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Death of Koyo Kouoh, curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale

Death of Koyo Kouoh, curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale

Art news • 3 minutes read
Koyo Kouoh, a Cameroonian-born curator and key figure in contemporary African art, died at the age of 57 while preparing for the 2026 Venice Biennale. The first African to direct this historic event, she leaves a profound legacy marked by curatorial innovation, pan-African representation, and the reform of art institutions.
Koyo Kouoh shaping the vision for the 2026 Venice Biennale

Koyo Kouoh shaping the vision for the 2026 Venice Biennale

Art news • 2 minutes read
Koyo Kouoh, a key figure in Pan-Africanism and director of Zeitz MOCAA, has been appointed curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale, becoming the first African woman to hold the prestigious role. With a wealth of experience in contemporary art, she promises to shine a spotlight on the global impact of African art through this internationally renowned exhibition.
Decoding “Strangers Everywhere”: Artmajeur artists interpret the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024

Decoding “Strangers Everywhere”: Artmajeur artists interpret the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024

art history • 15 minutes read
Artmajeur artists creatively engage with the themes of the Venice Biennale 2024, representing art movements as diverse as Outsider Art, Queer Art, Folk Art, and narratives against racism...
Frank Stella, a master among abstract artists of his era, has passed away at the age of 87

Frank Stella, a master among abstract artists of his era, has passed away at the age of 87

Art news • 9 minutes read
Frank Stella first gained recognition as a Minimalist in the 1960s with his groundbreaking "Black Paintings" series. He later broadened his artistic repertoire to include brightly colored works on shaped canvases, relief paintings, large-scale sculptures, and collaborations with architects...
Archie Moore's Australian Pavilion wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale

Archie Moore's Australian Pavilion wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale

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Archie Moore from Australia has clinched the Golden Lion for Best National Participation at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia (Foreigners Everywhere, April 20 - November 24)...
An artist ousted from the Venice Biennale strikes back in Venice

An artist ousted from the Venice Biennale strikes back in Venice

Art news • 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.
Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale

Art & Redemption: Vatican's Bold Vision at Venice Biennale

Art News • 2 minutes read
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.
Italian Minister Backs Israel's Inclusion at Venice Biennale

Italian Minister Backs Israel's Inclusion at Venice Biennale

Art News • 2 minutes read
Italy's Culture Minister affirmed Israel's participation in the Venice Biennale, countering a protest by artists. The minister criticized the protest and emphasized culture as a means of dialogue and freedom.
2024 Venice Biennale Unites 331 Artists Under 'Foreigners Everywhere' Theme

2024 Venice Biennale Unites 331 Artists Under 'Foreigners Everywhere' Theme

Art News • 2 minutes read
The 2024 Venice Biennale, themed "Foreigners Everywhere," will feature 331 artists, exploring themes of identity, nationality, and belonging from April 20 to November 24. Curated by Adriano Pedrosa, this edition emphasizes diverse narratives, from contemporary to historical, highlighting the nuanced experiences of being a foreigner in today's interconnected world.
Venice Biennale Polish Pavilion Controversy Sparks Censorship Debate

Venice Biennale Polish Pavilion Controversy Sparks Censorship Debate

Art News • 2 minutes read
The Polish Pavilion's selection for the 2024 Venice Biennale sparked political controversy following the government's cancellation of artist Ignacy Czwartos's project, leading to accusations of censorship. The decision to replace Czwartos's exhibition with an alternative project by the Open Group came amid a shift in the country's political landscape and raised questions about artistic freedom and political influence in art.

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