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The New Yorker opens its Archive for the Public to Showcase its History with Culture. As The New Yorker marks its 100th anniversary in 2025, the magazine is a renowned publication amongst its readers, who range from teenagers to office-going adults to creative individuals. The publication not just celebrates its milestone with special issues and […]
A Look at The New Yorker Centennial Timeline: 1925-2025 Read More »
“The artist must have something to say, for mastery over form is not his goal but rather the adapting of form to its inner meaning.” –Wassily Kandinsky Abstract expressionism in Vasanth Rao’s art involves acknowledging its ability to transcend physical reality and evoke deeper emotional and metaphysical connections. Spirituality profoundly influences his creative process, shaping
Vasanth Rao’s Concept of Spiritualty and Sensousness in Abstract Art Read More »
Marino Marini’s Modernist Transformation Marino Marini transformed Italian sculpture through his distorted visions only in a way a true modernist would; radically transforming something without a care for the past or the traditions it holds. He was born today, 27th February 1901. Marini was one of the most celebrated Western sculptors of the 20th century
The Downfall of Victorious Heroes in Marino Marini’s Equestrian Sculptures Read More »
In focus: Deval Metal Art | Deval Verma Picture an artistic oeuvre that is a testament to the mastery of physics, engineering, and design. Each sculpture is a powerful, gleaming personification of the industrial aesthetic, projecting awe-inspiring scale and sleekness; the intricacy of every piece is almost meditative. And the best part? It’s all made
Melding sustainability and design; Scrap to sculpture Read More »
Venice Biennale Curators Dropped by the Board for Past Controversial Works Khaled Sabsabi has been removed as Australia’s representative at the Venice Biennale, a decision that has sparked significant controversy and led to several resignations at Creative Australia, the organization responsible for the Australian Pavilion. This “Sabsabi cancellation protest” sparked a reaction amongst his peers.
Artists Worldwide Protest in Favour of Sabsabi’s Freedom of Expression Read More »
Maurizio Cattelan’s Cheeky Humor If you don’t know who Maurizio Cattelan is till now, it is your fault. The Italian artist has been in the news for a while, gaining notoriety for ‘Comedian’, which is essentially a banana duct-taped to a wall. But make no mistake, as this clever piece of art was sold for
Three Men Face Trial for an “Audacious” Cattelan’s Golden Toilet Heist Read More »
The British Arts Sector Could Potentially Be Violating a Law by Not Paying Their Interns for Their Roles The Sutton Trust, a charity that aims to improve social mobility in the UK, found that 86% of interns in the UK’s creative sector were unpaid as of 2018. Progress has been incremental. The trust said in November
Unpaid Interns in the Art Sector are Not a Free Workforce, Experts say. Read More »
19th Century Art and Honoré Daumier Honoré Daumier was a prominent 19th-century, who was born today, on 26th February 1808. The protagonist of French realism, he was an artist and printmaker, who was known for his political caricatures. With his sharp wit and acerbic humour, Daumier mounted scathing attacks on the corrupt ruling establishment and
Daumier’s Humorous Caricatures of the Church, Monarchy, and Judiciary Read More »
Art Collection can be a complex process to navigate from the valuation of artworks to certification and financing. However, It extends beyond that, one needs to sort out various legal provisions which can influence the ownership, authenticity and transfer of artworks. Let’s take a look at some legal provisions in Art collecting as part of
Legal Provisions on Arts Ownership and Authenticity Read More »
Can Blasphemy be Art and Turn Objects of Faith into Symbols of Free Expression? Fabián Cháirez’s latest exhibition in Mexico City has drawn the attention of religious and right-wing groups who accuse the artist of “Christianophobia.” Reminiscent of the recent accusations on legendary Indian contemporary artist and modernist, M. F Hussain, depicting Hindu deities, Ganesha
Suggestive Paintings of Queer Priests and Nuns Spark Controversy in Mexico Read More »