Tables Crafted with Genuine Flowers, Botanicals, and Compassionate Butterflies Enclosed in Resin

Stunning Furniture Creations by TK Fareed If you’ve ever gathered and pressed flowers, you’ll certainly admire the stunning furniture creations by TK Fareed. She takes genuine botanicals and encases them within breathtaking resin and wood tables, allowing you to enjoy nature’s remarkable beauty in your home. Each distinctive floral arrangement resembles a lavish still-life painting, rich with intricate details and […]

Exploring the LGBTQ+ Heritage of Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain

This article is part of Hyperallergic’s 2025 Pride Month series, spotlighting moments from New York’s LGBTQ+ art history throughout June. Off to one side of the Bethesda Terrace, one of the most photographed sites in Manhattan’s Central Park, visitors gathered for an impromptu salsa dancing session on Sunday, June 15, against the backdrop of “Angel of the Waters,” the sculpture […]

19th-Century Photographer Alice Austen’s Cache of 7,500 LGBTQ+ Images Resurfaces

Over 7,500 original prints and negatives by Alice Austen, a key street photographer from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, are being relocated to her Staten Island residence, now known as the Alice Austen House. This transition will finalize the structure’s collection of her work. Austen had given her archive to the Staten Island Historical Society after her eviction […]

LEGO Unveils Set Showcasing ‘The Simpsons’ Legendary Krusty Burger Eatery

The enduring television series *The Simpsons* owes much of its charm to its vibrant ensemble of characters—including Krusty the Clown, whose television program is a must-see for the Simpson children, Bart and Lisa. Krusty’s influence extends widely, and his aspirations are vast, leading him to establish a complete line of merchandise and business enterprises—none of which are as renowned as […]

Potential Closure of the Museum of the American Latino Under Trump’s Administration

The National Museum of the American Latino (NMAL) and the Anacostia Community Museum are facing potential closure as President Trump’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal excludes funding for these institutions. Established in 1967, the Anacostia Community Museum was created to engage Black residents in Washington, DC. The budget suggests integrating the Anacostia Community Museum into the National Museum of African […]

Kimiko Nishimoto: Renowned Photographer Famous for Her Witty Self-Portraits, Has Died After Beginning Her Career at the Age of 72

Photographer Kimiko Nishimoto, celebrated for her quirky and surreal self-portraits, has died at the age of 97. She showcased that creativity is not confined by age, having embarked on her photography journey at 72. Her creations filled the world with joy, featuring whimsical self-portraits that highlighted humorous situations and fantastical talents. Her daughter honored her as someone who was perpetually […]

Henri Matisse’s Enduring Connection to Morocco

The year 1912 began quite badly for Henri Matisse. Once considered the king of the French avant-garde and Fauvism, he had recently been dethroned by a young Pablo Picasso and his Cubist cohort. Critical and financial support were now scarce for Matisse, and life in the cut-throat Paris art scene had become unbearable. Ready for a change of scenery—and of […]

Galapagos Tortoise Becomes a Father for the First Time at 135 Years of Age

A Galapagos Tortoise’s Historic Milestone: A New Life at 135 In an amazing fusion of history and nature, Goliath, a Galapagos tortoise, is celebrating an exceptional occurrence just days away from his 135th birthday. This colossal reptile, living at Zoo Miami, has recently experienced the hatching of his very first offspring, establishing a milestone not only for himself but also […]

BSA Weekly Image Spotlight: May 18, 2025

**BSA Weekly Image Highlights: May 18, 2025** The Allure of Urban Art: A Visual Delight Urban art keeps progressing as a lively and energetic means of visual representation, infusing colors and creativity into city landscapes across the globe. This week, the Brooklyn Street Art (BSA) collective unveils its newest image highlights, displaying groundbreaking artworks that embody the essence and richness […]

Visitors Damage Van Gogh Chair by Sitting on It in Museum

Italian Artist’s Crystal Chair Damaged by Tourists A recent art incident at Verona’s Palazzo Maffei brought attention to the risks facing museum artworks. Two tourists caused damage to Nicola Bolla’s “Van Gogh” chair sculpture, which was adorned with hundreds of Swarovski crystals. Surveillance footage captured one tourist posing as if seated on the sculpture while the other took a photo, […]