The Venice Biennale is known for its national pavilions that focus on representing artists from different parts of the world. Among them is the Nordic pavilion, which traditionally features works by artists from Sweden, Norway, and Finland. Despite the fact that this pavilion has a long history, in 2022, it was for the first time that all of its exhibitors were indigenous artists.
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While the current art market is obsessed with genres and definitions, “anti-art” is a radical protest against such conventions. The new exhibition at Culturally Arts Collective, titled “Anti-Art,” attempts to deconstruct art as we know it by challenging the existing standards and norms.
Incorporating a unique piece of art into interior design can significantly elevate your living space. The easiest way to do that is to look for prints and paintings that fit your aesthetic online. However, if you have very specific requirements or a unique color scheme in mind, you might be better off commissioning an artist to create a piece just for you.
Art inspired by personal experiences and passions is known to stir our souls in a unique way. Abir Saleh is an artist who draws from her mixed heritage to create vibrant and compositionally complex pieces. When creating her experimental art, she uses different mediums and materials to convey her multifaceted artistic vision. Saleh dabbles in different genres and masterfully subverts the audience’s expectations.
Great news for art connoisseurs! New York City Estate Auction by Auctions at Showplace will be held on April 23, 2023. 280 lots, which will be featured at the auction, come directly from the metropolitan area and the New York City estates. The selection will feature fine art, antiques, designer furniture, and luxury items, including jewelry and handbags.
Going to museums or art galleries can be not only a great way to spend your free time on a day off but also an opportunity to broaden your horizons. While many find visiting exhibitions exciting, some might not find them enjoyable for a variety of reasons. The truth is that many of us were discouraged from going to museums from an early age — regular schools rarely prioritize making art education fun and accessible for children.
Did you know that climate and atmosphere changes were captured in old paintings? A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that the impressionist paintings by Claude Monet can tell us a lot about the state of the environment at the beginning of the Industrial Revolution.
Religious artworks are meant to inspire and comfort, to console in times of suffering, and to give believers a chance to feel closer to their deity and other people that practice the same religion. As the month of Ramadan — the holy month for all Muslim people — continues, take a look at the museums that proudly display their collections of Islamic art.