# My Modern Met Academy’s October Drawing Challenge: Advice and Insights for Achieving Success Photo: NewAfrica / Depositphotos As we hit the mid-month mark, participants of *My Modern Met Academy’s* October Drawing Challenge are probably deep into their artistic journeys. However, if you haven’t enrolled yet, don’t fret! With another two weeks ahead, you still have the chance to join […]
# Weekly BSA Images Update: September 15, 2024 – Report from Berlin *Location*: Berlin, Germany *Published by*: Brooklyn Street Art (BSA) Berlin continues to stand as a leading global center for urban art and street culture, and this week, the city shines once more with new creations documented by the Brooklyn Street Art (BSA) team. In the week prior to […]
**The Impact of Tommy Lanigan-Schmidt’s Graffiti Art on the Streets of New York City in the 1960s** The 1960s in New York City represented an era of political turmoil, social change, and artistic innovation. Set against the backdrop of protests against the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Movement, the rise of the counterculture, and an increase in queer representation, New […]
Aliza Nisenbaum’s exhibition *Altanera, Preciosa y Orgullosa* at LA’s Regen Projects showcases her vibrant, socially-engaged paintings featuring dancers from Latino communities. The Mexico-born artist spent time with Los Angeles’ folkloric dance troupes during the COVID-19 lockdowns, later returning in 2023 to photograph and paint them during rehearsals and behind-the-scenes. Nisenbaum vividly portrays the cultural richness of folklórico, mariachi, and other […]
**Hans Holbein the Younger’s *The Dance of Death*: A Reflection on Mortality in Renaissance Art** Hans Holbein the Younger (1497–1543) is celebrated as one of the finest portraitists of the Northern Renaissance, known for his uncanny precision, eye for color, and meticulous detail. However, beyond his well-known portraits, his woodcut series *The Dance of Death* (*Der Totentanz*) stands as a […]
Danny Lyon’s New Autobiography: A Bold Look into His Life Through a Historical Lens Danny Lyon, one of the most prominent voices in American photography and documentary filmmaking, has released a new autobiography titled, *This Is My Life I’m Talking About*. The book is a raw and unvarnished recounting of his extraordinary journey through some of the most pivotal moments […]
## Chitra Ganesh’s “Tiger in the Looking Glass”: A Feminist-Futurist Vision that Bends Time and Space ### Introduction to Ganesh’s Art & Gallery Exhibition *Hot pink paint,* reminiscent of a vivid bougainvillea vine, drenched with notes of femininity and power, daubs the backdrop of Chitra Ganesh’s latest solo show at *Gallery Wendi Norris* in San Francisco. The chosen color isn’t […]
### Article: Exploring Open House New York (OHNY): A Weekend of Unmissable Architectural and Artistic Experiences Every fall, New Yorkers and visitors alike are treated to a unique experience that provides intimate access to the city’s architectural and cultural treasures — Open House New York (OHNY). This three-day festival, now in its 22nd year, opens the doors to over 276 […]
## The Hidden Turbulence in Vincent van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” Vincent van Gogh’s *The Starry Night* is one of the most famous masterpieces in art history, recognized for its mesmerizing swirling night sky. But recent research from physicists reveals that van Gogh captured more than artistic beauty—his strokes align with the complex laws of fluid dynamics, specifically those related […]
# Jeff Koons and Squarespace: A Creative Partnership or an Artistic Nightmare? In a move that prompted as much fascination as concern in the artistic community, the world-renowned artist Jeff Koons has partnered with website-building giant Squarespace. The collaboration marks an expansion of Koons’ influence into the realm of digital art presentation and web design. But what exactly does this […]