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The latest from the contemporary art world

Every story on ARTFEED is a fresh summary of a development in contemporary art — exhibitions, artists, institutions, fairs, auctions and the wider market — written from the international art press and grouped by topic. New stories are published throughout the day.

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Games to Play While Waiting for Haunted Chocolatier other
Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone's upcoming game Haunted Chocolatier, a follow-up to Stardew Valley, has no release date yet, but a June 2026 update confirmed ongoing development. The…
ByteDance to Expand AI Data Centre Cluster in Inner Mongolia ai-technology
According to a source familiar with the situation, ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, intends to enhance its AI data centre cluster in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia. The firm is…
Cozy Handheld Games to Play After Stardew Valley Perfection other
The Displate Blog has released a comprehensive guide aimed at players striving for 100% completion in Stardew Valley. This resource outlines necessary tasks and suggests relaxing…
83rd Venice Film Festival Opens with Danny Boyle's 'Ink' and George Clooney's Career Golden Lion festival-fair
The 83rd Venice International Film Festival kicked off on Wednesday, showcasing the world premiere of 'Ink', directed by Danny Boyle and featuring performances by Jack O'Connell,…
The Eight Wives of Ivan the Terrible: A Chronicle of Poison, Paranoia, and Power cultural-heritage
Ivan IV Vasilyevich, commonly referred to as Ivan the Terrible, became the first Tsar of Russia in 1547 after assuming the title of Grand Prince of Moscow in 1533. Over his…
Dead Sea Scrolls Discovery: How Qumran Texts Rewrote Biblical History cultural-heritage
In 1947, Bedouin shepherds stumbled upon the Dead Sea Scrolls near the Dead Sea, revolutionizing the comprehension of biblical history. These artifacts were located in the Qumran…
10 Cozy Switch Games to Play While Waiting for Stardew Valley 1.7 other
ConcernedApe's Stardew Valley has surpassed 50 million copies sold and is anticipated to receive a 1.7 update, which will introduce new marriage options, a fresh farm layout, and…
J.R.R. Tolkien's Original Cover Designs for The Lord of the Rings Revealed cultural-heritage
Original book cover designs by J.R.R. Tolkien for each volume of The Lord of the Rings trilogy have been brought to light. The author, renowned for his literary creation, also…
Korean Art World's Must-Read Books: Ocula Survey publication
Ocula magazine has published a spotlight feature on the reading habits of South Korea's art world, highlighting a surge in critical culture. The piece, titled "The Korean Art…
Huang and Musk Oppose AI Regulation at G20 Amid US-China Tech Race ai-technology
During a recent G20 meeting, notable figures from the US technology sector, such as billionaire chip magnate Jensen Huang and entrepreneur Elon Musk, expressed their concerns…
Albania's 'Flamingo Revolution' Targets Architects Amid Political Turmoil architecture-design
In Albania, one of Europe's poorest countries, architecture has become a central issue in political debates. A broad social movement, dubbed the 'flamingo revolution', has been…
Documentary on Carla Lonzi Screens at Venice Film Festival festival-fair
A new documentary, 'Carla Lonzi. Dentro e fuori dal mondo', directed by Francesca Archibugi, premiered at the 2026 Venice Film Festival on September 6 at 11:00 in Sala Perla. The…
Ronit Keret's 'Topography of Collapse' at HAA Gallery, Helsinki exhibition
Israeli artist Ronit Keret's solo exhibition 'Topography of Collapse' is on view at HAA Gallery in Helsinki, curated by Vera Pilpoul. The show explores the intersection of art and…
Fermenta: Artists Lisa Mouchet and Marine Prunier Explore Death Rituals in New Book publication
Artist and illustrator Lisa Mouchet and artist and performer Marine Prunier, a former funeral professional, have released 'Fermenta', a collaborative book that explores the…
Kanon Foundry Revives 1973 Typeface as Variable Font Clippy architecture-design
Kanon Foundry, co-founded by Tor Weibull and Alexander Örn in 2019, has released Clippy, a reinterpretation of Ad Werner's 1973 typeface Paperclip Contour. Originally designed for…
10 Cozy Games Like Stardew Valley to Play Next digital
A Displate Blog roundup highlights ten games that offer similar experiences to Stardew Valley, spanning farming sims, cozy RPGs, and survival adventures across PC, PS5, Xbox,…
Portfolio vs Pitch: Make It Yours Before You Make It Theirs opinion-review
In a personal essay published on Creative Gaga, an anonymous designer argues that design is fundamentally about thinking and provocation, not just aesthetics. The author reflects…
Contemporary Fantasy Artists: Dark Masters and Worldbuilders other
This article showcases modern fantasy artists and their impact on publishing, gaming, and collectible card games. It discusses the genre's transformation into cinematic creations…
Twitch Gifted Subs: Costs, Streamer Earnings, and Regional Variations other
A guide on the Displate Blog breaks down the financial mechanics of gifted Twitch subscriptions, explaining costs to buyers and earnings for streamers. In the US, a Tier 1 gifted…
From Enthusiast to Studio Owner: The Business of Interior Design other
