Taiwan to be Represented by Li Yi-Fan at the 61st Venice Biennale

Taipei Fine Arts Museum (TFAM) has announced that artist Li Yi-Fan will represent Taiwan at the 61st Venice Biennale in 2026, with Raphael Fonseca serving as curator for the exhibition. Fonseca, the Curator of Modern and Contemporary Latin American Art at the Denver Art Museum, will collaborate with Li Yi-Fan to explore the contemporary challenge of information and image overload. […]

Sudden Departure of Lucas Museum Chief Curator Sparks Concerns

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles recently experienced a significant shakeup with the departure of its chief curator and deputy director, Pilar Tompkins Rivas. This news follows the previous layoff of 14% of the museum’s full-time staff, adding to concerns about the institution’s stability and leadership. Interim Chief Executive Jim Gianopulos indicated there are no plans to […]

The School of the Art Institute Discontinues Media Arts Program

**Opinion: The Urgent Need for Imaginative Funding in Video Arts** The recent decision by the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) to cut funding from Video Data Bank (VDB) has stirred significant concern within the arts community. Originally established by SAIC graduate students, VDB has played a foundational role in conserving and amplifying video art, akin to Howard […]

Family Stuns Grandma with a Heartwarming Prank by Covertly Donning Her Wardrobe’s Outfits

**Heartwarming Family Prank: Donning Grandma’s Outfits Goes Viral** Spending time with grandparents provides numerous opportunities to express love and gratitude—from meaningful conversations to considerate presents. For Paige Kampsen, a playful and thoughtful prank became the delightful way to surprise her grandmother. This one-of-a-kind gesture was immortalized in a now-famous video, highlighting a comical family prank during Thanksgiving dinner. The video […]

Cutting-Edge Ceramic Creators Shaping the Future of Clay in 2025

From timeless Greek pottery to exquisite Chinese porcelain, the craft of ceramics has persisted through the ages. Throughout various cultures and times, individuals have consistently been attracted to the inventive potential of clay. Whether molded into functional tableware or crafted into intricate sculptures, clay remains a classic medium with limitless possibilities. Today’s ceramic creators continue to push boundaries, transforming raw […]

A Comprehensive Overview of the Art World in 2025

### The Art of the Daily Newsletter: A Year-End Reflection As we approach the end of the year, the art world, much like other industries, turns its gaze upon the past year’s happenings. Hyperallergic enters this reflective arena with its latest feature, “Art World Wrapped.” Similar to the music industry’s popular Spotify Wrapped, this initiative offers art enthusiasts a personalized […]

Community Center Influenced by Mountains Reaches Full Height Completion

The Yidan Centre in Shenzhen, China, crafted by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), is currently being built and has reached its full vertical dimensions. This groundbreaking facility for lifelong education will be integrated into Shenzhen’s upcoming cultural district, adjacent to the Qianhai Museum. The center’s architecture features terraces and balconies encircling a central ravine, enhancing connectivity by merging indoor and outdoor […]