Art News
Gerhard Richter's Hidden Mural Revealed in Dresden
Feb 26, 2024
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Nearly five decades after being concealed, a once-overlooked mural by Gerhard Richter at the German Hygiene Museum in Dresden is set for public display. This event marks the rediscovery and restoration of a significant piece reflecting the early career and evolving perspectives of the renowned artist.
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Banksy Confirms Authorship of North London Mural
Mar 19, 2024
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Banksy confirmed as creator of a North London mural, showcasing his signature style. The artwork garners praise and cultural significance, with local authorities opting to preserve it.
Art History
Temples, Murals, and the Onam Artistic Renaissance
Jun 7, 2024
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Onam is a vibrant harvest festival celebrated in Kerala, India, commemorating the return of King Mahabali. It is represented in arts through various forms such as Pookalam (floral rangoli), Kathakali dance-drama, mural paintings, and traditional crafts, showcasing the festival's cultural significance and mythological themes.
Art News
Rediscovering Cézanne's Hidden Mural in His Childhood Home
Feb 22, 2024
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A previously unknown mural by Paul Cézanne was recently unearthed during renovations at his childhood home in Aix-en-Provence, France. The discovery adds to the artist's legacy, shedding light on his early influences and artistic evolution.
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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.
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The Guerrilla Gorilla: London Zoo Removes Banksy's Mural for Preservation
Aug 21, 2024
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Banksy's latest animal-themed street art series in London has captivated the public, faced rapid removal or defacement, and sparked debates about the preservation and future of these ephemeral works, particularly the gorilla mural at London Zoo.
Art News
Own a Piece of Banksy's Anti-Domestic Violence Mural for Just £120!
Aug 21, 2023
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Get a share of Banksy's anti-domestic violence mural for £120, joining an innovative ownership model. Proceeds support charities as the artwork transforms into an enduring symbol.
Art News
Relocation of Beloved Banksy Mural Stirs Emotion and Debate in Bronx Community
Mar 6, 2024
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The Banksy mural "Ghetto 4 Life" was moved from the Bronx to Bridgeport, Connecticut, sparking local discontent and discussions about street art preservation. The artwork's removal from its original location has ignited debates on community identity and the commercialization of public spaces.
Art News
A massive mural on a California dam may be removed if legal protections are not obtained
May 2, 2022
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The 80,000-square-foot 'Bicentennial Freedom Mural' had been designated for removal due to lead levels in the paint used to create it and its deteriorating condition.
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....
Art News
$4 billion project will turn Miami's waterfront into an open-air museum
Mar 30, 2022
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Miami Worldcenter, a sprawling mixed-use complex in the heart of downtown, appears to be the premier shopping destination in South Florida. Worldcenter has been revealing attractions one after the other
Art History
The 10 artists from Latin America who revolutionized world art
Jul 16, 2024
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Discover the ten most influential Latin American artists of all time and their impact on world art. From Frida Kahlo, famous for her emotional self-portraits, to Diego Rivera and his monumental murals that tell the Mexican story...
Art News
Buy a Banksy, get a building
Sep 5, 2022
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A Banksy mural in Los Angeles that is worth more than $16 million and comes with the whole building is going up for auction.
Art History
Street artists: from vandals to artists!
Jan 26, 2022
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6 minutes read
Street art has become a high form of artistic expression, so much so that the work of its major exponents has become a mainstream commercial product, but has it always been this way?
Art News
Singapore Street Art Under Fire: A Debate on Artistic Expression
Jun 26, 2024
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A government order to modify a mural in Singapore's Chinatown, depicting a Samsui woman with a lit cigarette, has sparked a debate on street art censorship and public policy. Artist Sean Dunston defended his work, highlighting historical accuracy and challenging conventional portrayals, which led to a broader discussion on the balance between artistic expression and regulatory control in Singapore.
Lifestyle
Chicano Treasures: Cheech Marin's Passionate Collection
Aug 8, 2023
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Cheech Marin's passionate collection of Chicano art has been exhibited in major exhibitions and published in various books. Its collection, rich in more than 700 works, represents the largest collection of Chicano art in private or public hands.
Art News
Paintings in a subway tunnel in New York's Washington Heights neighborhood anger people
Jan 27, 2023
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People in Washington Heights are angry that the Department of Transportation painted over murals and graffiti on a subway tunnel. The DOT says they will issue a Request for Proposals for a new project to "transform" the tunnel, with $25 million allocated for the project.
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Two Banksy works have been altered, one without the artist's permission.
Nov 26, 2021
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Banksy is the most well-known street artist in the world. Recently, a landlord in England pulled one of his murals from the side of a building to sale it. A few months before, actor Christopher Walken, character in "The Outlaws", painted over an original Banksy for a scene.
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...
Lifestyle
A street art festival in Rabat awakens the Moroccan capital
Nov 26, 2021
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Jidar, Rabat's annual street art festival, attracts international attention from all over the world. The festival hosted over 20 artists from Morocco and around the world.