The article, published on urdesignmag.com, explores the transition from interior design hobbyist to professional studio owner. It emphasizes that many successful designers start…
ColornoPhotoLife 2026: 17th Edition Explores 'Infinite Traveling' with Monika Bulaj and Folco Quilici Tribute festival-fair
The 17th ColornoPhotoLife, a photography festival in Italy, is scheduled for September 25 to November 8, 2026, in Colorno, close to Parma. The inaugural weekend (September 25-27)…
Evelyn Tovar Toro's 'Fra Ruderi' at Chiasso Perduto, Florence exhibition
Colombian artist Evelyn Tovar Toro presents 'Fra Ruderi', a site-specific installation at Chiasso Perduto in Florence, running from September 10 to 13, 2026. The exhibition,…
Kitchen as Spatial Border: Service, Storage, and Domestic Limits in Compact Interiors architecture-design
In compact housing, the kitchen often functions as a spatial border—a service wall or boundary between domestic work and social life—rather than merely a cooking area. Its…
Frieze Seoul Focus 2026: Curator Seolhui Lee on Constellations of Artistic Voices festival-fair
Seolhui Lee, a well-known curator, took charge of the 2026 Focus section at Frieze Seoul. This year, the event underwent a notable transformation, featuring galleries from Asia,…
Urbánika's ARC Park: House-like Concrete Play Structures in Chihuahua architecture-design
Urbánika, a Mexican architectural firm, has unveiled ARC Park, a 6,000-square-meter community space located in Chihuahua, Mexico. The park, which stands for Activity, Recreation,…
Norway Considers Ban on 'Pervert Glasses' That Record Without Consent ai-technology
Norwegian authorities are contemplating a ban on smart glasses equipped with cameras that can photograph individuals without their permission. Digital Minister Karianne Tung…
Qatar Museums Launches World's First National AI-Powered Cultural Tour ai-technology
Qatar Museums (QM) has introduced the AI Tour, marking the first national cultural and art tour globally that utilizes AI technology for personalization, generative, and…
Sibylline Books: Ancient Rome's Prophetic Guide Through Disaster cultural-heritage
The Sibylline Books served as a crucial resource for ancient Romans in times of crisis, aiding the city during events such as the Second Punic War, epidemics, and political…
Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' Season 2: Aristocratic Drug Empire Expands into Europe other
Theo James reprises his role as an aristocratic drug dealer in the second season of Guy Ritchie's crime saga 'The Gentlemen' on Netflix. The series, known for its rowdy and…
Temi Adegbayibi: Capturing the Energy and Joy of British Jazz artist
Photographer Temi Adegbayibi, 26, has risen from hobbyist to exhibiting at the Royal Albert Hall, documenting the UK's vibrant jazz scene. His work, featured in the V&A East's…
Palio di Isola Dovarese 2026 Reconstructs Leonardo's Theatrical Machines festival-fair
The 59th Palio delle Contrade is set to take place in Isola Dovarese, Lombardy, from September 11-13, 2026, at Piazza Gonzaghesca, under the direction of Emanuele Tira. This…
OMA Unveils Tenjin Business Center II in Fukuoka, a Gateway to Kyushu architecture-design
OMA, led by Partner Shohei Shigematsu, has designed the Tenjin Business Center II in Fukuoka, Japan, a major office and retail complex slated for completion in 2026. The project,…
Shida Bazyar's 'Die Lücken' Nominated for German Book Prize award
Shida Bazyar's new novel 'Die Lücken' has been nominated for the German Book Prize. The book is described as a meticulously researched and orchestrated homeland epic set in the…
Carola Spadoni's Peripatetic Archive: Commoning Footage Since 1988 artist
In a conversation with Giulia Crispiani for NERO Editions, artist Carola Spadoni elaborates on The Peripatetic Film & Video Archive (TPF&VA), an independent initiative she founded…
Natural History Museum Oslo's Renovation Reveals Exhibition Architecture Balancing Collection and Visitor architecture-design
In May 2022, the Natural History Museum Oslo welcomed visitors once again following extensive renovations. Spanning 2,300 square meters and three floors, the museum presents over…
Misc.etc Creates New Mural for Southend City Jam 2026 other
A new mural by UK-based multidisciplinary artist Misc.etc has been added to the street art landscape in Southend-on-Sea, created for the Southend City Jam 2026. The artwork, whose…
OBEL 2026 Award to Balearic Social Housing Model; OMA Completes Tenjin Business Center II architecture-design
The Balearic Social Housing Model, designed by the Balearic government's housing administration under the leadership of Cris Ballester Parets and Carles Oliver Barceló, has been…
Museo Universidad de Navarra presenta 'Museo de Memorias Inconstantes' exhibition
In Pamplona, Spain, the Museo Universidad de Navarra (MUN) has unveiled a collective exhibition titled 'Museo de Memorias Inconstantes.' This showcase features the works of…
La Casa Encendida Opens Season with Colonialism and Civic Imagination Exhibitions exhibition
On September 10, 2026, La Casa Encendida in Madrid will kick off its autumn season with two new exhibitions. The first, 'Continentes como semillas,' showcases works by La Chola…
The Lindisfarne Gospels: A Masterpiece of Insular Art cultural-heritage
The Lindisfarne Gospels, produced between 710 and 721 AD on Lindisfarne, showcase the Insular style, merging influences from Celtic, Saxon, Roman, and Byzantine art. Eadfrith, the…

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