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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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CBGB: 20 Years After the Legendary Punk Club Closed Its Doors cultural-heritage
CBGB nightclub, which closed its doors two decades ago, continues to represent the essence of New York's punk and rock scene. Its last performance took place on October 15, 2006,…
Cultured Magazine Rounds Up New York’s Best Wellness Treatments and At-Home Alternatives other
On October 15, 2026, Cultured Magazine released a comprehensive guide detailing luxury wellness treatments available in New York, including options for home use. Notable mentions…
Klaudia Sonas Discusses Semi-Abstract Landscapes and Memory in Singulart Interview publication
In a Singulart Magazine interview published on October 15, 2026, artist Klaudia Sonas detailed her semi-abstract landscape practice, which merges memories of Poland, Switzerland,…
Maria Furtwängler spricht im „Freitag“ über Klima- und Artenvielfalt-Aktivismus publication
Maria Furtwängler, bekannt als Darstellerin der Tatort-Ermittlerin Charlotte Lindholm, hat mit der Wochenzeitung „Freitag“ über ihren politischen Aktivismus gesprochen. Der…
Benjamin Sack's Pen-and-Ink Metropolises: Solo Shows from Berlin to Mexico City artist
Benjamin Sack, an American artist who earned his BFA with Magna Cum Laude honors from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2011, is known for his elaborate pen-and-ink drawings,…
China's Viral 'Flash Step' Dance Move Sends Imitators to Hospital other
A dance move called the "flash step" spread rapidly across Chinese social media, prompting a wave of imitations, memes and merchandise such as keychains. The trend traces back to…
Apple Launches HomeView, a Seven-Inch Smart-Home Dashboard architecture-design
Apple has unveiled HomeView, a seven-inch touchscreen device that integrates its application offerings and home-management tools. This product acts as a physical interface for the…
Eight Single-Flower Vase Designs by International Studios architecture-design
A curated collection of eight vases highlights modern design principles such as absence, lightness, and delicacy. The Edging Over vase, an unfinished brass circle, is created by…
José Antonio Portillo Wins Spain's 2026 National Prize for Performing Arts for Children and Youth award
José Antonio Portillo Vesga has been awarded the 2026 National Prize for Performing Arts for Children and Youth by Spain's Ministry of Culture, receiving a monetary award of…
Guardian Critic Slams Frieze London as a 'Jumble Sale' While Frieze Masters Shines opinion-review
In a scathing review published by The Guardian, critic Jonathan Jones describes Frieze London as a disappointment, calling it a "jumble sale of mediocre paintings for the…
The Art Guys' Time Capsule Reveal at University of Houston Delivers a 57-Year Punchline artist
On September 26, 2026, Time Capsule 1 was unveiled at the University of Houston, part of The Art Guys' 2010 piece "The Statue of Four Lies." The ceremony included remarks from…
Evgeny Vagin Paints Quiet Corners of Old Russian Towns artist
Evgeny Vagin, a landscape artist from Russia, was born in 1985 in Balakirevo and completed his studies at Vladimir State University in 2008. Residing in Gus-Khrustalny, he teaches…
Freitag Article Criticizes German Media for Amplifying Right-Wing Outrage Over Jan Böhmermann Simson Sketch opinion-review
In the newest issue of Freitag, Klaus Raab takes a look at the media uproar sparked by a ZDF Magazin Royale sketch. In this segment, Jan Böhmermann rides a Simson moped, only to…
15 Best Free Social Media Icon Sets for 2026: From Simple Icons to Font Awesome publication
On October 15, 2026, a detailed resource was released featuring the top free social media icon collections available for both personal and commercial applications. This…
Global Web Reaches 1.2 Billion Sites as Mobile Traffic Surpasses Desktop digital
According to Netcraft, there are more than 1.2 billion websites, with roughly 199 million currently active. The inaugural website, developed by Tim Berners-Lee at CERN, was…
Uncode WordPress Theme Powers 29 Creative Websites, from 'The Revenant' to Photography Portfolios digital
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib released a compilation showcasing 29 websites created using the Uncode WordPress theme, which boasts over 120,000 sales and a perfect 5-star rating.…
Colorlib Publishes 43 Best Landing Page WordPress Themes for 2026 publication
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib unveiled its collection of the top 43 landing page WordPress themes for 2026, having assessed more than 100 themes. The premium category features 25…
Colorlib Publishes 2026 Guide to 42 Best One-Page WordPress Themes publication
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib unveiled a set of 42 one-page WordPress themes aimed at various sectors, including business, corporate, tech, startup, portfolio, and creative…
Movana Chen's 'Questioning the Line' Brings Seven Woven Body Containers to London's Coronet Theatre exhibition
From 14 to 17 October, Movana Chen presents her performance series 'Questioning the Line' at the Coronet Theatre in Notting Hill, London, aligning with Frieze London. This work…
Colorlib Publishes Curated List of 23 Best WooCommerce Website Examples for 2026 digital
