Celia Paul: A Life in Paint and Prose British artist Celia Paul has long blurred the boundaries between art and autobiography. A painter of remarkable quietude and emotional intensity, her work has gradually gathered attention not simply for its technique but for its fiercely personal perspectives. Her newest monograph, Celia Paul: Works 1975–2025, published by MACK, offers a career-spanning collection […]
A Lost Masterpiece Reemerges: Klimt’s Forgotten Portrait of an African Prince Unveils Complex History After nearly a century hidden from public view, a striking and historic painting by Austrian master Gustav Klimt — once thought lost — captivated audiences at the European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF) held in Maastricht, the Netherlands, this March. The 1897 oil portrait, believed to be […]
Title: Controversy at RISD: Pro-Palestinian Exhibition Shut Down Amid Safety and Free Speech Concerns The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) finds itself at the center of a heated debate over censorship, student activism, and the complex intersection of art and politics. On March 17, 2024, RISD’s student group, Students for Justice in Palestine (RSJP), alongside Carr Haus—a student-run, publicly […]
Remembering Dorgham Qreiqea: A Palestinian Artist’s Legacy of Compassion, Creativity, and Resistance In the heart of Gaza, where artists often contend with war, scarcity, and loss, Dorgham Bassam Qreiqea emerged as a luminous figure of hope and resistance. At just 28, Qreiqea—a muralist, oil painter, and dedicated community leader—was already leaving a lasting mark not only through his artwork but […]
Title: From the River to the Bay: Celebrating Palestinian Culture Through Art and Resistance in San Francisco In the heart of San Francisco’s SOMArts Cultural Center, an evocative exhibition titled From the River to the Bay serves as a vibrant testament to resilience, human dignity, and cultural endurance. Curated by artist Chris Gazaleh and on display through March 30, the […]
Title: Inside the Artist’s Studio: Creative Workspaces that Inspire For many artists, the studio is far more than just a workspace—it’s a sanctuary, laboratory, and sanctuary for personal expression. In Hyperallergic’s “A View From the Easel” series, artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines invite us into their intimate creative environments and share how those spaces influence their work. The 278th […]
Title: Rediscovering Dora Carrington: The Forgotten Artist of the Bloomsbury Group Painter Dora Carrington may not be a household name, but her work—intensely personal, stylistically bold, and emotionally evocative—is finally receiving long-overdue recognition. A new exhibition at Pallant House Gallery in the UK explores Carrington’s life and legacy, positioning her as far more than just a side character in the […]
Title: Bats and Books: The Magical Ecosystem of Portugal’s Biblioteca Joanina Located within the University of Coimbra in Portugal is one of the world’s most magical libraries, famed not only for its 18th-century splendor and a collection of over 60,000 rare and historical texts — but also for an unexpected yet essential community of nighttime guardians: bats. The Biblioteca Joanina, […]
Unlocking the Business of Art: Explore Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s Online Certificate in Art Business The art world is as intellectually stimulating as it is financially complex, blending creativity with commerce in ways unmatched by other industries. Whether you’re an aspiring curator, a gallerist, or an investor hoping to navigate the intricate dynamics of the creative economy, formal training in […]
Ancient Heritage Discovered: Lively Etruscan Murals Uncover Insights into a 2,500-Year-Old Metalworking Lineage Prior to the establishment of the Roman Empire, the Italian region was a vibrant mosaic of cultures and societies. Among the most significant was the Etruscan civilization, which thrived in central Italy from the 8th to the 3rd centuries BCE. Although they were ultimately absorbed into the […]