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An Exclusive Conversation with VOLTA’s New Artistic Director, Lee Cavaliere
Lee Cavaliere is transforming Volta Art Fair with…
In Conversation With Julie Leopold, Founder and CEO of Enter Art Fair
Explore the journey of Enter Art Fair through the…
Interview: Sophie Neuendorf, Vice President of Artnet
Sophie Neuendorf shares her unique journey…
Richard Serra: The Poet of Iron
One of the most significant artists of his…
Art Brussels 40th Edition: Curated Highlights
Dive into Art Brussels 2024 with a curated…
Celebrating 150 Years of Impressionism
A series of events commemorates the 150th…
Art Paris 2024: Between Increased International Gallery Participation & New Curatorial Focus
Presenting over 136 galleries, 900+ artists, and…
Art Movement: American Realism
Read about the movement that wished to capture…
Susana Aldanondo – The Street as a Studio
Known for stepping out into the streets of New…
The Other Franz Kafka: The Visionary Writer’s Drawings That Were Meant To Be Destroyed
Explore the drawings of the inimitable author…
The Wrong Biennale: Editor’s Picks
Discover our picks from the world’s largest…
In Conversation With Leading Art Market Expert and Best-Selling Author Magnus Resch
Described as an 'art advisor in your pocket' a…
In Dreams — Symbols and Rituals in the Photography of Flor Garduño
Opening on February 15, a pop-up exhibition in…
250 Years of Caspar David Friedrich: Romanticism, Resonance and Reflection
Explore the life of Caspar David Friedrich, his…
Nan Goldin – Revolutionizing Photography Through Daring Intimacy
A journey through the artist's practice, from The…
The Year Ahead: the Art World in 2024
Discover the major art fairs, art trends and…
The Other Thom Yorke: The Visual Art of the Radiohead Star
Discover the visual art of Radiohead's Thom…
The Best Art Books of 2023
Explore some inspirational and beautiful titles…
Nevena Prijic on Her Creative Process, Inspiration and a New Mural at the Worcester Art Museum
LA-based artist Nevena Prijic combines a…
Art Antwerp 2023: Curated Picks by Gil Bronner & Heidi Ballet
Art Antwerp is back for its 3rd edition. Gil…
Interview: Simon Elliott, Creator of Hockney’s First-Ever Graphic Biography
In conversation with Simon Elliott about his…
Tracey Emin: Art that Imitates Life, Traumas and Everlasting Love
Read about Tracey Emin, the British artist known…
The Story of Per Kirkeby’s Brick Sculpture
Instantly recognizable, Per Kirkeby's brick…
10 Things You Might Not Know about Fernando Botero
Discover 10 facts about the iconic Colombian…
Paris Photo 2023: Editor’s Picks
Eastern European adolescence, women photographers…
Skagen Painters: The Art of Capturing Light
How a group of artists transformed a fishing…
David Shrigley: “Do What You Want to Do, Try Not to Get Bored”
The British artist on his latest book, the joys…
Fotografiska Berlin – Berlin’s New Photography Museum
The newly opened photography center focuses its…
Neo-Surrealist Artists Pushing the Limits of Imagination
Discover their work bridging the conscious and…
Photographers Who Used Color in Innovative Ways
See the groundbreaking work of some of the most…
Take the Money and Run: The Case Rundown
The legal battle between Kunsten Museum and an…
UNCURATED COLLECTION in VR | Collector Interview
Read our interview with Estevan Maestas, the…
The Most Famous Paintings by Edvard Munch
Learn how the Norwegian artist captured human…
Pointillism: The Power of Pure Color
Learn about the innovative painting technique…
Highlights of Market Art Fair 2023
Discover 5 artists to watch at this year's…
Interview: Sara Berner Bengtsson, Director & CEO of Market Art Fair
As we await for Market Art Fair to open its…
Small-Town American Life Illuminated in the Photographs of Gregory Crewdson
Gregory Crewdson creates meticulously staged…
Raphaël Isvy Collection in VR | Collector Interview
Read an exclusive interview with Raphaël Isvy, a…
Ai Weiwei: Art & Activism Beyond Boundaries
Discover the impact of Ai Weiwei and his art.
