Art News
Rome's Paola Egonu Mural Defaced in Act of Racist Vandalism
Aug 28, 2024
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A mural of Olympic volleyball champion Paola Egonu, created by street artist Laika, was defaced, sparking renewed debates on racism and integration in Italy, with political figures expressing outrage and Laika proposing to repaint the entire wall in defiance.
Lifestyle
Artmajeur Magazine N°31
Sep 27, 2024
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The 31st issue of Artmajeur Magazine for autumn 2024 offers a rich exploration of contemporary art, featuring highlights on international artists such as Luca Brandi, Brazo, Dmitry Ersler, and a special series on Nigerian creators and blue portraits. This issue invites readers to discover vibrant and innovative works that reflect the diversity of today's artistic expressions.
Art News
The sculpture Le Bras d’Elon: James Colomina strikes hard in Barcelona
Feb 11, 2025
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A shocking red sculpture by James Colomina has appeared at a Tesla charging station in Barcelona , representing Elon Musk's forearm in a Nazi salute , in order to denounce authoritarianism, extremism and the influence of power figures . With this provocative work, the committed artist uses street art to provoke critical reflection on the excesses of power and the societal responsibilities linked to technological innovation .
Art News
Restoration of anti-femicide fresco in Rome marks International Women's Day
Mar 10, 2025
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The mural against femicide, located in Via dei Lucani in Rome, is being restored thanks to a mobilization of over 30 artists and activists, supported by the Feminist Art Coalition (FAC) . This symbolic act, carried out on the occasion of International Women's Day , aims to preserve the memory of the victims and raise awareness against gender violence.
Art News
Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale
Mar 15, 2024
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The Vatican selects controversial artist Maurizio Cattelan for its Venice Biennale Pavilion, showcasing an installation at the Giudecca Women’s Prison. The exhibition, "With My Eyes," aims to merge art and spirituality, emphasizing empathy and societal reintegration through inmate collaboration.
Pop Culture
Miniaturist Artist: Her Tiny Version of Monet Reunited with the Original
Jul 21, 2023
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Ana Sofía Casaverde, Peruvian artist, went to the National Gallery of Art to admire "Woman with a Parasol", a work that she had painstakingly reproduced with the help of a needle.
Art History
Shepard Fairey: Art for Social Change
Jul 5, 2024
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Shepard Fairey, aka "Obey," revolutionized urban art with his impactful and engaged works, tackling themes of social justice and anti-consumerism. Through his mixed media and international collaborations, he continues to prove that art can be a powerful vehicle for social and cultural change.
Art History
Contemporary Street Art: How Banksy's Little Girl with a Balloon became an icon
Sep 8, 2021
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Balloon girl or Girl with Balloon is one of Banksy’s most important works. It demonstrates the graffiti stencil technique that has made Banksy famous around the globe.
Artist Portraits
Lucian Tidorescu: A unique vision of the world, between satire, poetry and visual audacity
May 9, 2024
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Lucian Tidorescu is a Romanian painter whose works combine vibrant colors, visual narrative, and a critical outlook on the world. His unique style is as compelling for its graphic beauty as it is for the depth of its subject matter.
Artist Portraits
Sabrina Seck: Color at the service of the soul
May 8, 2024
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Sabrina Seck is a contemporary German artist whose works, blending abstraction and figuration, celebrate nature, freedom, and the connection between humans and animals. Her unique style, deeply emotional and committed, makes her an emerging figure in the world of contemporary art.
Artist Portraits
Gardani: Between Magical Realism and Pop Culture, an Essential Artistic Signature
Feb 12, 2025
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Gardani is a self-taught contemporary artist whose unique style blends classical realism and pop culture with striking visual boldness. Through his colorful and symbolic works, he tells a universal story of love, peace, and modern identity.
