Art Flourishing During Challenging Periods
In the realm of arts and cultural commentary, independent journalism continues to be a beacon for truth and exploration. This week, our newsletter delves into the vibrant and controversial intersections of art, politics, and social movements in 2025. As the art world grapples with the ramifications of autocracy and hidden agendas, our articles uncover stories that challenge the status quo and highlight the resilience of creative communities.
We explore the effects of funding cuts and artistic freedom under the Trump administration, alongside emerging trends like “Crusadercore,” which wield historical imagery in modern narratives. Figure models and museum staff are rising against unfair practices, demanding respect and fair compensation. Art Models struggle for recognition, and the “No Kings” movement becomes a symbol of resistance against tyranny.
Our revamped columns address industry insights and community stories. “Art Movements” informs from an art worker’s perspective, while “Art Problems” answers career questions. “In Memoriam” and “A View From the Easel” embrace personal stories and reflective spaces.
In our “Best of 2025,” we celebrate standout art shows and films. Joan Semmel’s body paintings disturb and captivate, while Nan Goldin, Noah Davis, and Yoko Ono leave their marks on the art scene. Our correspondents, including esteemed critics like Aruna D’Souza and Carolina A. Miranda, share global interpretations of these pivotal exhibitions and screenings.
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News highlights include cultural protests, union victories, and a call to action for the preservation of artistic expression. In opinion pieces, we analyze the visual history of resistance movements and question autocratic agendas shaping public art spaces.
In the coming events, the Nevada Museum of Art prepares for the 2026 Art + Environment Summit, featuring discussions on climate and creativity with key figures like Kim Stanley Robinson.
Join us in celebrating the voices that shape contemporary art and storytelling, continuing the legacy of those we’ve lost, and cultivating a future of creative freedom and exploration. Your participation as a member can make a meaningful difference. Thank you for supporting independent art journalism.