Laura James’ Paintings Illuminate America’s Hidden Histories
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Disturbing Insights Revealed in New Release of Epstein’s Birthday Drawings
In a recent development, the bipartisan House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has released 238 pages from a birthday book associated with Jeffrey Epstein, infamous for his criminal activities. This exclusive collection of notes and drawings, gifted by Ghislaine Maxwell to Epstein for his 50th birthday, includes contributions from notable figures such as Donald Trump and Leon Black, among […]
Ten Must-Visit Art Exhibitions in New York City to Close Out Your Summer
Next weekend, museums and galleries across the city emerge from their summer slumber to premiere their fall offerings. That doesn’t mean you should wait to see art. We’ve compiled a list of 10 current exhibitions that continue into the fall and winter months. Some are crowd pleasers, such as Hilma af Klint at MoMA, Moomins creator Tove Jansson at the […]
A Movement Against Monarchical Themes in 19th-Century Art
Jean-François Millet: Champion of the Marginalized and Overlooked Jean-François Millet was a 19th-century French artist renowned for his evocative depictions of peasant life. His paintings and drawings captured the nobility and heroism of the rural underclass, spotlighting their hard work and dignity. Millet’s work was revolutionary in an era that preferred to celebrate the opulence of the elite. Born into […]
Filmmakers Announce Boycott of Israeli Cinema Institutions
More than 3,500 film industry workers and visual artists, including Brian Eno, Nan Goldin, and Sky Hopinka, have joined a boycott of Israeli film institutions they allege are “implicated in genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.” “As film-makers, actors, film industry workers, and institutions, we recognise the power of cinema to shape perceptions,” the boycott pledge reads. It was […]
The Last Exhibition of a Palestinian Artist in His Homeland
An exhibition titled “The Lost Paintings: A Prelude to Return” is now open in Montreal, commemorating the 53 oil paintings by Maroun Tomb that were lost when Haifa was annexed in 1947. Curated by Rula Khoury, Joëlle Tomb, and Haidi Motola, the exhibition features works across various disciplines by 53 artists, responding to Tomb’s lost creations. Initiated in 2021, the […]
Final Exhibition of a Palestinian Artist in His Homeland
On November 29, 1947, an exhibition featuring 53 oil paintings by the Palestinian-Lebanese artist Maroun Tomb opened at a Maronite church in Haifa, Palestine. It would be Tomb’s last exhibition in the nation. The show’s opening date also marked the United Nations’s approval of Resolution 181, the Partition Plan of Palestine, which eventually led to the Nakba. 750,000 Palestinians, including […]
Unearthed Relics from a Sunken Historic City off the Egyptian Shore
Sunken treasures come in various forms, and it’s not exclusively about jewels. Assembling historical narratives is equally significant. Recently, a collection of artifacts was retrieved by Egyptian authorities off the coast of Alexandria, Egypt. The remains belonged to an ancient submerged city known as Canopus, with pieces ranging from solitary statues to structural remnants to the city’s foundational aspects. On […]
Dame Julie Andrews, 89, Receives Emmy for Voice-Over Work in ‘Bridgerton’
**Title: Dame Julie Andrews Receives Emmy for Exceptional Voice Performance in Bridgerton** Dame Julie Andrews, the cherished British actress who has enthralled audiences for years, recently added yet another award to her impressive collection. Andrews, known for her unforgettable performances in classics such as *Mary Poppins* (1964), *The Sound of Music* (1965), and *The Princess Diaries* series, was presented with […]
SUNY New Paltz Hosts Composium: Exploring Sustainability in Arts Through a Series of Events
SUNY New Paltz is excited to host its 2025 Composium, a three-day event dedicated to sustainable arts practices, from September 18 to 20. The event will take place on the SUNY New Paltz campus and promises participants an engaging schedule of workshops, talks, and exhibitions. The Composium will kick off with the keynote address, “Sustainability as a Collaborative Practice,” delivered […]