Textiles are among the most ancient art mediums that exist. From Persian hand-woven rugs to Chinese silks to European tapestry, there are many examples of this art form around the world. People throughout the centuries have used fabrics to warm themselves, decorate their homes, preserve their heritage, and tell stories of their ancestors. In our modern times, we have seen a revitalization of this historical craft.
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Stained glass has a thousand-year-long tradition and an entrenched reputation as one of the most conservative art mediums to ever exist. Here are five contemporary artists whose work shows that stained glass art is still relevant and thriving.
This year, the copyright expiration on Steamboat Willie, the earliest cartoon featuring Mickey Mouse, was one of the most long-awaited additions to the list of free-to-use objects of cultural heritage by far. However, one cannot go past the various works of visual art, which are now also considered publicly available in the United States.
Happy New Year 2024 from 300Magazine! For an entire year, we have been sharing stories about artists, exhibitions, art fairs, art history, and many other fascinating things. We are very thankful to every single one of you who enjoyed our blog posts. We would also like to express our gratitude to the artists, galleries, and institutions that reached out to us for collaborations.
The artistic landscape is rapidly changing, with new artists trying to get their name out there every day and exhibitions and shows constantly popping up all over the world. Even though the flow of the art world might seem unpredictable, some contemporary art trends have proven their relevance and appeal.
It is not uncommon for street art to be painted over, removed by authorities, or stolen, even if it is a work by the world-renowned artist Banksy. The artist himself treats this as part of the creative process and rarely refers to instances of his artwork being destroyed. For the general public, however, each occasion of vandalism of a Banksy work is almost as eventful as its appearance.
300Magazine wishes our readers and friends a Merry Christmas! The most wonderful time of the year is finally here, and we are just as excited as you are. This year was full of amazing events in the world of art, including showstopping exhibitions, new inspiring projects, and emerging talented artists’ debuts. We decided to celebrate this holiday with you in the best way we know and share some interesting facts about art. Today, let’s explore the evolution of one of the most iconic characters to ever exist — Santa Claus.
Our readers from New York are blessed with a constellation of museums and galleries that have something exciting to see the whole year round. Of course, we cannot possibly talk about the NYC art scene without mentioning the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Let’s see what’s on at the palace of art, culture, and history in 2024.