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Claudette Johnson
Challenges traditional representations of gender…
Interview with Contemporary Art Dealer & Collector Adam Baldwin
Explore the art market with Adam Baldwin from…
Jeff Koons: The Artist’s Blockbuster Series
Iconic works by one of the most well-known…
Fals & Prates Collection in VR | Collector Interview
Read an exclusive interview with J.B. Fals and…
Artist Interview: Peter Frederiksen
Read an exclusive interview with artist Peter…
Female Iconoclasts: Magdalena Abakanowicz
Read about Magdalena Abakanowicz, a pioneer of…
Van Gogh Exhibitions Not to Be Missed in 2023
We compiled a list of Vincent Van Gogh…
Top 5 Famous Basquiat Paintings Everyone Should Know
Discover some of the most captivating works by…
The Underdog Collection in VR | Collector Interview
Visit the Underdog Collection in VR and read an…
AI Art: The Future of Creativity or a Replacement for Human Talent?
Generative AI created a frenzied interest in its…
The Other E. E. Cummings: The Poet’s Modernist Paintings
Read about E. E. Cummings, the famous…
Top Picks from Artland’s Emerging and Contemporary Art Auction
Discover stunning works by established and…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Lynne Drexler
Lynne Drexler left the vibrant New York art scene…
The Art World in 2023: Major Fairs, Trends & Exhibitions
Discover the major art fairs, trends, and…
Top 10 Must-Visit Art Destinations in 2023
Check out the top 10 art destinations on our…
The Year in Review: The Major Moments that Shaped the Art World in 2022
From record-breaking auctions to the crypto…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Katarzyna Kobro
Read about Katarzyna Kobro, an important figure…
The 10 Best Art Books We Read in 2022
Explore a roundup of our favorite art…
Grainy Textures & Dreamy Atmospheres: Contemporary Impressionist Photography
Explore our selection of contemporary artists…
Georges Seurat: A Legacy of Dots and Daubs
Read about Georges Seurat, one of the pioneers of…
Holiday Gifts Art Lovers & Art Collectors Will Love
The ultimate gift guide to help you find the…
5 Artists to Watch During Miami Art Week 2022
We made a selection of 5 exciting young female…
KAWS: From Street Artist to Pop Art Phenomenon
Read how American artist and designer KAWS has…
Artist Interview: Vickie Vainionpää
Ahead of her solo exhibition at NADA at Miami Art…
Marina Abramović in Amsterdam: No Intermission & 7 Deaths of Maria Callas
Marina Abramović returns to Amsterdam with the…
Stories of Iconic Artworks: Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers
Learn more about Van Gogh's magnificent sunflower…
A Guide to Abstract Art
Abstract art holds a vast appeal to collectors.…
Highlights From Henri Matisse – The Colour of Ideas
Read our highlights of the recent Henri Matisse…
The Iranian Rebel Women of Soheila Sokhanvari
The paintings of Iranian artist Soheila…
The Ethereal Projects of the Architect That Inspired Blockbuster Cinema
Dive into the work of Ricardo Bofill, the…
Frieze London 2022: Which Painters Are On The Rise?
Read our breakdown of some of the thrilling…
Female Iconoclasts: Vera Molnár
Read about Vera Molnár, a pioneer of generative…
Highlights of SWAB Barcelona 2022
Discover the highlights of SWAB Barcelona 2022.…
Mary Cassatt: Story of a Radical American Impressionist in Paris
Often overlooked, Mary Cassatt was one of only…
Artist interview: Joseph Lee
Read an interview with actor and self-taught…
Bill Brandt: The Beautiful and the Sinister
Read about the sinister and Surrealist…
Artist Interview: Buket Savci
Bushwick-based Turkish painter Buket Savci tells…
Remembering Claes Oldenburg
Read about Claes Oldenburg, a significant Pop…
Art Movement: German Expressionism
Read about German Expressionism, an art movement…
Highlights Of Enter Art Fair 2022
Explore Enter Art Fair 2022 through the dazzling…
What is Generative Art?
