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• Revisiting Fish Performances by Warpechowski and Todosijević publication

  In an article dated August 28, 2026, Karolina Majewska-Güde revisits two notable performances from the 1970s centered around fish: Zbigniew Warpechowski's 'Dialogue with Fish'…

• EU Court Rules Geoblocking Valid Digital Border in Anne Frank Manuscript Case other

  On July 9, 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union determined that geoblocking serves as a legitimate digital boundary, safeguarding cultural institutions from…

• Kusama's Death Sparks Debate: When Avant-Garde Becomes a Logo opinion-review

  The death of Yayoi Kusama at 97 has reignited a longstanding debate about the commodification of avant-garde art. The discussion was prompted by her 2023 collaboration with Louis…

• Iowa State University's Integrated Visual Arts MFA Program in Focus other

  Iowa State University's Integrated Visual Arts (IVA) program, which is a three-year interdisciplinary MFA offered by the Department of Art and Visual Culture, is featured in the…

• AI Firms Buy and Destroy Rare Books to Train Models ai-technology

  AI companies, including Amazon and Anthropic, are purchasing large quantities of rare and obscure books—such as home oxygen treatment guides, medieval English marriage litigation…

• Opposite Office straps one-square-metre studio to tree in Weimar architecture-design

  In Weimar, Germany, the architecture firm Opposite Office has unveiled the Baumhaus Office, an innovative work space measuring just one square meter. Designed to address soaring…

• Lisetta Carmi's Five Lives Explored in Perugia Exhibition exhibition

  The "Lisetta Carmi. Cinque strade" (Five Paths) exhibition is currently on display at the Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria in Perugia, running until September 27, 2026. This…

• Sean Scully's 'To Feel' at Thaddaeus Ropac: Dissolving Walls in Salzburg exhibition

  The Thaddaeus Ropac gallery in Salzburg is presenting 'To Feel', an exhibition of recent works by Sean Scully, on view at Villa Kast. The show centers on the artist's ongoing…

• Moncler and Clarks Originals Unveil Trailgrip Wallabee GTX Collaboration other

  Moncler has teamed up with Clarks Originals to launch the Trailgrip Wallabee GTX, a modern take on the iconic Wallabee shoe that debuted in the 1960s. This updated model features…

• Nathalie Kouamé's '80 mots du Japon' Explores Japan Through Personal and Historical Lens publication

  Nathalie Kouamé, a historian and professor at Université Paris Cité, has published '80 mots du Japon', a new addition to the '80 mots du monde' collection. The book, prefaced by…

• SEC Sends Crypto Custody Proposal to White House for Review other

  On August 25, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) presented a custody proposal titled "Amendments to the Custody Rules" to the White House's Office of Information…

• Clooneys' Lake Como Summer Style: Matching Whites at Villa Passalacqua other

  Throughout the summer, George and Amal Clooney have been residing at their Villa Oleandra in Lake Como, attending a series of high-profile events. Earlier this month, they graced…

• Katharina Grosse Transforms Former Cattle Breeding Cooperative into Art Campus in Brandenburg artist

  German artist Katharina Grosse has been converting the former cattle breeding cooperative "Völkerfreundschaft" in Schenkenberg, Groß Kreutz, Brandenburg, into an art campus since…

• Lina Bo Bardi's Popular Craft: Artistry and Accessibility in Design architecture-design

  Lina Bo Bardi redefined the perception of handcraft as a luxury by championing Brazilian popular culture through her work in architecture, design, and exhibitions. In her article,…

• Pistoletto's Third Paradise Forged in Iron for Stia Biennale's 50th festival-fair

  In the Casentino village of Stia, near Arezzo, artisans Roberto Magni and Martino Stenico are forging a monumental version of Michelangelo Pistoletto's Third Paradise in the…

• Ingo Schulze's 'Das Wasser im August' Explores Ostalgia and Literary Performance publication

  Ingo Schulze's novel 'Das Wasser im August' is a sophisticated play with ostalgic elements, set in the summer of 1979 at the Mecklenburg lakes. The narrative, which notably omits…

• Herbstausstellungen: Von Renoir bis Bauhaus-Fotografinnen exhibition

  Die Weltkunst Redaktion präsentiert in ihrer zweiten Ausgabe der Herbstausstellungstipps eine Vielzahl von Ausstellungen. Bis zum 4. Oktober ist im Museum für Fotografie in Berlin…

• Light Space & Time Announces Winter 5 for $10 Online Art Competition 2026 other

  Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery has unveiled its 2026 "Winter 5 for $10" Online Art Competition, welcoming artists from around the globe. This contest invites both 2D and 3D…

• Diane von Furstenberg's UPF Sun Protection Suit and DIY Face Mask other

  Diane von Furstenberg, the 79-year-old fashion designer, shared her sun protection secret on Instagram: a full-body UPF suit, hat, and face mask. The suit is made of UPF fabric,…

• Mata Hari: The Myth of the Belly-Dancing Spy other

  Mata Hari, whose real name was Margaretha Geertruida Zelle MacLeod, was born in the Netherlands in 1876 and became notorious for her exotic performances and supposed role as a…

