A hundred years ago, Kawai Kanjirō along with two of his close companions introduced a term that would transform Japanese art: *mingei*. This blend of *minshū* (“people”) and *kōgei* (“craft”) captured a craft-focused, populist ethos. As one of the movement’s founding figures, it’s unsurprising that Kanjirō played a pivotal role in shaping it, leading to creations ranging from functional pottery […]
**Art Review: Petrit Halilaj’s Fantastical Vision of Reconciliation** **Introduction** Petrit Halilaj’s exhibition, “An Opera Out of Time,” at Hamburger Bahnhof, Berlin, offers a thought-provoking inquiry into the themes of curiosity, cultural heritage, and reconciliation. Through a variety of installations, Halilaj navigates the complex histories and existential questions that shape contemporary society, urging a reconsideration of differences that often lead to […]
**Dazeworld by Chris “Daze” Ellis: An Insight into the MCL Collection** The MCL Collection is celebrated for its extensive and varied selection of works that honor creative innovation, cultural impact, and the vibrant essence of global artistry. One notable piece in this collection is “Dazeworld” by the esteemed artist Chris “Daze” Ellis, a prominent name in graffiti and contemporary art. […]
Art Review A smaller survey would have allowed for something more meaningful than just showing what Bove has been doing for the past decades. Carol Bove, “10 Hours” (2019) (all photos Seph Rodney/Hyperallergic) There was a moment in the Guggenheim’s sprawling new Carol Bove exhibition when the entire show began to make sense to me. It was when I chanced […]
**Community and Cultural Developments: Key Insights** In the ever-evolving art world, community dynamics and cultural advancements continue to shape our artistic landscape. This article dives deep into recent noteworthy developments ranging from gallery representations and new leadership roles to educational challenges and cultural transformations. **Anicka Yi’s Expanding Gallery Representation** South Korea-born, New York-based artist Anicka Yi is renowned for incorporating […]
This week, the theme of community shines through various cultural and artistic lenses. We explore how art, heritage, and activism intersect in different regions and mediums. Iranian Heritage: Photographer Farshid Rahimi Kalahroudi’s work brings attention to the architectural endurance of the Malek Zuzan Mosque ruins in northeastern Iran, a finalist piece in the Sony World Photography Awards. This site embodies […]
The 2026 Whitney Biennial, curated by Drew Sawyer and Marcela Guerrero, takes a distinctive approach in gauging the current American art scene. Unlike previous iterations that adhered to strong thematic directives, this edition aims to capture the broader temperature of the art world, leading to its characterization as “weird.” This label reflects the pervasive sense of dislocation in contemporary society, […]
Title: Guggenheim Museum Workers Rally for Fair Contract Amidst Exhibition Opening On the evening of March 4, amid the opening reception for Carol Bove’s solo exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum in New York, museum workers gathered outside to demand a fair contract. Unionized under Local 2110 UAW, they raised concerns about high healthcare costs and job insecurity following the abrupt […]
Welcome to the 327th installment of A View From the Easel, a series in which artists reflect on their workspace. This week, artists transform their law school notes into a medium and weave the studio into their everyday life. Want to take part? Check out our submission guidelines and share a bit about your studio with us through this form! […]
**A Symphony of Disappearing Sounds for the Great Salt Lake: Olafur Eliasson’s New Installation** As the ecological crisis of the Great Salt Lake deepens, artist Olafur Eliasson introduces a compelling site-specific installation in Salt Lake City, emphasizing the urgency of environmental preservation. Eliasson’s latest work, “A Symphony of Disappearing Sounds for the Great Salt Lake,” will be presented from March […]