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The Art of Sukkot and its Cultural Evolution

Art history • Apr 18, 2024 • 7 minutes read
Sukkot, the Feast of Booths, is a tradition-rich Jewish celebration, where temporary sukkahs and the four species symbolize dependence on and gratitude to God for protection and harvests. Sukkot art, through illustrations, installations and digital works, serves not only to educate but also to strengthen cultural identity by interpreting these ancestral themes in a modern and inclusive way.

Benin Boosts Economy Through Cultural Development

Art news • Apr 18, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Benin is boosting its economy by investing €250 million in cultural development, including new museums and a cultural quarter in Cotonou, aiming to enhance tourism and create jobs through the arts.

Celestial Journey: Exploring the Artistic Heritage of Isra and Mi'raj

Art history • Apr 17, 2024 • 17 minutes read
In Islamic art, the constraints imposed by aniconism—a reluctance to represent sentient beings—have propelled calligraphy to the forefront of religious expression. This is particularly evident in the depiction of significant events like the Isra and Mi'raj...

AI resurrects Dalí's voice at the Dalí Museum in Florida

Art news • Apr 17, 2024 • 2 minutes read
The Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, has launched an AI-powered campaign that replicates the voice of Salvador Dalí, allowing visitors to interact with a virtual version of the artist. This innovative project uses machine learning models to animate archival materials, offering a conversational experience with Dalí's digital persona.

Representations of Yom Kippur in Art

Art history • Apr 16, 2024 • 10 minutes read
The depiction of Yom Kippur in art reveals how artists have captured themes of repentance, redemption, and solemnity through various media, highlighting iconic works such as Maurycy Gottlieb's "Yom Kippur" and Micha's "Jonah." Bar-Am. These works illustrate the deep impact and spiritual significance of the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

Efka9: I have always loved drawing

Artists Portraits • Apr 16, 2024 • 4 minutes read
"As far back as I can remember, I have always loved drawing, painting, cutting, pasting, coloring, creating. No doubt this is partly genetic with many artists in my family, sculptors, painters, and musicians"...

See What's Trending: The Most Popular Styles on Artmajeur!

Art history • Apr 16, 2024 • 13 minutes read
The best-selling styles and genres on Artmajeur are: Pop Art, Street Art, Abstract Art, Portraiture, and Landscape. Do you want to know the reason why most collectors choose these trends or subjects?...

At Coachella, architectural installations overshadow top musical artists

Art news • Apr 16, 2024 • 2 minutes read
At this year's Coachella, a standout architectural-art installation called "Monarchs: A House in Six Parts" captivates attendees with its innovative design by Leslie Lok and Sasa Zivkovic. This towering structure, combining 3D-printed concrete and robotically shaped plywood, offers both a visual spectacle and a practical refuge from the desert sun.

An artist ousted from the Venice Biennale strikes back in Venice

Art news • Apr 15, 2024 • 2 minutes read
Ignacy Czwartos, initially chosen to represent Poland at the 2024 Venice Biennale but later excluded, will open his independent exhibition "Polonia Uncensored" in Venice on April 20. The show responds to his original works being dropped after a change in government, and he criticizes this act as a new form of censorship by Poland's current administration.

The Richness and Diversity of Diwali Art

Diwali • Apr 15, 2024 • 11 minutes read
Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is a major Hindu festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. In art, Diwali is often depicted through vibrant paintings, intricate rangoli designs, and illuminated sculptures, capturing the joyous spirit and cultural significance of the celebration.

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