• Ligurian Mill to Become Children's Art Residency After Fire cultural-heritage

  In Tiglieto, Italy, a historic mill dating back 200 years will be repurposed as an artistic residency for children following a devastating fire in May 2026. The restoration, led…

• Andrade Morettin Designs School-Patio Concept for Colegio Santa Cruz in São Paulo architecture-design

  In São Paulo, Brazil, Andrade Morettin Arquitetos Associados has finalized the Colegio Santa Cruz Educação Infantil, which spans 3,415 square meters. The project, overseen by…

• Georg Baselitz's Final Exhibition 'Back Again' at White Cube Bermondsey exhibition

  White Cube Bermondsey presents 'Back Again,' a major exhibition conceived by Georg Baselitz before his death in April 2026 at age 88. The show, billed as a summation of his…

• Copenhagen Galleries Showcase Surface Variations in August Exhibitions exhibition

  During Copenhagen's August art fair weekend, three galleries presented exhibitions exploring the theme of surface, each with distinct approaches. Christian Andersen featured New…

• Art-o-rama's 20th Edition: Low Fees, Young Galleries, and Marseille's Rise festival-fair

  Art-o-rama, the Marseille art fair, will take place at Friche la Belle de Mai from August 28 to 30, celebrating its 20th anniversary. However, festivities are postponed until next…

• Berliner Festspiele: Ringbahn-Touren zeigen unverwirklichte Utopien festival-fair

  In celebration of its 75th anniversary, the Berliner Festspiele has introduced "What If Berlin?" along the Ringbahn, curated by Akira Takayama. This initiative showcases 27…

• Reading and Leeds Festival's Major Overhaul: New Stages, Over-21s Campsite, and All-British Headliners festival-fair

  This weekend marks the launch of what organizers are calling the 'largest staging and arena transformation' in the history of the Reading and Leeds Festival. Key features of the…

• Latin American Architecture: Resilience, Heritage, and Environmental Design in Focus architecture-design

  This month, significant developments in architecture across Latin America have emerged, addressing themes such as disaster preparedness and sustainable building practices. On…

• Latin American Architecture: Heritage, Resilience, and Environmental Design in Focus architecture-design

  Recent architectural advancements in Latin America highlight the interplay between environmental issues, cultural preservation, and community engagement. Notable occurrences…

• Dating Profiles as Curated Self-Portraits: A Study in Visual Culture opinion-review

  A recent article on FAD Magazine examines the modern dating profile as a form of visual self-portraiture, governed by conventions of lighting, cropping, sequencing, and tone. The…

• Weimer Calls for Compromise on Cranach-Triegel Altar Location cultural-heritage

  German Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer has called for a compromise regarding the permanent placement of the Cranach-Triegel Altar in Naumburg Cathedral. The artwork,…

• Lassie Robot Dog Combines Quadrupedal Mobility with Removable Knitted Suit digital

  Creative studio every else has unveiled Lassie, a Next-Physical Companion robot dog designed to encourage outdoor activity and social interaction. The project, based on a survey…

• Artists Adapt as Newspaper Critics Disappear: Social Media and Substack Fill the Void opinion-review

  The recent firing of art critic Sebastian Smee by The Washington Post in early February 2023 underscores the diminishing presence of newspaper art criticism, leaving artists…

• Ovanes Berberian's Castle-Like Studio in Idaho: A Haven for Plein-Air Painting artist

  French Impressionist Ovanes Berberian has established a castle-like studio on 40 acres in Idaho, where he combines plein-air painting with bi-annual workshops. The studio, set in…

• XXII Certamen Nacional de Pintura Casimiro Baragañana Opens for Submissions award

  The Fundación Municipal de Cultura de Siero has announced the opening of the 22nd Certamen Nacional de Pintura Casimiro Baragañana, which invites artists from Spain and foreign…

• Thilo Jahn to Debut as New 'ttt' Moderator on Sunday other

  Thilo Jahn, a 44-year-old journalist, will make his debut as a moderator of the ARD culture magazine 'ttt - titel, thesen, temperamente' on Sunday, August 30. He joins the team…

• Sam Tompkins' 'Are we gonna sing again?' – A Musical Tribute to His Late Father publication

  British singer-songwriter Sam Tompkins has released his second album, 'Are we gonna sing again?', a deeply personal exploration of grief following the death of his father. The…

• Matilda Mann's 'Kismet' Celebrates Life's Abundance in New Album publication

  British artist Matilda Mann has released her second album, 'Kismet', which celebrates life with a lighthearted, romantic tone reminiscent of a romantic comedy intro. The album's…

• Jan Baszak's 'A Gentle Kiss on a Double Forehead' at BGSW, Słupsk exhibition

  In Słupsk, Poland, the Baltic Gallery of Contemporary Art (BGSW) is currently featuring Jan Baszak's exhibition titled 'A Gentle Kiss on a Double Forehead,' which presents his…

• China Life's Revenue Surges 81.5% as Insurer Pivots to AI, Chips, and Biotech Investments economy-finance

  China Life, the world's largest life insurer by market value, reported a dramatic surge in revenue and net profit for the first half of the year, driven by increased investments…