Learn about generative art, from early pioneers…
Artist Interview: Jeffrey Gibson
Following his recent exhibition I AM YOUR…
Refik Anadol: Digitized Memories and Machine Hallucinations
Discover the works of AI artist Refik Anadol, who…
Neri Oxman: Designing For A Nature-Centric Future
Discover the work of tenured professor Neri…
Boundary-Breaking Sculptors of the 20th Century: Jean (Hans) Arp
Read about the art and life of Jean Arp, a…
Top Van Gogh Paintings Everyone Should Know
Discover the stories behind the most famous…
A New Master’s Degree to Train Skilled Art World Professionals
A new master's program aims to train skilled art…
Carrie Mae Weems, Art of a Radically Innovative Storyteller
Learn about one of the most celebrated…
Tracking the Art World’s Online Performance – A New Tool for the Industry & Insights From Pace
A new tool ranks the best online performing…
9 Artists Pushing the Boundaries of Contemporary Art with Needle and Stitch
Discover our selection of embroidery artists, who…
Colour as Language: Etel Adnan Retrospective at the Van Gogh Museum
Etel Adnan's art is celebrated alongside the art…
Cultural Center Andratx Becomes Mallorca’s Art Hotspot This Summer with COLLABORATIONS On Vacation
We had a chat with Thomas Asbæk about Mallorca's…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: The Draped Canvases of Color Field Painter Sam Gilliam
Read about Sam Gilliam, who helped redefine…
Interview: Alzueta Gallery on Digital Strategy and Online Presence
We had the chance to interview Juliana Sorondo,…
Vincent van Gogh: Life of the Post-Impressionist Master
Read about the life of Vincent van Gogh, who…
Highlights of Art Basel 2022: Notable Sales, Awards, Special Sections & Much More
In 2022 Art Basel has come back with full force…
Celebrating Pride Month – Artists Reflecting on Queerness & Identity
For Pride Month this year, we feature seven…
Art Exhibitions to See Around the World in Summer 2022
Galleries around the world have pulled off a…
Understanding Glass Art & its Techniques
Dive into the fascinating history and different…
The Checklist, Vol. 6: Pierre Huyghe’s ‘Influants’ at Esther Schipper, Berlin, 2011
Exhibitions from the past via facts that cannot…
Art Movement: Post-Impressionism
Post-Impressionism emerged as a reaction against…
Stories of Iconic Artworks: Vincent van Gogh’s ‘The Potato Eaters’
'The Potato Eaters' was Van Gogh’s first…
10 Poignant Works of Street Art Around The World in Support of Ukraine
Street artists have taken up their brushes and…
Land of Dreams – Interview with Shirin Neshat
In concurrence with the exhibition Shirin Neshat:…
The Venice Biennale 2022 at a Glance: Highlights & Awards
After a three-year hiatus, the Venice Biennale…
The Checklist, Vol. 5: Andrea Fraser’s ‘Untitled’ at Friedrich Petzel Gallery, New York, 2004
Exhibitions from the past via facts that cannot…
Jean-Michel Basquiat, From Street Artist to Star of the Art Scene
Read about the meteoric rise of Jean-Michel…
Agents Of Change: Artificial Intelligence – AI Art and How Machines Have Expanded Human Creativity
Read about the new field of digital art that is…
The Architect Shaping Africa’s Future: Diébédo Francis Kéré
Read on to learn about 2022 Pritzker Prize winner…
The Immersive Universe of Bridget Riley, the Artist That Hypnotized the World
Read about Bridget Riley, whose groundbreaking…
The Checklist, Vol. 4: William Edmondson at The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 1937
Exhibitions from the past via facts that cannot…
Artland Spotlight On: Black UK Artists Reshaping the British Contemporary Art Scene
We present a selection of Black UK artists who…
The Art and Dancing Figures of Keith Haring
Read about the life and work of Keith Haring, the…
Architectural Photography: Photographers of Yesterday & Today
Explore the works of 8 architectural…
Artistic Collaborations: Keith Haring & Grace Jones
Read about the legendary collaboration between…
Artist Interview: Inma Femenia – Of Hybrid Prints, Digital Colors, and Human Perception
Read our exclusive interview with Valencia-based…
The Checklist, Vol. 3: ‘an Exhibit’ at ICA Gallery, London, 1957
Exhibitions from the past via facts that cannot…
Flowers for Peace: The Anti-War Art of Maria Prymachenko
Read about Ukrainian folk artist Maria…
Outsider Art Fair New York 2022: 5 Must-See Booths & Artist Highlights
Discover our selection of 5 artists and gallery…
Value in Art – What Makes Art Valuable?
