In an era where technology is harnessed to revive lost realms from data remnants, a group of linguists is reaching back nearly 2,500 years to undertake an equally bold endeavor: reconstruct the fragmented vestiges of ancient Celtic language into the inaugural extensive dictionary of the Celtic languages that were spoken in Britain and Ireland. Spearheaded by Dr. Simon Rodway at […]
**Installation View: Grottesco at Le Grand Palais** Through their immersive and grandiose dimensions, installations frequently beckon us into entirely new realms. Over the past 15 years, Eva Jospin has been creating these types of enchanting environments, drawing spectators into her mythical, cavernous designs. Her most recent solo exhibition at le Grand Palais in Paris continues this tradition. Entitled *Grottesco*, the […]
**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, […]
**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 […]
Title: Presenting Jessie Wender: Renowned Judge for the 2025 Booooooom Photo Awards Booooooom, the acclaimed online art community, is delighted to reveal Jessie Wender as one of the esteemed judges for the 2025 Booooooom Photo Awards. With her extensive expertise in photography and visual storytelling, Jessie Wender offers a rich background and a sharp perspective on artistic excellence to this […]
Earlier this autumn, Claremont McKenna students and faculty in Southern California observed an exciting new addition to their campus. Situated along the eastern border of the college is the Robert Day Sciences Center (RDSC), which was originally commissioned in 2020 and recently completed by the Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Within its walls, RDSC accommodates hubs for computational gene, brain, and […]
**Exploring the Journey: Hew Locke’s “Passages” at Yale Center for British Art** In the elegant expanses of the Yale Center for British Art, the entrance greets visitors with the intriguing views of suspended ships – “The Survivor” (2022), “The Relic” (2022), and “Desire” (2018). These appearing as if ethereal vessels, are meticulously detailed with industrial decay and adventure, portraying a […]