Lebanese Art Gallery Owner Manages Operations Amid Israeli Airstrikes

**Joumana Asseily Temporarily Closes Beirut Gallery Amid Rising Tensions** In a turbulent week for Lebanon, Joumana Asseily, the founder of Marfa’ Projects, made the difficult decision to temporarily close her Beirut gallery amid widespread evacuation orders following increased bombardments by Israel. The escalating conflict, which has already displaced an estimated half a million people, forced Asseily to shutter her gallery […]

The Transformation of a Texas Town into an Artistic Hub

Kingsbury, Texas — A Surprising Utopia in the Heart of Texas In a region where social and political climates often seem bleak, Kingsbury, Texas, emerges as an unexpected oasis of creativity and community-oriented governance. Despite the surrounding detention centers and a broader context of rights erosion, this small town between San Antonio and Austin presents a striking alternative to the […]

Lisette Model’s Hidden Jazz Photographs

The story of Lisette Model and other photographers who shaped the way we historicize social movements today highlights the power of visual art in capturing and influencing social change. Lisette Model was an Austrian-American photographer whose work is now gaining attention through a new book that reveals her hidden photographs of jazz legends like Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong. Model, […]

Architect Forsakes Conventional Design to Adopt Nature-Inspired Innovations

In Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s perspective, nothing was more repugnant than a linear form. “[It’s] devoid of divinity and unethical,” the Austrian artist stated in a 1958 manifesto. “Within it resides neither God nor human essence, but a collective, mindless insect enslaved by comfort.” This aversion is manifest in his designs, bursting with unforeseen curves, vibrant hues, and whimsical shapes. Born in […]

Thaddeus Mosley, Acclaimed Self-Taught Sculptor, Passes Away at 99

Thaddeus Mosley: A Sculptor’s Legacy Thaddeus Mosley, a self-taught artist and renowned sculptor known for his distinctive creation methods, left an indelible mark on the art world and his community. Born in 1926 in New Castle, Pennsylvania, Mosley’s journey from humble beginnings to international recognition reflects his unique artistic vision and dedication to his craft. Mosley, who passed away at […]

Embroidered Mixed-Media Artworks Investigate Migrant Stories Via Creative Expression

**Exposición Individual de Arleene Correa Valencia: “Códice •• Sobreviviendo a la Persecución / Codex •• Surviving the Persecution”** La próxima exposición individual de Arleene Correa Valencia en Fridman Gallery en Nueva York, que se inaugurará el 20 de marzo de 2026, explora la historia familiar y las narrativas de migrantes mexicanos a través de sus obras de arte en técnica […]

Amoako Boafo’s Mobile Studio Initiative

Amoako Boafo’s “I Bring Home With Me” at Roberts Projects in Los Angeles brings a piece of Accra, Ghana, to the city, offering a tranquil contrast to the buzz of Hollywood. The exhibition features 22 portraits that connect viewers to Boafo’s world using his distinctive collaged finger trail style, including his self-portraits and embroidered works. This is Boafo’s first stateside […]

Swedish Officials Recommend Cat Owners to Observe Pets a Minimum of Two Times Each Day

Cats are recognized as self-sufficient animals, often making it seem that they rely on humans less than humans do on them. However, Swedish officials have a different perspective. The nation boasts some of the most robust animal welfare regulations globally, mandating that cat owners must check on their pets at least twice daily to guarantee their health and safety. The […]

Incredible Images Offer a Breathtaking Perspective of Europe’s Grand Cathedrals

In the quiet beneath an arched ceiling, where light streams through stained glass like vibrant liquid, time appears to loosen its hold. Stone ribs extend above like the skeleton of some ancient being, and each step fades into resonance. It is within this paused tranquility that photographer Peter Li sets his lens—not solely to record sacred structures, but to reinvent […]