What makes art valuable? Dive into the different…
Takashi Murakami: Art & Collabs: Louis Vuitton and Much More
Learn about how Takashi Murakami and his movement…
Charlottenborg Spring Exhibition 2022: Meet the Award Winners
Meet the award winners of the 2022 Charlottenborg…
The Checklist, Vol. 2: Duane Hanson’s 1978 Survey at the Whitney Museum of American Art
Exhibitions from the past via facts that cannot…
Henri Matisse, the Artist Who Revolutionized Color
French artist Henri Matisse was one of the most…
Street Art: History of the Art Movement and the Artists That Turned Cities Into Open Sky Museums
Learn about how Street Art turned cities into…
A Short History of Digital Art: Between New Technologies & Innovative Artistic Practices
What is Digital Art? Read about the history of…
The Art World in 2022: Top Fairs, Future Trends & Much More
Our essential guide to 2022 in art: top art…
The 1995 Turner Prize Exhibition | The Checklist, Vol. 1
The Checklist looks at an exhibition from the…
Margaret Watkins, the Photographer Who Left a Mystery Behind
Read about Margaret Watkins, a forgotten…
Claude Monet: Bio & Paintings of the Founder of Impressionism
Read about the life, paintings, and legacy of…
Orphism: Ideas & Style of the Art Movement
Explore Orphism, the short-lived,…
Kara Walker: Reflecting on a Legacy of Violence – Bio & Art
Read about the work of Kara Walker, the American…
Banksy Shredded Painting: History & Latest Developments
We bring you the story of the ultimate art-world…
László Moholy-Nagy: Bio, Paintings, Photography & Sculpture
Discover how Moholy-Nagy's ideas influenced the…
Marcel Duchamp, the Father of Conceptual Art: Bio & Artworks
Marcel Duchamp was one of the most influential…
Shigeko Kubota: the Mother of Video Art
Shigeko Kubota, often referred to as 'the mother…
Ninth Street Women: 5 Women Behind Abstract Expressionism
The book 'Ninth Street Women' foregrounds five…
Banksy Street Art: The Artist’s Best Graffiti – Essential City Guide
We take you on a tour of some of the most famous…
The Stolen Stories of Kojo Marfo | Artist Interview
Read an exclusive interview with London-based…
Standards & Practices, Vol. 19: Out of Touch and Out of Time
In his last edition of Standards & Practices,…
Baroque: Art, Definition & Style of an Era
Learn about Baroque, a style spanning art,…
Fauvism: Definition, Art & Characteristics
Learn about Fauvism, the short-lived avant-garde…
Controversial Architecture: The Buildings We Learned To Love
Take a look at some of the most controversial…
Art Deco Design: Top 9 Famous Artists Who Defined the Style
From jewellery to furniture design, meet the most…
Sonia Delaunay: Abstract Art Between Fashion & Painting
Sonia Delaunay was a pioneer of abstract art in…
Contemporary Caribbean Art Reflecting on Diaspora & Identity
Explore how the visual expressions of Caribbean…
Mika Rottenberg: Surrealistic Art Revealing an Absurd Reality
Mika Rottenberg creates art that blurs the…
Sidney Nolan: Australia’s (Almost) Forgotten Art Superstar
Once Australia’s most famous artist, Sidney Nolan…
Dansaekhwa: Exploring the Korean Art of Monochrome Painting
Dansaekhwa refers to the Korean art of…
Feminist Art: History & Most Relevant Artists
What is Feminist Art and how did it reshape…
Art Toronto 2021: Spotlight on Contemporary Indigenous Artists
Experience Art Toronto 2021 virtually through the…
Piet Mondrian: Bio & Famous Paintings
Piet Mondrian was a leading figure of abstract…
Les Demoiselles d’Avignon: Analysis of Picasso’s Iconic Painting
Les Demoiselles d’Avignon is one of Picasso’s…
Picasso Ceramics: History & Works for Sale
Forever changing Western art's relationship to…
Sustainability in the Art World: Fighting the Environmental Crisis
The art world is urged to face its impact on the…
Next Gen Collectors: Meet a New Generation of Art Collectors
A new generation of art collectors is rapidly…
Cy Twombly – Photographs of an Abstract Expressionist
Cy Twombly's ethereal Polaroids are a less-known…
Silhouettes: Art Between Light and Shadow
Silhouettes have been a prominent feature in the…
Francesca Woodman & Her Haunting Self-Portrait Photography
Francesca Woodman was a prolific female…
