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• Dearq 50 Call for Papers: Enduring Architectures publication

  The Colombian architecture journal Dearq has issued a call for papers for its 50th issue, themed 'Arquitecturas que perduran' (Enduring Architectures). The editors seek…

• Kandinsky's Spiritual Path to Abstraction Explored artist

  Wassily Kandinsky, an innovator in abstract art, formulated his concepts at the crossroads of science and spirituality, drawing inspiration from Theosophy, religious scriptures,…

• Ground Zero at 25: Redevelopment Success, Yet Void Remains opinion-review

  Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan is hailed as a major urban redevelopment achievement, yet it still lacks the…

• Lloyd Kahn, Counterculture Publisher, Still Skateboarding at 91 other

  Lloyd Kahn, a former insurance broker who left the profession in 1965, became a key figure in the DIY building movement of the 1960s counterculture. He edited the influential…

• Holland Cotter's Fall 2026 Art Preview: Lichtenstein Retrospective and Lucas Museum Opening exhibition

  In a preview of the fall 2026 art season, New York Times critic Holland Cotter highlights a comprehensive retrospective of Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein, the opening of the Lucas…

• Badweather turns derelict canal boat into London's first off-grid bathhouse architecture-design

  The architectural group Badweather has converted a 17-meter canal boat into Soak, which is recognized as London's inaugural off-grid bathhouse, moving locations every two weeks.…

• 25 Global Art Openings: Brancusi at MoMA, K-Pop Icon's Collection, Sofia Coppola at Versailles exhibition

  The New York Times critic Jason Farago has curated a list of 25 art exhibitions worldwide that are worth traveling for. Among the highlights are a major Brancusi exhibition at the…

• Alessandro Merlo's 'Por Mi Tango' Redefines Desire Through Dance other

  Photographer Alessandro Merlo's series 'Por Mi Tango' strips tango of its conventional imagery, focusing instead on the raw tension between bodies. The work, featured on C41…

• Joset Medina's San Francisco Apartment Becomes an Ever-Evolving Canvas artist

  In San Francisco, artist Joset Medina has transformed his entire apartment into a living artwork, part of an ongoing project he calls the 'Unrestrained Garden.' The project blurs…

• Open Calls: Artist Studios in Padua, Torino Fringe, spazioSERRA, Mediaset, Fondation Grand Paradis other

  Italy's art and culture sector has unveiled five new job and residency opportunities. Progetto Giovani in Padua is now accepting applications for the eighth edition of MAC Studi…

• Illustrator Thomke Meyer on Motion, Music, and Her Upcoming Graphic Novel artist

  In a recent interview, illustrator Thomke Meyer, celebrated for her vibrant editorial covers for publications like Die Zeit, Elle, and Der Spiegel, shared insights into her…

• Derrière, a Highlight at Théâtre de l'Atelier festival-fair

  Derrière, a theatrical piece by Nicolas Chaigneau and Claire Laureau, is set to open the 2026-27 season at Théâtre de l'Atelier. The production was a revelation and audience…

• Luxury Fashion Brands Embrace Books as Status Symbols other

  The article from Süddeutsche Zeitung explores the trend of luxury fashion houses, such as Dior and Prada, incorporating books into their collections and marketing as status…

• Tibi Founder Amy Smilovic on Redefining Success and Entrepreneurship other

  In her book 'Almost Reckless: A Creative and Pragmatic Approach to Taking Risks', Amy Smilovic, the founder of Tibi, imparts valuable insights from her entrepreneurial journey.…

• Peggy Guggenheim Collection Mourns Maria Rita Cerilli, Announces Major London Exhibition exhibition

  The Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice has reported the death of Maria Rita Cerilli, who served as head of communications for nearly two decades. Hailing from La Spezia,…

• Zhang Yeeun: Sculptural Flowers as Fashion and Architecture artist

  Seoul-based floral visual director and botanical sculptor Zhang Yeeun transforms botanical elements into monumental sculptures, couture-like garments, accessories, and…

• World's Most Unusual Museums: A Global Guide to Quirky Collections other

  James Lees, a physicist and museum consultant, has created a map highlighting unconventional museums worldwide, particularly those dedicated to unusual themes such as failed…

• Bonobo on New Album 'Distance in Static' and Leaving the Hamster Wheel artist

  In an interview with Kulturnews, Simon Green, known as Bonobo, discusses his new album 'Distance in Static' and his evolving approach to music after 25 years. Green reflects on…

• Beyoncé Donates $2M to Studio Museum in Harlem for 45th Birthday other

  On 4 September, Beyoncé celebrated her 45th birthday by donating $2 million to the Studio Museum in Harlem, coinciding with the release of a deluxe anniversary edition of her 2006…

• Russia Orders Closure of Goethe-Institut Sites in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Yekaterinburg institutional

  During the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok on September 3, 2026, Sergei Lavrov, the Russian Foreign Minister, declared that all Goethe-Institut locations in Russia would be…

• Laila Majid and Inaam Zafar's 'Body Quotidian' at Sharjah Art Foundation exhibition

  The Sharjah Art Foundation presents "Body Quotidian," a duo exhibition featuring works by Laila Majid and Inaam Zafar, on view from June 13 to September 20, 2026, at Al Mureijah…

