Japanese Print Exhibition Highlights the Enduring Influence of Ukiyo-e Artwork

Utagawa Kunisada (Toyokuni III). Untitled (Japanese Women Engaging in Woodblock Printing). 1857. Color woodblock print (nishiki-e). Each Sheet: 14 5/8 x 10 in. (37.2 x 25.4 cm). Full Object: 14 5/8 x 30 ¼ in. (37.2 x 76.8 cm). Hammer Museum, Los Angeles. UCLA Grunwald Center for the Graphic Arts, Acquisition Japan is renowned for its printmaking. Frequently, when we […]

Smithsonian Set to Reopen Following Historic US Government Shutdown

Title: Smithsonian and National Gallery of Art Reopen After Historic Government Shutdown The Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art (NGA), two of the most prominent federally funded cultural institutions in the United States, have announced their plans to reopen following the longest government shutdown in the nation’s history. This reopening, scheduled to commence from Friday, November 14, marks […]

Yayoi Kusama Launches European Tour with First Retrospective at Swiss Museum

Famed artist Yayoi Kusama has formally commenced a traveling exhibition across Europe. Riehen, Switzerland, a city deeply connected to contemporary art, proudly serves as the inaugural location, with Fondation Beyeler being the first Swiss museum to present a retrospective dedicated to Kusama’s groundbreaking creations. The self-named Kusama retrospective showcases the international, cross-generational impact of the artist, including works sourced from […]

Mitchell Johnson: A Comprehensive Collection of Paintings from North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Morocco (Selected Works 1979-2025)

**Mitchell Johnson: A Vibrant Exploration of Color and Perception** Flea Street in Menlo Park, California, is hosting an extensive exhibition of paintings by the acclaimed artist Mitchell Johnson from November 15 to December 20. The exhibition, titled *Paintings from North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Morocco (Selected Work 1979-2025)*, is a captivating showcase of Johnson’s exploration of color and […]

Enhance Your Studio Art Practice with the MFA Program at the University of Arkansas

At the University of Arkansas School of Art, housed in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art offers artists something increasingly rare: Three tuition-waived years they can dedicate to developing their practice in state-of-the-art facilities, surrounded by a community that prioritizes experimentation, critical inquiry, and collaboration. Every student accepted into the […]

17-Year-Old Makes History as the Youngest to Successfully Pass the California Bar Exam

At merely 17 years old, Sophia Park reached the astounding feat of becoming the youngest individual ever to pass the California bar exam, a record that was formerly held by her brother, Peter Park. Following this extraordinary success, she was officially sworn in as Tulare County’s latest deputy district attorney by District Attorney Tim Ward on March 28. This achievement […]

Researchers Discover the Most Ancient Ice on Earth, Dating to 6 Million Years Ago

A revolutionary finding has been achieved by a group of U.S. researchers associated with the Center for Oldest Ice Exploration (COLDEX), who have discovered the planet’s most ancient directly dated ice and air. This ice, located in the Allan Hills area of East Antarctica, has been identified as being an astonishing 6 million years old, exceeding previous findings by more […]

Dublin’s Exhibit Showcases 60 Masterpieces by Picasso

Few creators have influenced contemporary art as significantly as Pablo Picasso. His remarkable life and innovative creations continue to motivate countless artists and art enthusiasts. To honor his lasting influence, the National Gallery of Ireland has partnered with the Musée national Picasso-Paris to host a notable exhibition titled Picasso: From the Studio, featuring 60 works by Picasso. This exhibition in […]