Invest in Art
The Art Investor's Radar: Styles and Artists to Watch This Spring
Apr 16, 2025
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In the spring of 2025, three major trends will influence the art market: eco-responsibility with organic forms, the importance of storytelling in artworks, and the rise of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. These trends are transforming not only artistic aesthetics, but also the way investors can anticipate market developments and seize sustainable and cutting-edge investment opportunities.
Art History
David LaChapelle
Jul 5, 2023
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David LaChapelle is an American photographer and director known for his distinctive and surreal style of photography. He gained fame for his work in fashion, celebrity portraiture, and commercial advertising, producing iconic and visually striking images that often blur the lines between fine art and commercial photography.
Lifestyle
Angelina Jolie: A Multifaceted Journey through Film, Art, and Philanthropy
Oct 30, 2023
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Angelina Jolie is an American actress, filmmaker, and humanitarian known for her extensive film career, humanitarian efforts, and her deep interest in art. She has a diverse art collection, appreciating contemporary art in various forms, and has actively incorporated art themes into her work, both as an actress and a filmmaker.
Artist Portraits
Eduardo Kobra: The Vibrant Voice of Urban Art
Aug 2, 2024
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Eduardo Kobra is a contemporary Brazilian street artist known for his large-scale murals that burst with vibrant colors and intricate details. His work often pays homage to historical figures and events, reimagining them through a kaleidoscopic lens....
Artist Portraits
Sebastien Devore, the art that hides a message
Jan 12, 2022
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Sebastien Devore's paintings, the result of extensive research and preparatory drawings, generally contain a message, a feeling or a food for thought ...
Artist Portraits
Bill Hammond: New Zealand’s Iconic Zoomorphic Paintings
Nov 14, 2024
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Bill Hammond was a renowned New Zealand artist known for his dreamlike paintings that often explored the relationship between humanity and nature, inspired by his visit to the remote Auckland Islands. His work is characterized by a unique blend of intricate detail, flattened landscapes, and symbolic figures, addressing themes of cultural identity and the consequences of human impact on the environment.
Artist Portraits
Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art
Jun 24, 2024
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14 minutes read
Keith Haring was an iconic American artist known for his vibrant, bold, and energetic artwork that often featured a mix of symbols, figures, and patterns. His unique style transcended traditional art boundaries, transforming everyday urban spaces into dynamic canvases...
Art History
J. M. W. Turner
Mar 30, 2023
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J. M. W. Turner (1775-1851) was an English Romantic landscape painter. Turner's work is characterized by bold colors, loose brushwork, and innovative compositions. He was particularly interested in capturing light and atmospheric effects in his paintings and is renowned for his ability to convey the beauty and power of nature.
Art History
Top 10: Portraits of Hip Hop Singers
Jul 30, 2023
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Before I start with my selection of portraits, depicting some of the best Hip hop singers ever, I would like to briefly highlight how this latest form of musical expression has, since its inception, influenced multiple aspects of society, including, both the world of art, fashion and visual culture more generally...
Art News
Joy Millward: The strategic shadow behind Banksy, between street art and politics
Apr 10, 2025
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Banksy's wife, Joy Millward, is a political strategist whose lobbying experience reinforces the artistic and political impact of her husband's work. Discreet yet influential, she plays a key role in preserving Banksy's anonymity and successfully merging street art with a social message.
Art News
Toledo Museum of Art acquires NFT using cryptocurrency
Nov 19, 2024
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The Toledo Museum of Art has acquired the NFT Abyssinian Queen by Ethiopian collective Yatreda using cryptocurrencies, marking a milestone in the adoption of digital art and blockchain. The move symbolizes the museum’s commitment to emerging art trends and celebrates the lasting impact of Ethiopian art through digital storytelling.
Art News
Art Meets Censorship: Stedelijk Blocks Ahmet Öğüt's Work
Nov 6, 2024
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The Stedelijk Museum declined to loan Ahmet Öğüt's artwork "Bakunin’s Barricade," citing the need to protect students involved in protests in Amsterdam. This decision has sparked debate over artistic freedom and institutional responsibility regarding politically charged works.