• Volkswagen's Design Crisis, Steidl Verlag's Troubles, and Kusama's Brand Debate in Media Review opinion-review

  A review from German media tackles significant topics in the realms of art and culture. Niklas Maak, writing for the FAZ, expresses concern over Volkswagen's transition from…

• 8 US Museums with World-Class Ancient Civilization Collections cultural-heritage

  A recent guide showcases eight remarkable US museums renowned for their ancient civilization collections, demonstrating that one need not travel abroad to appreciate world…

• Treaty of Tordesillas: How a 1494 Line Shaped Global Languages and Cultures cultural-heritage

  In 1494, the Treaty of Tordesillas, mediated by Pope Alexander VI, divided newly discovered lands between Spain and Portugal. The agreement, signed on June 7 in Tordesillas,…

• Sacred and Profane: Sneed and Martiel on Black and Queer Histories at Leslie-Lohman exhibition

  The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art in New York hosted the exhibition 'Sacred and Profane' from 20 February to 12 April 2026, showcasing the works of artists Pamela Sneed and Carlos…

• AI subscription plans hit Tmall shelves as Chinese labs court retail buyers ai-technology

  Chinese AI developers are now selling subscription plans on Alibaba's Tmall platform, marking a shift from direct website sales to retail distribution. Beijing-based Zhipu AI…

• Sandra Laugier et des chercheurs appellent à considérer les effets de l'IA sur la circulation des œuvres opinion-review

  Le 7 septembre, lors du Sommet Lumière, une tribune a été publiée dans Le Monde par des chercheurs, dont Sandra Laugier, afin de mettre en garde contre les impacts de…

• Bertrand Russell's 1952 Critique of Marx: Philosophy of Hatred Led to Communist Disaster opinion-review

  In a 1952 television interview, philosopher Bertrand Russell argued that Karl Marx's philosophy, driven by hatred rather than kindness, inevitably led to the disasters of…

• Oliver Stiff's Fashion-Inspired Furniture Blends Corsetry and Deadstock Textiles architecture-design

  Royal College of Art graduate Oliver Stiff has unveiled a series of sculptural furniture pieces that merge fashion design principles with furniture, aiming to imbue objects with…

• Emanuela Rosa-Clot to Direct Radicepura Garden Festival 2027-2029 in Sicily festival-fair

  Emanuela Rosa-Clot, a journalist, has been named the artistic director for the Radicepura Garden Festival's 2027 and 2029 editions by the Fondazione Radicepura. Since its…

• Studio Tyrrell Designs Identity for Manta Chocolate Emphasizing Purity and Pleasure architecture-design

  Studio Tyrrell has crafted a visual identity for Manta Chocolate, a company that produces healthier chocolate snacks using raw, plant-based, and unrefined ingredients, free from…

• Igor Bastidas on Illustrating The Guardian's 'You Be The Judge' Column artist

  Venezuelan illustrator Igor Bastidas, based in Brooklyn, has been creating weekly illustrations for The Guardian's 'You Be The Judge' column for three years, marking 156…

• Katie Cadwell: Never a Good Time to Start a Studio, But Do It Anyway other

  In the latest Creative Career Conundrums column from If You Could Jobs, branding studio co-founder Katie Cadwell addresses whether it is a good time to start a creative studio…

• Gabriel Abascal's Digital Collages Evoke Childhood Pop Culture and Internet Ephemera artist

  Gabriel Abascal, a Brooklyn-based artist originally from Venezuela, specializes in graphic design and digital artwork that fuses elements of pop music, vintage Sanrio toys, Bratz…

• Design's Pull to the Middle: Aporva Baxi on Resisting Mediocrity opinion-review

  Aporva Baxi, co-founder and ECD of DixonBaxi, cautions against settling for the 'design middle ground' in an article for It's Nice That. He observes that while the quality of…

• Counter-Print's New Book 'Merch: We Love Our Customers' Argues Merchandise Is Making a Comeback publication

  Counter-Print, established in 2008 by Céline Leterme and Jon Dowling, has launched a new book titled 'Merch: We Love Our Customers.' This 200-page work dives into how merchandise…

• Edenya: World's Largest Tropical Greenhouse Opens in Belgium with AGC Glass architecture-design

  Edenya, the largest tropical greenhouse globally dedicated to a protected zoological ecosystem, has opened at Pairi Daiza natural park in Brugelette, Belgium. This impressive…

• Reiyo The Giant Releases New Single 'Can't Call Me' other

  Bronx-born, Atlanta-based artist Reiyo The Giant has released her latest single, 'Can't Call Me,' via Safari Riot. The track, produced by Anwar Sawyer, known for his work with…

• Copio's Brick Bags Critique Fashion System at Fuksas' La Nuvola in Rome exhibition

  Artist copio presents 'FASHION IS A LIFESTYLE. Il peso della moda', a project featuring bags made entirely of brick, at the Edilsocialexpo B-CAD EXPO in Rome. The installation,…

• Massendefekt: Punkrock mit positivem Twist trotz harter Musikmarkt other

  Die Punkrockband Massendefekt aus Meerbusch veröffentlicht ihr neues Album „Massendefekt“ und zeigt sich trotz schwieriger Bedingungen im Musikgeschäft optimistisch. Im Interview…