes classic serif…

• Julie Kegels Wins 2026 LVMH Prize; Lii and Yoshita 1967 Also Honored award

  On Friday, Belgian designer Julie Kegels received the prestigious 2026 LVMH Prize at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, with actress Jennifer Lawrence presenting the accolade.…

• DVF Awards in Venice Honor Gloria Steinem's Legacy and Celebrate Five Women Changemakers award

  On Thursday, the 17th DVF Awards took place at Teatro Goldoni in Venice, Italy, under the auspices of Diane von Furstenberg and the Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation. The…

• Smithsonian Converts Arts and Industries Building into National Museum of the American Latino institutional

  In a significant institutional move, the Smithsonian's board of regents voted on 31 August to convert the Arts and Industries Building in Washington, DC, into the National Museum…

• Cassette Tape-Style DV42 Toy Camera Launches on Makuake for $55 other

  A new toy camera styled like a cassette tape, the DV42, is now available for pre-order on Japanese crowdfunding platform Makuake. The camera, created by IT Store, weighs just 24…

• Husky Kihal, French Actor Known for 'Astrid et Raphaëlle', Dies at 64 other

  Husky Kihal, a French actor celebrated for his role in the television series 'Astrid et Raphaëlle', has died at the age of 64. His agent confirmed that he was found dead at his…

• Traversées du Marais 2026: Free Art Festival Opens Paris Neighborhood festival-fair

  The Traversées du Marais festival returns to Paris from September 4-6, 2026, opening the Marais district's courtyards, gardens, and studios to the public for free. Twenty-seven…