**Daily Newsletter** **Venezuelan Artists Respond to US Attacks** Responses from Venezuelan artists highlight the complexity surrounding the US invasion of Venezuela and the abduction of its leader Nicolás Maduro. For many, the situation is not straightforward, despite the US’s intention to seize the country’s vast oil reserves. Five Venezuelan artists and cultural workers, who experienced the bombings firsthand in Caracas, […]
As the new year unfolds, you have probably established your resolutions for 2026. Perhaps you penned them in a journal or noted them in your Notes app. However, there’s another method to honor your ambitions for this year: artfully write them and display them in your workspace, bedroom, or any place where you desire a reminder for the next approximately […]
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**John Singer Sargent: A Dazzling Engagement with Paris** John Singer Sargent’s relationship with Paris is a complex tapestry of artistic evolution, transcending the confines of mere geographical association. The exhibition “John Singer Sargent: Dazzling Paris” at the Musée d’Orsay illuminates this intricate relationship, showcasing Sargent’s superb brushwork while subtly probing his ties to the city. Although Sargent lived in Paris […]
**New Euro Coins Honor Restoration and Reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris** The Monnaie de Paris has unveiled an impressive series of special two-euro coins to honor the reopening of the renowned Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral in 2024. These coins celebrate the historic structure’s revival following the catastrophic fire in 2019. As one of the most ancient minting institutions, the Monnaie […]
**News Report: A Bold Act of Vandalism in Paris – Joan of Arc Statue’s Sword Stolen** A startling incident unfolded in Paris on January 2, 2026, when a man was apprehended after allegedly vandalizing an iconic homage to France’s national heroine, Joan of Arc. In a brazen act, committed in broad daylight, the suspect reportedly climbed the prominent equestrian statue […]
The new year is starting with a diverse array of exhibitions that challenge historical narratives and explore future aesthetic possibilities. These exhibitions span multiple themes and artistic expressions: 1. **Jamel Shabazz**: Celebrating Black motherhood in a group show at Art + Practice in Los Angeles. 2. **Elias Hernández**: “Hidden Relics From The Forbidden Jungle” at Central Server Works, exploring Salvadoran […]
With its historic castles and rich folklore, Romania stands out as the ideal site for a Dracula-inspired amusement park. Luckily, a coalition of dedicated investors, architects, and engineers is collaborating to bring the renowned gothic horror universe to existence. Dracula Land is a €1 billion ($1.2 billion) entertainment initiative touted as the first of its kind, set to premiere sometime […]
Bill Rice: Chronicler of Urban Solitude Since 2011, when I first reviewed Bill Rice’s gritty nighttime views of New York City’s Lower East Side, I have come to think of him as a singular chronicler of urban solitude between dusk and dawn. Using thin layers of sooty blacks, moody reds, dirty yellows, fiery oranges, and earthen browns, Rice depicted lone […]
The Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program offers a valuable opportunity for visual artists by providing 17 individuals with rent-free studio space for a yearlong residency in Brooklyn’s vibrant DUMBO neighborhood. This area is known for its artistic community, art galleries, and creative atmosphere, making it an inspiring location for artists. The program’s studios are conveniently situated near public parks, the waterfront, and […]