# The Culinary & Cultural Renaissance of Indigenous Foodways at Forge Project **TAGHKANIC, New York** — In the serene beauty of Moh-He-Con-Nuck lands, draped in the colors of a vibrant autumn, the **Forge Project** welcomed its community to an intimate celebration of tradition, story, and seasonal harvest. At the heart of the gathering was the **Autumn Table** event, held on […]
### Exploring “Pacific Abstractions”: Asian Artists and Diasporic Influences in Abstract Art #### Introduction: The Emergence of a Global Art Movement In recent decades, art exhibitions have increasingly emphasized the global and inclusive nature of artistic expression. One such exhibit is *Pacific Abstractions*, currently on display at Perrotin gallery in Los Angeles, which shines a spotlight on Asian abstract artists, […]
### Historical War Reenactments: Context, Controversies, and Responsibilities War reenactments have long been a popular way to bring history to life, offering people a chance to see and experience facets of military confrontations that shaped the world. From Roman battle re-creations to World War II replications, these performances allow participants and audience members to gain a deeper understanding of warfare, […]
**Marval Rex’s Journey Through Identity, Art, and Ancestry: A Deep Dive** LOS ANGELES — Marval Rex, a transmasculine Jewish artist, has been pushing boundaries and navigating the intricacies of self-discovery through thought-provoking performances for years. His newest one-man show, *Rexodus: Out of the Closet, Into the Tribe*, debuting this week at the Elysian Theater in Los Angeles, marks a significant […]
**Exploring the Legacy of Artist-Mothers: A Dialogue Between Art and Motherhood** The intersection of motherhood and art has continuously been a source of intrigue, contradiction, and debate. One of the most profound questions that keeps emerging, generation after generation, is: Can a mother be an artist? This topic, both rich in content and fraught with difficulty, has resonated with artists, […]
### Darren Walker Named President of the National Gallery of Art On October 14, 2023, Darren Walker, former president of the Ford Foundation, was named the new president of the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, DC. Walker, who has served as a trustee of the institution since 2019, will succeed Mitchell P. Rales, a prominent business leader and […]
**Jewish Voice for Peace Activists Arrested During Protest Against Israel’s Actions in Gaza** On October 14, 2024, in a powerful display of civil dissent, over 200 activists, including prominent figures such as artists Nan Goldin and Molly Crabapple, and filmmaker Laura Poitras, were detained during a sit-in protest organized by Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) outside the New York Stock […]
# The Tenacity of Art through Ed Urena’s Lens: A Voyage of Vision, Resilience, and Personal Reflection Art has historically been viewed as a means of escape and personal expression. Yet, for the artist **Ed Urena**, it represents far more than just a creative pursuit—it serves as a healing process that alleviates the hardships life has dealt him. His artistic […]
# UK-Based Wildlife Artist Claire Milligan Creates Exceptionally Realistic Bird Portraits with Colored Pencils The realm of wildlife artistry is as varied and colorful as the natural environment itself, and one exceptional artist showcasing the beauty of avian species is the UK-based **Claire Milligan**. Focusing on hyper-realistic renditions of birds, Milligan employs **colored pencils** to portray the intricate features of […]
# My Modern Met Academy’s October Drawing Challenge: Advice and Insights for Achieving Success Photo: NewAfrica / Depositphotos As we hit the mid-month mark, participants of *My Modern Met Academy’s* October Drawing Challenge are probably deep into their artistic journeys. However, if you haven’t enrolled yet, don’t fret! With another two weeks ahead, you still have the chance to join […]