Art Deco Furniture: Style & Characteristics
After a century of its golden days, the iconic…
Wassily Kandinsky: Famous Paintings & Bio
Wassily Kandinsky is generally regarded as the…
Paul Poiret: The King of Fashion – Bio & Designs
Paul Poiret was a French couturier who epitomized…
Alphonse Mucha: Bio & Art Nouveau Posters
Alphonse Mucha was an Art Nouveau painter,…
Louis Comfort Tiffany. Biography & Works
Dive into the work of Louis Comfort Tiffany, an…
How National Galleries Are Re-Thinking Art History
Discover how national galleries confront the need…
Standards & Practices, Vol. 18: Tell Me Everything
Following this year's edition of The Armory Show,…
Mies van der Rohe – Biography & Famous Buildings
An iconic figure of 20th-century art and design,…
Performance Art: Top 10 Artists
From early developers to current mold-breakers,…
Diane Arbus: Radical Photographer
Explore the life's work of Diane Arbus, who…
Pasolini: Drawings and Paintings
Pier Paolo Pasolini was known for his subversive…
Antoni Gaudí – Biography & Projects
Biography and projects of Antoni Gaudí, whose…
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec – The Artist of Parisian Nightlife
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a 19th-century…
Gustav Klimt – Life and Paintings of Klimt
Life and paintings of Gustav Klimt, one of the…
Highlights of Enter Art Fair 2021
Experience the highlights of Enter Art Fair 2021…
10 Books Illustrated by Great Artists
Many great visual artists have illustrated books,…
The Other Jim Jarmusch: Collage Art by the Founding Father of Independent Cinema
Filmmaker Jim Jarmusch has another passion:…
Interview with Mary Rozell – UBS Art Collection
Interview with Mary Rozell, Global Head of UBS…
Aubrey Beardsley – Biography & Works of Beardsley
Despite his mercilessly short life Aubrey…
Op Art: What is Op Art and Famous Works
Op Art employs tricks of visual perception and…
Artland Spotlight on: Letters and Words
What happens when the universal language of…
Five Iconic Artist Friendships
Artists need other artists to challenge, inspire,…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Sophie Taeuber-Arp
A leading pioneer of 20th-century abstraction,…
The Multifaceted Artistic Practice of Étienne Chambaud
Étienne Chambaud’s art is often described as an…
Standards and Practices Vol. 17: New Thoughts on Ugliness. Visualisation, and Hans Haacke’s Dream
In this edition of Standards & Practices, William…
Five Artists Creating Burgeoning Ecologies
Explore five artists who use the visual lexicon…
The Polish School of Posters
Dive into the unique visual language of the…
Interview With Bosnian Photographer Almin Zrno
We sat down with Almin Zrno, one of Bosnia’s most…
The Impossible Worlds Of M.C. Escher
Despite the popularity of his optical illusions,…
Pushing the Boundaries of Contemporary Sound Art
Explore a selection of contemporary sound…
A Journey Through Bio and Eco-Art
Through Bio and Eco-Art, contemporary artists…
Female Iconoclasts: Frida Kahlo
Discover the work of Frida Kahlo, whose turbulent…
Female Iconoclasts: Marina Abramović
Read about performance artist Marina Abramović,…
How Art Memes Have Become the Art World’s Newest Form of Criticism
We examine the ways art memes have contributed to…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: María Izquierdo
Mexican artist María Izquierdo was once the…
The Art of Repetition: Top 10 Pattern Artists
From art inspired by ancient patterns to Op and…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Hannah Ryggen
Explore the work of textile artist Hannah Ryggen,…
Memorable Photographs At Iconic Music Festivals
Explore iconic moments of the world’s most famous…
A Perfect Antidote to Disquiet Times: The Goofy Creatures of Szabolcs Bozó
The humorous, energetic and cartoonish figures of…
The Twisted Genius of Salvador Dalí
Take a look into the surreal mind of Salvador…
Artistic Collaborations: Jackie Matisse and the Art of Her Time
Dive into the incredible work of Jackie Matisse,…
Donna Huanca’s Espejo Quemada at Ballroom Marfa
Learn more on Espejo Quemada, the first major…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Seydou Keïta
Seydou Keïta is one of the most famous…