Colorlib released a curated list of 23 standout WooCommerce website examples on October 15, 2026, highlighting e-commerce stores built on the open-source WordPress plugin. The…
Colorlib Publishes List of 16 WordPress Themes for Selling Digital Products in 2026 publication
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib published a guide that evaluates sixteen WordPress themes designed for selling digital products. The themes featured are Divi, LeadEngine,…
Divi WordPress Theme Powers 22 Notable Websites, From WordStream to Fashion Revolution digital
On October 15, 2026, a survey revealed insights about websites utilizing Divi, the WordPress theme from Elegant Themes. The leading site, WordStream, boasts nearly 2 million…
Colorlib Ranks 19 Best Small Business Websites for 2026 other
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib released a compilation of 19 exemplary websites for small businesses, having evaluated 150 different pages. Among the highlighted sites are Puffin…
Colorlib Curates 26 Best Pilates Studio Website Examples for 2026 publication
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib released a compilation of 26 premier Pilates studio websites, highlighting global design and platform selections. Among the featured studios are…
16 Photoshop Tutorials for Logo Design Updated for 2026 publication
On October 15, 2026, a compilation of 16 tutorials for logo design using Photoshop emphasizes the importance of logos as essential brand elements. Among the highlighted tutorials…
Colorlib Publishes 19 Best Portfolio Design Trends for 2026 publication
On October 15, 2026, Colorlib published a guide titled "19 Best Portfolio Design Trends (In 2026)," written by Rok, a WordPress developer and content creator. This resource…
UCLA MFA in Media Arts Opens Applications for Fall 2027 with January 4 Deadline institutional
The School of the Arts and Architecture at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is now welcoming applications for its three-year MFA in Media Arts program. The…
Art Basel Paris Refines Its Strategy at the Grand Palais publication
Art Basel Paris is refining its strategy at the Grand Palais, according to an article by Anne-Cécile Sanchez published in Le Journal des Arts. The piece appeared on 15 October…
Paris Art Week 2026: « Off » Fairs Bet on Niche Markets festival-fair
Jean-Christophe Castelain's article in Le Journal des Arts examines how the « off » fairs of Paris Art Week 2026 are positioning themselves around niche markets. Published on 15…
« Familiar Strangers » : une polyphonie sans direction claire opinion-review
Éva Hameau rédige un article pour Le Journal des Arts sur l'exposition « Familiar Strangers », soulignant son manque de direction précise. Publié le 15 octobre 2026, ce texte de…
Kristell Chadé Outlines Frieze's Multipolar Strategy as London Fairs Remain Flagship market-auction
Kristell Chadé, who has led Frieze's global art fairs since 2021, shared insights in a recent interview with Le Journal des Arts, published on October 15, 2026. Speaking with…
Arthur Jafa Exhibition in New York Draws Attention exhibition
On October 15, 2026, Le Journal des Arts released an article titled "À New York, le phénomène Arthur Jafa," featured in issue n°685, dated October 16, 2026. This 955-word article,…
Kristell Chadé Outlines Frieze's Multipolar Strategy Ahead of Abu Dhabi Launch festival-fair
Kristell Chadé has been at the helm of Frieze's international art fairs since 2021, collaborating with CEO Simon Fox and Ari Emanuel, who acquired Frieze from Endeavor in May 2025…
Cathédrale de Montauban : le chantier de restauration débute enfin cultural-heritage
Le projet de rénovation de la cathédrale de Montauban a enfin débuté, comme l'indique un article de Marion Krauze dans Le Journal des Arts n°685, publié le 16 octobre 2026. Cet…
« Lady Liberty » : Le Journal des Arts retrace l'aventure de la statue publication
Dans son édition n°685 du 16 octobre 2026, Le Journal des Arts publie un article de 1016 mots rédigé par Élisabeth Santacreu, consacré à « Lady Liberty ». Cet article, qui…
Le Journal des Arts Examines Landscape Painting After Monet in 20th-21st Century Survey publication
On 15 October 2026, Élisabeth Santacreu contributed an article to Le Journal des Arts titled 'Après Monet, le paysage irrigué par l'histoire' (After Monet, Landscape Irrigated by…
Franco: une vente aux enchères embarrassante market-auction
Le Journal des Arts a publié le 15 octobre 2026 un article intitulé « Franco : une vente aux enchères embarrassante », dans son numéro 685 daté du 16 octobre 2026. L'accès à la…
Avignon Mayor Olivier Galzi Warns Culture Budget Unsustainable Without New Revenue institutional
Olivier Galzi, who became the mayor of Avignon in March 2026 as an independent candidate, is grappling with dire financial challenges, with the municipality's total debt reaching…
Franco Heirs to Auction 689 Lots from Pazo de Meirás in Madrid market-auction
On October 27, the descendants of Francisco Franco will put 689 lots from the Pazo de Meirás in Sada, Galicia, up for auction at Magna Art Auctions in Madrid. The collection…
Paris Art Week 2026: Parisian Auctions Aim High market-auction
Published in Le Journal des Arts n°685 on October 16, 2026, an article by Marie Potard dated October 15, 2026 reports that Parisian auctions are setting ambitious goals during…

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