A Lost Masterpiece Reemerges: Klimt’s Forgotten Portrait of an African Prince Unveils Complex History After nearly a century hidden from public view, a striking and historic painting by Austrian master Gustav Klimt — once thought lost — captivated audiences at the European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF) held in Maastricht, the Netherlands, this March. The 1897 oil portrait, believed to be […]
Title: Controversy at RISD: Pro-Palestinian Exhibition Shut Down Amid Safety and Free Speech Concerns The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) finds itself at the center of a heated debate over censorship, student activism, and the complex intersection of art and politics. On March 17, 2024, RISD’s student group, Students for Justice in Palestine (RSJP), alongside Carr Haus—a student-run, publicly […]
Title: From the River to the Bay: Celebrating Palestinian Culture Through Art and Resistance in San Francisco In the heart of San Francisco’s SOMArts Cultural Center, an evocative exhibition titled From the River to the Bay serves as a vibrant testament to resilience, human dignity, and cultural endurance. Curated by artist Chris Gazaleh and on display through March 30, the […]
Title: Inside the Artist’s Studio: Creative Workspaces that Inspire For many artists, the studio is far more than just a workspace—it’s a sanctuary, laboratory, and sanctuary for personal expression. In Hyperallergic’s “A View From the Easel” series, artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines invite us into their intimate creative environments and share how those spaces influence their work. The 278th […]
Unlocking the Business of Art: Explore Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s Online Certificate in Art Business The art world is as intellectually stimulating as it is financially complex, blending creativity with commerce in ways unmatched by other industries. Whether you’re an aspiring curator, a gallerist, or an investor hoping to navigate the intricate dynamics of the creative economy, formal training in […]
Title: The Enchantment of Shinjuku’s 3D Billboard: A Digital Art Phenomenon Transforming Advertising in Japan Nestled in the center of Tokyo’s Shinjuku area—one of the most bustling urban locales worldwide—a groundbreaking style of digital advertising has mesmerized both residents and visitors. This is not merely another bright display. Since its launch in 2021, the 3D digital billboard situated above the […]
Title: Crafting Disorder with Charcoal: The Expressive Realm of Josh Hernandez Charcoal isn’t for the timid. Its erratic essence—susceptible to smudging, challenging to master, and swiftly disintegrating—renders it one of the most vibrant and occasionally chaotic artistic mediums. However, for creator Josh Hernandez, these traits are its most significant assets. By embracing its unpredictability, Hernandez produces striking charcoal artworks that […]
Title: A Perspective on a Divided World: The 2025 World Press Photo Contest Showcases Resilience Through Visual Narratives The 2025 World Press Photo Contest has revealed its winners, highlighting an incredible selection of photography that delivers clarity, emotion, and urgency regarding some of the most critical issues affecting our planet. From the debris-littered streets of Gaza and the floodwaters engulfing […]
# The Enduring Legacy of Qawwali: A Sufi Tradition Thriving in the Modern World Qawwali, a devotional Sufi music tradition that dates back to 13th-century South Asia, has long been a source of deep spiritual connection and communal engagement. Rooted in the teachings of Sufi saints like Amir Khusrau, qawwali interweaves poetry, rhythm, and melody to invoke divine remembrance and […]
# Unlocking the Scents of the Past: The Fragrance of Ancient Egyptian Mummies For centuries, archaeological discoveries have relied primarily on visual and textual analysis. However, a new frontier in heritage preservation is captivating historians, scientists, and museum curators alike: smell. Recent studies in chemical archaeology have been shedding light on the fragrances associated with Ancient Egyptian embalming rituals, revealing […]