10 Artworks To Get You in the Mood For Summer
We celebrate summer with a selection of paintings…
The Ultimate Guide to Contemporary Art
Read Artland's ultimate guide to contemporary art…
Standards & Practices Vol. 16: Cooler Heads. Yue Minjun and the Lessons of the Recent Past
In this week's edition of Standards & Practices,…
When Network Science Meets the Art Museum
Discover how recent breakthroughs in network…
Female Iconoclasts: Olga de Amaral
Displaying a uniquely unapologetic use of gold,…
Damien Hirst: the ‘Enfant Terrible’ of the Art World
Damien Hirst emerged onto the art scene in the…
The Other Bob Dylan: Visual Art by the Music Legend
Bob Dylan, one of the world's most influential…
Gio Ponti: Human Architecture
Explore the work of Italian architect and…
Exploring Parallel Universes: Interview with Liu Di
We had a conversation with Chinese concept and…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Martín Ramírez
Martín Ramírez created a stunning visual world of…
Lee Miller: Surrealist, Avant-Garde Photographer, Muse and War Correspondent
Lee Miller was a Surrealist, model, muse, and…
Reimagining Spaces with Matrix Feminist Design Co-operative
The Matrix Feminist Design Co-operative was one…
Divine Horsemen: Maya Deren and Haitian Vodou
Dive into the work of Maya Deren, the…
The World’s Most Remote Art Installations
From New Mexico to Japan, we travel to the most…
How Okwui Enwezor Remapped the Art World
Dive into the curatorial practice of the peerless…
Bettina Pousttchi: Unveiling Amplifier, a Monumental Site-Specific Installation at Berlin’s Konzerthaus
Marking the 200-year anniversary of the…
VIVART 2021: Breaking Down the Art Studio Walls
Artland supports VIVART 2021, a vibrant festival…
Highlights Of Copenhagen Photo Festival: The Censored Exhibition
Get a taste of this year's edition of Copenhagen…
The Other John Cage: The Composer’s Visual Art
Few people know about the visual art of composer…
Lost (And Found) Artist Series: Bill Traylor
The iconic visual language of Bill Traylor…
The Art of Depicting Dreams
Artists have been depicting dreams in their art…
Jo Van Gogh-Bonger: The Woman Who Made the Legend
A look at the life of Jo van Gogh-Bonger,…
The Visionary Photographs of Man Ray
Revolutionary photographer Man Ray began with…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Amaranth Ehrenhalt
Amaranth Ehrenhalt was an American artist who…
A World of Barriers: Questioning Access for Disabled Artists and Audiences
As we open the physical gates to the art world…
William Pym, Standards & Practices, Vol. 15: Justine Kurland’s Continuing Story of Freedom in America
In this week's edition of Standards & Practices,…
Shaping Identities: Contemporary Greenlandic Artists
We dive into the artistic practice of emerging…
Celebrated Artists Who Found Inspiration in Literature
Throughout history, artists have found great…
Artland Spotlight On: Black and White Street Photography
Enjoy our selection of black and white street…
Interview With Emerging Artist Chris Soal
We had a conversation with award-winning,…
Joseph Beuys: Healing a Wounded World
We celebrate the centennial of Joseph Beuys, who…
Artland Spotlight On: Korean Artists
For the avid art collector and the art lover…
The Gallery of Lost Art
Dive into The Gallery of Lost Art, a project by…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Rose Hilton
Rose Hilton was a British painter who only…
Decolonizing Identity through Latin American Visual Art
We enter a new chapter of appreciation for…
The World in Pictures: 2021 World Press Photo Contest
The World Press Photo Contest recognizes the best…
Female Iconoclasts: Shirin Neshat
Iranian artist Shirin Neshat's stirring body of…
Lucio Fontana: the Slashes on Canvas that Redefined How Art is Created
Argentinian-Italian artist Lucio Fontana is…
10 Artist Residencies Around the World
Artist residencies welcome artists to reflect on…
Éva Besnyő: Photography as a Means of Achieving Freedom
Éva Besnyő was a distinctive representative of…
William Pym, Standards & Practices, Volume 14: A Mellowing Dictator
William Pym's 'Standards and Practices' column on…
Female Iconoclasts: Yoko Ono
Explore the work of famous multidisciplinary…
