Art
Exploring visual arts, from classical masterpieces to contemporary installations and emerging artists.
Arts community mourns Danny Simmons' vibrant contributions
Danny Simmons, the visionary behind Def Poetry Jam and Rush Arts Philly, passed away at 72.
Yaacov Agam, kinetic art pioneer, dies at 98
Just months after receiving the prestigious Israel Prize for Visual Arts, pioneering kinetic artist Yaacov Agam, whose 'Fire and Water' fountain captivated Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Square, has died at 98.
Van Gogh paints four distinct sunflower artworks in August 1888
Over a single week in August 1888, Vincent van Gogh painted four distinct pictures of sunflowers, a rapid output that challenges the perception of his slow, painstaking process ( VG Gallery ).
David Hockney, Iconic Artist, Dies at 88
In 2018, David Hockney's 'Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)' shattered records, selling for $90.
David Hockney painting fetches $90.3 million at auction
In 2018, David Hockney's 'Portrait of an Artist (Pool With Two Figures)' shattered records, selling for $90,312,500 USD, according to MyArtBroker and Christie's .
Boston Unveils New Art Exhibitions Opening Summer 2026
This summer, ten new gallery shows are set to open in the Boston area alone, signaling an unexpected local art surge.
East Grand Rapids Fine Arts Fair Features 100 Artists
One hundred jury-selected artists will converge in East Grand Rapids' Gaslight Village this weekend for the city's inaugural Fine Art Fair, hoping to kickstart a new annual tradition.
Saype's 'Beyond Walls' Project Lands in Minneapolis This Summer
In Minneapolis, Franco-Swiss artist Saype meticulously paints colossal intertwined hands directly onto the grass of Boom Island Park, transforming a public space into a temporary, monumental artwork,
FSU Museum of Fine Arts Hosts Inaugural Art in Bloom Event
For $100, attendees at the FSU Museum of Fine Arts' inaugural Art in Bloom event on June 11 will witness local floral artists transform watercolor paintings into ephemeral botanical sculptures, with f
Getty Foundation awards $1.9 million to Black visual arts archives
The South Side Community Art Center's archives alone contain 3 million photographs documenting 133 years of Black lives and news.
Getty Foundation awards $2.6 million to Black visual arts archives
The Getty Foundation has committed $2.
Comrades in Art exhibition explores anti-fascist art legacy
In 1942, Herbert Baum and his comrades risked their lives to set off small explosive devices in a Nazi propaganda exhibition.
UA Fine Arts Center restoration set for Spring 2025 completion
What was initially projected as a $40 million endeavor in 2018, the University of Arkansas Fine Arts Center restoration is now budgeted at $65 million, a 62.
Local Student Artists Earn National Recognition in Visual Arts
Two students from Brandeis High School recently won top honors in the Congressional Art Competition, securing a display for their artwork in the U.
Students Showcase Sustainable Art Practices in Campus Exhibitions
Anna Truong '26 received Best in Show for her trio, "37th Denim St".
Dallas Museum of Art Acquires Six Works from 2026 Dallas Art Fair
The Dallas Museum of Art has already secured six new works for its permanent collection from the 2026 Dallas Art Fair, a proactive and significant investment years in advance.
Silicon Valley Open Studios Features 370+ Artists
This May, over 370 visual artists, including those creating large-scale murals in alleyway studios and assemblage sculptures from found metal, are opening their doors across Silicon Valley, Lawrence,
Georg Baselitz, master of inverted figures
In 1980, Georg Baselitz exhibited a sculpture at the Venice Biennale that some viewers perceived as giving the Nazi salute, a controversy he claimed not to have intended.
2026 Offers New Artist Residencies and Grants
For 2026, over 300 new artist grants and residencies have been announced globally.
Houston and Boulder art scenes buzzing with new awards and events
In Boulder, 54 artists are opening their studios across 37 locations for a spring tour, while Houston's Art League just announced five major awards, showcasing a surprising depth of local artistic act
2026 Student Art Exhibitions Showcase Emerging Talent Across Institutions
At the Portland Art Museum , over 100 art pieces from every single one of Portland Public Schools' 81 institutions are currently on display.
108 Orange County high school students named 2026 fine arts semifinalists
From a pool of 888 hopeful young artists, only 108 high school students in Orange County have advanced to the semifinalist stage for the prestigious 2026 Artist of the Year award.
Local art exhibitions spark student engagement and community ties
Participants who visit at least three featured stops on the University of Kentucky's new self-guided art trail and collect stamps are eligible to receive a free piece of artwork by a UK faculty...
Dallas Art Scene: Local Engagement and National Trends
A new $20,000 Dallas Art Prize recently honored landscape painter John McAllister, marking a significant investment in the city's burgeoning art scene, according to the Dallas Observer .
The Woodlands Arts Festival Announces 2027 Dates
Participants sprint to collect art within 60 seconds at the Art Dash party, a unique kickoff to The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival.
Prado Museum uses new tech for historical artwork conservation
In 2022, the Prado Museum acquired an X-ray fluorescence scanner.
Sarasota Prepares Diverse Art and Music Events for 2026
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has already unveiled its 2026-27 Broadway season, featuring the 13-time Tony-nominated 'Hell’s Kitchen' and an intentional focus on stories led by dynamic female cha
Philadelphia Museum of Art and PAFA Unveil 'A Nation of Artists' Exhibition
In a rare display of institutional unity, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts are joining forces to present over 1,000 works of American art spanning 326 years, fr
Nonprofit AI Artists Alliance Unveils Ethical Guidelines for Artistry
Today, the Nonprofit AI Artists Alliance (NAIAA), a global collective of over 10,000 creators, released its first comprehensive ethical guidelines for AI in art, urging developers to prioritize transp
SP-Arte Art and Design Fair Opens Today in São Paulo
The 22nd edition of SP-Arte, Brazil's leading art and design fair, opens today in São Paulo. This significant event serves as a critical platform for visual arts and design, bringing together galleries, collectors, and artists.