**Reviving a Forgotten Craft: Linda Yamane and the Legacy of Ohlone Basketry** For much of her early life, Linda Yamane, an Ohlone artist, historian, and basket weaver, believed that fine Ohlone coil basketry had all but disappeared from the world. Born as a member of the *Rumsen Ohlone Tribal Community*, indigenous to the Monterey Bay and surrounding areas of Northern […]
# Indigenous Futurisms Reimagined: Vibrant Voices in Montclair’s **Interwoven Power** **MONTCLAIR, New Jersey** — The power of Indigenous art pulses through history, not as a relic of the past but as a living, breathing testament to culture, innovation, and resilience. The Montclair Art Museum (MAM), which debuted in 1914 with one of the first Native art collections in the United […]
**Understanding Pop-Ups in Online Journalism: How Independent Publications Survive the Digital Age** In the shifting paradigm of modern journalism, pop-ups have emerged as both blessings and deterrents. You’ve likely encountered several forms of pop-up messages when browsing websites, especially independent journalism or artistic platforms such as Hyperallergic. But what are these pop-ups, and how do they serve as a lifeline […]
**”Suburban Fury” (2024): A Deeper Look into Sara Jane Moore’s Attempt on President Ford’s Life** American history is often punctuated by the seismic moments of its political landscape, but few events are remembered as paradoxical and perplexing as the two assassination attempts on President Gerald Ford within a span of just a few weeks in 1975 — both by women. […]
**The Growing Debate on Land Acknowledgments in U.S. Art Institutions** In recent years, many institutions, including art museums across the United States, have begun incorporating land acknowledgments as a way to recognize the Indigenous peoples whose lands they occupy. However, as numerous Indigenous scholars and community leaders point out, these statements are often considered “performative” or “hollow” when not followed […]
## Why Experiencing Art Live Engages the Brain More Than Replicas Art lovers around the globe frequently embark on journeys to museums and galleries to behold their favorite works in person. Even though they might know these pieces from books, screens, or posters, being in front of the *original* fosters an entirely different and deeper bond. A recent revolutionary neurological […]
**Sahara Desert Witnesses Uncommon Greening Following Intense Rainfall** The Sahara Desert, famous for its extensive, dry, and parched expanses, has recently undergone an unforeseen change. A unique weather phenomenon has resulted in substantial rainfall, triggering an extraordinary blossoming of flora in one of the world’s most barren regions. NASA’s Earth Observatory has released remarkable satellite images highlighting vegetation in areas […]
# Highlights from BSA’s Weekly Image Collection: October 13, 2024 The Brooklyn Street Art (BSA) Weekly Image Collection has once again assembled an impressive overview of engaging contemporary street art from across the globe. This week’s selections, published on October 13, 2024, showcase a diverse array of techniques, themes, and cultural influences, further demonstrating that the global street art landscape […]
**Lady Pink Revamps Berlin Facade for ‘Love Letters to the City’ Exhibition at Urban Nation** In the realm of street art, Lady Pink is a distinguished figure, celebrated for her groundbreaking influence and relentless dedication to graffiti and mural art since the 1970s. This dynamic artist has recently made an impact in Berlin, where she revitalized a facade as part […]
**The Complexities of the Spirit: A Visual Journey by Barbara Gabrielle** In the realm of modern photography, few creators have attained the intricate harmony between artistic beauty and profound emotional impact as Barbara Gabrielle. Her newest anthology, *The Complexities of the Spirit*, invites viewers into a deeply contemplative voyage, stirring an interplay of illumination, shadow, and the intimate human journey. […]