Title: National Garden of American Heroes: Cultural Showcase or Politicized Agenda? The intersection of politics and the arts has long been a flashpoint in American public life, and the recent revival of the proposed “National Garden of American Heroes” by former President Donald Trump is reigniting this debate. Amidst cuts to crucial cultural funding, the project’s resurrection raises questions about […]
Aaron Gilbert’s “World Without End”: A Visual Dialogue on Time, Capitalism, and Spirituality In his most recent body of work, New York-based painter Aaron Gilbert presents a haunting visual narrative that confronts the invisible boundaries of time, personal alienation, and late-capitalist life. Titled World Without End and on view at Gladstone Gallery, the exhibition encapsulates Gilbert’s signature blend of psychological […]
Exploring UCLA’s 2025 MFA Thesis Exhibitions: A Cross-Section of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles Los Angeles has long been a vibrant epicenter of artistic innovation. While artists like Ed Ruscha and David Hockney have defined earlier frames of L.A.’s cultural output with sun-washed imagery and a midcentury modern sensibility, today’s generation of artists reflects a city—and a world—radically more fragmented, […]
Title: The Dismantling of Federal Arts and Culture Funding: Inside the Cuts to IMLS and NEH In a swift and far-reaching move, the Trump administration has implemented drastic funding cuts to the United States’ cultural infrastructure, targeting prominent federal agencies such as the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). These decisions […]
A View from the Easel: How Studio Spaces Shape Artistic Practice Since its inception, A View from the Easel has provided a candid and intimate glimpse into the inner working spaces of artists around the world. Now in its 280th installment, this ongoing Hyperallergic series continues to shine a light on the environments that not only support but inspire creative […]
Melting Glaciers Represent an Increasing Danger to Global Water and Food Security As climate change hastens and global temperatures rise, one of the most noticeable and alarming effects is the swift retreat of the planet’s glaciers. An expanding array of evidence gathered by international bodies, including the United Nations (UN), UNESCO, and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), reveals a distressing […]
📸 Exhibition Highlight: “JR: Through My Window” Captures the Influence of Art to Overcome Barriers Lisbon’s streets have embraced a fresh visual tempo, driven by the impactful arrival of JR’s newest exhibition, “JR: Through My Window,” which is currently showcased at Underdogs Gallery. This engaging display, open until April 19, 2025, draws audiences into the community-centered, socially conscious realm of […]
**5 Strategies to Embrace and Stay Ahead of the Medieval Core Fashion Trend** The cyclical nature of fashion often brings past eras back into the spotlight, and the latest to storm runways and social feeds alike is the medieval core fashion trend. Rooted in the aesthetics of medieval Europe—think flowing gowns, corsetry, chainmail textures, and opulent embellishments—medieval core weaves historical […]
**Cherry Coded: Exploring the Vibrant Red Fashion Trend Set to Dominate 2025** As the fashion world steps boldly into 2025, one color is commanding attention with unrivaled intensity—cherry red. Aptly dubbed “Cherry Coded,” this radiant hue is more than just a seasonal accent; it’s a defining statement of bold femininity, self-expression, and reinvention. Designers, celebrities, and fashion lovers alike are […]
Title: Documenting the Climate: A Decade of the Weather Photographer of the Year Contest Over the last decade, the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) has welcomed the public to experience weather through the lenses of photographers. Through the Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year competition, both amateur and professional photographers are invited to capture the stunning beauty, intensity, and transformative […]