**Weekly Newsletter** The artist and NYC first lady in an exclusive interview, LACMA’s stunning new building, Trump plays Christ, and much more. — Last week, I visited Gracie Mansion in Manhattan for a conversation with artist and New York First Lady Rama Duwaji. It was her first interview with a journalist since her husband, Zohran Mamdani, took office on January […]
This article was intended to profile Tania El Khoury, a renowned multidisciplinary Lebanese artist, educator, and activist. However, the recent breakout of war has shifted the focus. As the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, Iran retaliated by bombarding Lebanon, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread displacement. Despite these harrowing circumstances, El Khoury remains dedicated to her art […]
Having lived my entire adult life under right-wing authoritarian Viktor Orbán’s regime, his colossal defeat at Hungary’s parliamentary elections last Sunday by Tisza, the largest opposition party, still feels hard to believe. Witnessing people in my hometown, Budapest, erupt with joy — dancing in the streets, strangers high-fiving each other — makes me hopeful that after 16 years, the Orbanization […]
The entrance to Joan Semmel’s Soho loft immediately sets the tone with an evocative oil self-portrait titled “Mirrored Screen” (2005). This piece, reflecting not only Semmel’s likeness but also her exploration into themes of narcissism and self-perception, signals the deeply personal and introspective nature of her work. The artwork is part of a series from over 20 years ago focused […]
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is set to unveil a striking exhibition, “Giacometti in the Temple of Dendur,” this June. In collaboration with the Fondation Giacometti, the exhibit positions the slender sculptures of 20th-century Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti within the Ancient Egyptian Temple of Dendur. The exhibition will feature 17 sculptures, 14 on loan from Fondation Giacometti and three from […]
**Rediscovered Legacy: Harry Bertoia’s Return to Detroit** The revival of artistic works often follows a cyclical pattern, ebbing between periods of acclaim and obscurity. Such is the case with mid-century modern sculptor, designer, and sound artist Harry Bertoia, whose contributions to art and design are currently experiencing a renaissance in Detroit. With the recent resurfacing of a significant Bertoia sculpture […]
Between K-pop music and K-drama series, Korean culture appears to have permeated every part of the globe. However, this nation’s heritage encompasses far more than its popular cultural exports. From detailed ancient artistry to charming contemporary design, Korea boasts centuries of abundant arts and culture. No other venue encapsulates the diverse elements that constitute Korea’s cultural narrative like the National […]
Before Coachella ascended to the pinnacle of trendy music festivals for Gen Z, its roster appeared markedly different. It was once the stage for the most prominent rock and indie acts of the early 2000s, with some innovative electronic and hip-hop artists intermittently featured. This essence seemingly resurfaced at Coachella on Friday night when artist Moby delivered one of the […]
**A View From the Easel: Celia Paul’s Home Studio** Welcome to the 333rd installment of *A View From the Easel*, a series in which artists reflect on their workspaces. This week, we feature British painter Celia Paul, offering a look into her intimate home studio in London’s Bloomsbury neighborhood. Celia Paul has occupied her Bloomsbury flat, doubling as her studio, […]
A man from Chicago, Aadam Jacobs, covertly documented more than 10,000 concerts in Chicago and surrounding areas across four decades. His archive is now being digitized and made available for free to music lovers worldwide. You can explore the collection [here](https://archive.org/details/@aadam_jacobs_collection).