Welcome to the 328th installment of A View From the Easel, where artists delve into their creative spaces and practices. This week, we explore how artists craft unique alphabets and ponder the universe’s collapse. In Columbia, Maryland, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lusmerlin Lantigua creates art nurtured by her environment. Her studio, open to a garden, blends nature’s rhythms into her work. […]
We frequently perceive the animal kingdom as ruthless, severe, and typically unforgiving. However, there is undoubtedly more to it than that. For a long time, photographers have been highlighting the gentler aspects of the animal realm—ones that are humorous and even endearing. This shift in focus alters our perspective, allowing us to gain a fuller understanding of our environment. Photographer […]
There’s something enchanting about underwater photography, enabling us to glimpse beneath the waves and uncover a completely different realm. This spirit undoubtedly fuels the Underwater Photographer of the Year competition (UPY), which has honored the art form and its advocates since 1965. For UPY2026, creativity and charm merged in the contest’s top entry, illustrating just how varied underwater photography can […]
### Daily Newsletter Insights Hyperallergic’s daily newsletter dives into various art discussions centered around recognition in the art world, artistic practices, and tributes to influential figures. Here are some key highlights: – **Lucian Freud’s “Lostness”**: Michael Glover reflects on Freud’s ability to depict individuals as disconnected from themselves, showcased in a National Portrait Gallery exhibition. – **The Role of Art […]
Laura Phipps, former associate curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art, has been appointed as the new director of the Gochman Family Collection (GFC). This announcement coincides with the organization’s plans to establish a permanent exhibition space in the Hudson River Valley, scheduled to open this fall. The GFC, co-founded in 2021 by Becky Gochman and Zach Feuer, is […]
**The Continuous Atmosphere of Award Seasons and Their Influence on the Art World** The annual rhythm of award seasons has evolved into a perpetual atmosphere, where announcements smoothly transition into ceremonies, followed by press cycles that feed speculation about subsequent stages. The art world has embraced this rhythm, creating its own awards and recognition moments that appear to consolidate value […]
Michael Harris was enjoying skiing at Stevens Pass Ski Resort in Washington on Thursday, February 26, when he unexpectedly found himself trapped in an avalanche. Buried beneath the snow for over four hours, he was unsure of his survival prospects, until his wife utilized the “Find My iPhone” feature to pinpoint his location and bring him to safety. After realizing […]
**Photographer Philipp Treudt Delves into Equestrian Imagery** Philipp Treudt, a distinguished photographer celebrated for his compelling visuals, has established a distinct reputation in equestrian photography. His artistry encapsulates the elegance, strength, and nuanced relationship between people and horses, presenting a vivid portrayal of these noble creatures that has enchanted viewers across the globe. From an early fascination with equestrian subjects, […]
LONDON — Death can be such a miserable nose-dive for any artist. Lucian Freud is deep into the 15th year of his posthumous life as a celebrated figurative painter. Where do the custodians of his reputation take him from here? I am asking myself this question in London, where Lucian stalked abroad in his studio in the city’s W9 area, […]
### UNT Exhibition Cancellation Sparks Controversy and Free Speech Debate In early February, the University of North Texas (UNT) abruptly canceled an art exhibition by Victor “Marka27” Quiñonez, which was critical of the treatment of immigrants in the U.S. New internal communications reveal how UNT administrators deliberated this decision, leading to accusations of censorship from free speech groups. The exhibit, […]