Art News
Banksy's Latest London Masterpiece Swiftly Disappeared After Debut
Dec 26, 2023
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A recent artwork by Banksy, featuring a traffic stop sign with images of military drones, was swiftly removed after its installation in South London's Peckham neighborhood. The removal, witnessed and reported by locals, adds to a series of events involving the mysterious artist's work, including the recent revelation of his identity through a BBC interview.
Artist Portraits
Mauricio Jose Miranda, positively transforming reality
Dec 29, 2021
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Mauricio José Miranda knows and uses the majority of artistic techniques to generate works which, avoiding a particular figurative tendency, aim to positively immortalize reality.
Art News
Blanton Museum’s $35M Renovation: A New Era of Art and Community
Aug 8, 2024
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The Blanton Museum of Art in Austin has undergone a $35 million renovation led by Snøhetta, transforming its grounds into a vibrant communal space with three major site-specific installations, including Ellsworth Kelly’s Austin and Carmen Herrera's mural, while blending contemporary and historic design elements to enhance community engagement and connectivity with its surroundings.
Artist Portraits
Rufino Tamayo: A Modernist Pioneer in Mexican Art
Jul 2, 2024
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Rufino Tamayo, a visionary in Mexican modernist art, celebrated for blending indigenous motifs with modern sensibilities, exemplifies his cultural resonance through vibrant canvases like Nacimiento de nuestra nacionalidad and El día y la noche, while his legacy extends through cultural institutions and national recognition.
Art News
Porsche Pushes Art Cars To New Heights
Nov 17, 2021
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Porsche collaborated with Art Battle to create an art car competition. Live and virtual audiences voted for their favorite creations. Before the coverings are removed, the cars will be accessible for media drives and photoshoots.
Invest in Art
Top Artist to Invest in Right Now: Gris1
May 11, 2023
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Gris1 is a French artist and a member of the Da Mental Vaporz (DMV) crew. He was born in the south of France in the 1980s and discovered his passion for art while studying in 1996...
Art History
New interpretations of Berlin's most iconic graffiti
Jan 29, 2023
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Assuming that Berlin, since the era after the fall of the wall, has become one of the most important capitals of world street art, it is important to highlight how, within the most disparate neighborhoods of the German city, the works of famous artists, such as, to give an example, Herakut, Rosco, Dr. Drax...
Artist Portraits
Jef Aérosol: Bridging the Gap Between Ephemeral Street Art and Lasting Impact
Jul 22, 2024
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Jean-François Perroy, known as Jef Aérosol, is a renowned 67-year-old French stencil artist born in Nantes on January 15, 1957, who has significantly influenced urban art since the 1980s with his iconic works and contributions to the street art movement.
Artist Portraits
Banksy: Provocateur Extraordinaire and Cultural Icon
Jun 24, 2024
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Banksy, a pseudonymous British street artist and filmmaker, gained global prominence since the 1990s with provocative, politically charged artworks. Known for his satirical street art and social commentary through stencils, he challenges norms on capitalism, conflict, and societal injustice, blurring the line between vandalism and high art, disrupting established institutions.
Art History
Alfons Mucha
May 25, 2023
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Alphonse Mucha, born Alfons Maria Mucha, was a renowned Czech painter, illustrator, and graphic artist who resided in Paris during the Art Nouveau era. He gained international recognition for his unique and ornamental theatrical posters, particularly those featuring the actress Sarah Bernhardt.
Artist Portraits
Kumi Sugai: Transforming Abstraction and Influencing Modern Art
Aug 7, 2024
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Kumi Sugai was a renowned Japanese painter and printmaker known for his dynamic evolution from lyrical abstraction to hard-edge abstraction. His innovative work, marked by a deep engagement with both avant-garde and contemporary art, left an enduring legacy in the art world.
Artist Portraits
Yannick Aaron: everyone is born as an Artist
Jan 6, 2024
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"I think that everyone comes into the world as an Artist, as soon as we have it, the opportunity, we start to construct, and to deconstruct, it's the same process."...
Art News
Paris, the new capital of NFT
Oct 25, 2022
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Benoit Couty and Thuy-Tien Vo grew up around paintings and art books, so they decided to focus on this thriving ecosystem.
Artist Portraits
Keith Haring: The Vibrant Voice of Street Art
Jun 24, 2024
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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 News
A work by Banksy, torn from the wall by the owner of the building
Nov 18, 2021
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A Banksy painting has been pulled out of a wall in Lowestoft, Suffolk, England. The artwork was removed intentionally and consensually by the property owner. Locals are dissatisfied with the art's move to an as-yet-unidentified place.
Artist Portraits
Chad Cantcolor: The Dynamic Visionary of Contemporary Pop Art
Jul 16, 2024
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Chad Carothers, widely recognized as Chad Cantcolor, is an acclaimed American contemporary freehand painter and designer known for his vibrant and dynamic artworks that blend bold colors and intricate patterns, reflecting a unique fusion of street art and fine art, and capturing the essence of modern pop culture.