Iconic Designer Chairs Everyone Should Know
Both aesthetic and functional, designer chairs…
The Provocative and Psychedelic Art of The Hairy Who
Neither an art movement nor a style, the Hairy…
In Praise Of The Ellipse: A Tribute to Turi Simeti
We revisit the myriad forms of Italian Zero…
Unveiling Renée Stotijn’s Hidden Art
When Dutch artist Renée Stotijn passed away in…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Tehching Hsieh
Striking in his commitment to physically and…
Between Music and Visual Arts: Iconic Album Art Vol. 2
Discover iconic sleeves and tune in for selected…
From Matisse to Rothko: Artist-Designed Chapels
Explore with us some of the most stunning and…
Art Movement: Art Deco
Unifying visual arts, architecture, and design,…
The Rise of the Private Art Museum
The private museum has emerged as an alternative…
The Other Salvador Dalí: How the King of Surrealism Made is Mark on Cinema
Salvador Dalí is remembered for his striking…
Master of Light: Tadao Ando
Tadao Ando, a self-taught architect and the 1995…
Eddie Martinez: Street Energy and American Abstraction
Brooklyn-based artist Eddie Martinez merges the…
Nigerian Artist Dennis Osadebe On Isolation, Neo-Africa, and the Abundant Lagos Art Scene
Dennis Osadebe gives insights into his creative…
Going Once, Going Twice, Sold! Art Auctions Through History
We retrace the history of art auctions, from…
HuskMitNavn: the Danish Artist Who Celebrates the Subtle Moments of Life
HuskMitNavn has made his name both in Denmark and…
MAN-MAID-NATURE. In Conversation with Artist Pernille Egeskov and Curator Claire Gould
We had the opportunity to speak with artist…
Iconic Artworks: Dorothea Lange’s Migrant Mother
Dorothea Lange's Migrant Mother became one of the…
The Art of Cooking: Artists in the Kitchen
Sharing a meal can be an artistic experience,…
Art Movement: CoBrA
CoBrA was an international art movement of…
9 Famous Artists Who Destroyed Their Own Work
From Michaelangelo to Georgia O’Keeffe, learn…
Crypto Art Boom: Changing the Art Market
The art world fell head over heels for crypto…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Judy Rifka
After fading from the art world’s attention,…
Le Corbusier: Between Modernity and Controversy
Talented and divisive, adored and detested, Le…
Thomas Hirschhorn and Our Life in Ruins
Swiss installation artist Thomas Hirschhorn’s…
Lost in the Stacks: Art Bookstores Around the World
Art bookstores serve as community centers,…
Exploring Abstraction: Ed Moses’ Whiplines, Waterfalls and Worms
During his long art career, Ed Moses traversed…
The Strength in Vulnerability, the Beauty in Transition, and the Necessity of Change. Rineke Dijkstra’s Portraits
With her iconic portraits, Dutch photographer…
Lost (and Found) Artist Series: Sonia Gomes
Sonia Gomes is a Brazilian artist known for her…
Tycoons And The Art World: The Most Valuable Private Art Collections
Some of the most valuable works of art are part…
Female Iconoclasts: Niki de Saint Phalle
Female iconoclast Niki de Saint Phalle found her…
Robert Mapplethorpe – Beauty and the Devil
Explore the work of artist Robert Mapplethorpe,…
Eye Candy: the Best Museum Accounts to Follow on Instagram
Follow the ten best museum instagram accounts to…
Saving Nina Simone’s Childhood Home: From Singer’s Home To Artist Retreat
In 2017, four well known Black New York artists…
Spot the Difference: Modernism vs. Modernisme
Modernism and Modernisme in architecture are two…
Museums Without Walls: How Artists’ Books Have Created a New Genre
What happens when artists approach the format or…
Nazi Plunder: A History of Missing and Recovered Art Treasures
We follow the fate of famous Nazi-looted works of…
Art Movements: Precisionism
Precisionism was the first indigenous modern art…
Alberto Giacometti – Art As a Means of Seeing
Alberto Giacometti created some of the most…
Agents Of Change: Leica. How The Iconic Camera Changed Photography
Discover how the Leica camera became the…
Lost Architecture. Buildings That No Longer Exist
Iconic buildings have been demolished time and…
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Stealing Art: When Men Took Credit for Women’s Work
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The Life and Legacy of the Spiral Group
