Iconic Chelsea Artist Building Offered Purchase by Elizabeth Foundation

An esteemed nonprofit seeks to purchase a West Chelsea arts building to establish an artist residency program while retaining existing tenants. The Wolff Building, listed earlier this year, has been contested by artists and residents. The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts offered to buy it and create a studio program like its West 39th Street flagship. Anne-Brigitte Sirois of Art […]

Fifteen Must-See Art Exhibitions in Los Angeles This Fall

This fall in Los Angeles, museums are highlighting the power of art to build communities, protest injustices, and reshape historical narratives. Exhibitions like the Latin American Mail Art showcase subversive creative networks formed during times of political oppression, while the Smithsonian’s Chicano print exhibition arrives at the Huntington. The Getty features the Guerrilla Girls’ archives, while Skirball connects Philip Guston […]

The Influence of Art Deco on American Cinema

The Rise of Art Deco and Its Cinematic Influence In 1925, a transformative event in Paris marked the birth of a movement that would leave an indelible mark on architecture, design, and cinema—Art Deco. The Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes was a showcase of modernity, drawing millions eager to see cutting-edge styles that departed dramatically from 19th-century […]

US Agencies Report No Records of Tourist Flagged for JD Vance Meme

In a recent case that has garnered attention, 21-year-old Norwegian tourist Mads Mikkelsen was denied entry into the United States, sparking controversies around how his case was handled by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This incident began when a JD Vance meme was allegedly found on his phone, leading to his detention. Mikkelsen, represented […]

Exhibition of Raheleh Filsoofi’s Artwork: Exploring the Concept of Arrival

Raheleh Filsoofi is a prominent itinerant artist, feminist curator, and community advocate whose artistic practices are deeply intertwined with her experiences as an immigrant and her commitment to social activism. Utilizing clay and sound as her primary mediums, Filsoofi’s work delves into the complexities of movement, immigration, and the overarching quest for social justice. Her art serves as a bridge […]

“Multidisciplinary Art by Eric-Paul Riege Exhibited at Bell Gallery”

**Diné Artist Eric-Paul Riege Unveils *ojo|-|ólǫ́* at the Bell Gallery** Eric-Paul Riege, the renowned Diné artist, presents his significant exhibition, *ojo|-|ólǫ́*, at the Bell Gallery at Brown University. This institutional showcase brings together Riege’s diverse practices, including textile art, sculpture, collage, video, and performance, creating a captivating blend of traditional and contemporary art forms. Riege, born in 1994 in Na’nízhoozhí […]