Art History
CoBrA : the childhood of art or art as a celebration
Apr 19, 2017
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This international movement bringing together Danish (Asger Jorn), Dutch (Appel Karel), Belgian (Corneille, Pierre Alechinsky) painters and Belgian surrealist poets (Christian Dotremont and Joseph Noiret), liberated artistic expression by breaking away from opposition classic between figurative and abstract expression.
Artist Portraits
Hetty Hameleers: When photography becomes a breath of soul and nature
Jan 17, 2025
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Hetty Hameleers creates powerful works that blend photography and digital art to raise awareness of the fragile beauty of the animal world. Produced in museum-quality limited editions, her portraits are deeply moving and represent a meaningful artistic investment.
Artist Portraits
Iuliia Sumkina (J.Bag'S): Art as the language of the soul
Jun 30, 2024
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Iuliia Sumkina (J.Bag'S) is a cosmopolitan contemporary artist whose powerful works blend intimate emotions, social criticism, and modern aesthetics. On the rise, she opened her own gallery in Europe and represents a promising opportunity for art collectors and investors.
Art History
Artistic Expressions of Faith: Eid al-Adha's Religious Heritage
Mar 12, 2024
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Religious art plays a pivotal role in expressing the cultural and spiritual significance of Eid al-Adha. Through intricate calligraphy, vivid paintings, and symbolic motifs, artists convey the essence of sacrifice, faith, and community unity associated with this auspicious occasion...
Art History
Revealing Epiphany: Exploring the Artistic Tapestry of Divine Manifestation
Feb 29, 2024
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Epiphany is a significant religious celebration in Christianity, marking the revelation of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles through the visit of the Magi and his baptism by John the Baptist...
Lifestyle
Jessica Capra: A Curator Committed to Care to Care
Feb 12, 2025
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Jessica Capra, a curator and art historian based in Munich, develops committed cultural projects that place Care at the heart of artistic creation. Through her collaborations and artist selections, she highlights works that explore care in its multiple forms – individual, social and environmental – making art a lever for transformation and collective reflection.
Art News
World Health Day 2025: Art for Maternal and Newborn Health
Feb 24, 2025
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In 2025, the World Health Day theme, “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures,” highlights the importance of maternal and newborn health as the foundation of thriving communities. This year’s campaign emphasizes the transformative power of art in raising awareness, advocating for health rights, and fostering emotional healing.
Art News
Artists' Protest at National Gallery Sparks Debate on US-Israel Relations
Nov 6, 2023
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Artists Nicholas Galanin and Merritt Johnson have requested the removal of their sculpture from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., in protest of US funding for Israel. Their decision has ignited a broader conversation about art, politics, and foreign policy in the United States.
Artist Portraits
Barbsie: I’ve always been interested in painting
Apr 2, 2024
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"I’ve always been interested in painting and I love the process but the decision to become an artist came after my psychological transformation. I realized art possess the power of to make changes in someone’s life."...
Art History
The Richness and Diversity of Diwali Art
Apr 15, 2024
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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.
Art News
Pharrell Williams Pays Tribute to Black Femininity at Perrotin
Apr 2, 2025
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The exhibition FEMMES , curated by Pharrell Williams at Galerie Perrotin Paris from March 20 to April 19, 2025, pays tribute to Black womanhood through the works of nearly 40 international artists. Exploring themes such as identity, lineage, and textile art, it celebrates the diversity of Black voices and challenges traditional narratives of art history.
Art History
Saturn Devouring His Son by Francisco Goya
Apr 7, 2023
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"Saturn Devouring His Son" is a painting by Francisco Goya that is part of his series of murals known as the Black Paintings...
Art News
Frieze Los Angeles 2025: A Beacon of Hope in the Heart of Adversity
Feb 21, 2025
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Frieze Los Angeles 2025 stands as a symbol of resilience and creativity, bringing together more than 130 international galleries to support the local arts community impacted by the recent wildfires.