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The Shows That Made Contemporary Art History: Primary Structures
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The Shows That Made Contemporary Art History: The Ninth Street Show
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From Picasso to Haring: Striking Artist Murals Around the World
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The Shows That Made Contemporary Art History: The International Surrealist Exhibition of 1938
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Functional Art? Art, Design and the fluidity of genres
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Agents Of Change: The Internet. Net Art and How The World Wide Web Has Created A New Medium
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Commercial Art? When Fine Art Is Enlisted To Sell
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Art Beyond Boundaries. The Raw Appeal of Outsider Art
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Appropriation! When Art Inspires Other Art
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Supporting The Protest. Street Artists Across the Globe Pay Tribute to George Floyd With Dazzling Murals
Street artists around the world have paid tribute…
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From Antiquity to Modernity, How Art Fairs Became A Cultural Mainstay
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From Museum to Basement and Back: The Incredible History Of A Russian Avant-Garde Treasure
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Looking ‘At’ Not ‘Through’. The Art of Stained Glass
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The Gee’s Bend Quiltmakers: Art with Folk Traditions
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How Social Media Is Shaping Art
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Art Won’t Stop. New Artists To Keep An Eye On In This (Crazy) 2020
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Artistic Collaborations: Elsa Schiaparelli & the Early 20th Century Avant-garde
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Me and You and Everyone We Know: How the…
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Art About Art: When The Artist Studio & Practice Is The Subject
When artists make art about the process of…
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William Pym: Notes From The End of An Art Market
William Pym opines that the beginning of an end…
Gesamtkunstwerk, the Total Work Of Art Through the Ages
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The Other Patti Smith – The Visual Art of the Punk-Poet Legend
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Ulay: An Artist Between Life and Performance
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Euan Uglow was a British artist known for his…
Cursed Images: A Short History of The Uncanny
Cursed images, or the uncanny, is a concept that…
Infrared Photography: Secrets Beneath The Surface
How Infrared Photography can shed light on what…
Wang Chuan: Embrace The Healing Power of Art
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Miriam Cahn is a Swiss artist known for her work…
Immersion (Piss Christ): Stories of Iconic Artworks
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Line Art. Follow Where It Leads
line art is the most elemental gesture or stroke…
Album Art: Ten Examples of Iconic Collaborations Between Artists & Musicians
From Lady Gaga to The Rolling Stones, musicians &…
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Georgia O'Keeffe was one of the most significant…
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John Copeland 'I Feel It In My Bones' at…
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Brutalist architecture, or Brutalism, is an…
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Tamara de Lempicka rendered the wealth, excess,…
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Ruth Asawa was a Japanese-American artist who is…
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Conceptual Art: Development and Evolution
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