On October 24, 2025, a recently uncovered Pablo Picasso artwork featuring Dora Maar was auctioned for €32.01 million (approximately $37.15 million) by Lucien Paris. The ultimate sale price was nearly four times greater than the initial projection by the Parisian auction house, which was set at €8 million (around $9.45 million). Entitled Buste de femme au chapeau à fleurs (Dora […]
David Popa, a creative visionary celebrated for his transient earthwork creations, has recently finished an impressive piece named “Held” on the sandy coast of a small archipelago near Nordskot in northern Norway. Following his acclaimed project in Iceland, Popa journeyed through Scandinavia, which led him to this fresh endeavor using loose beach sand—an unconventional medium for him. “Held” serves as […]
On November 5, Pace Prints will unveil a fresh collection of limited-edition screenprints by Jean-Michel Basquiat, in collaboration with the artist’s estate and Flatiron Editions. Limited to a series of 60, these screenprints replicate Basquiat’s renowned piece on paper, King Alphonso, created between 1982-83, approximately five years prior to his passing in 1988. Like much of Basquiat’s body of work, […]
“Transformation as Depicted by Artist popodoodle” Renowned for their distinctive digital artworks and creative expression, artist popodoodle showcases the theme of transformation within their pieces, highlighting both refined technique and thoughtful concept. Their illustrations continually challenge conventional views, pulling viewers into stories of change and growth, with transformation remaining a key and recurring element within their playful and imaginative approach. […]
**Title: Navigating the Embedded Strategies of Online Pop-Ups** As digital content consumption rises, a pervasive challenge emerges for website designers and developers: creating interfaces that effectively capture user attention without causing disruption. Enter the world of pop-ups—the often-loathed but highly effective online tools used by publishers around the globe to engage readers, promote products, and enhance user experience. ### The […]
Viviene Astakhova: An Expert in Architectural Watercolors Viviene Astakhova, a skilled mixed-media artist hailing from St. Petersburg, has established a unique position in producing graceful illustrations of European architecture. Her distinctive fusion of watercolor and ink introduces a specific lightness to her pieces, paired with the technical accuracy that radiates sophistication. With twenty years of experience to her credit, Astakhova […]
Uniting art and cinema, the 2025 LACMA Art + Film Gala was held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in California on Saturday, November 1. Sponsored by Gucci, this annual fundraiser recognized two influential figures: Mary Corse, who has dedicated her 60-year career to examining light as both a material and a theme; and Ryan Coogler, the acclaimed […]
Düsseldorf’s Kunstpalast Museum has garnered international acclaim with its unique and immensely popular “Grumpy Guide” tours, led by the character Joseph Langelinck. This persona, a creation of performance artist Carl Brandi, provides a delightfully unpleasant museum experience infused with a blend of sarcasm and wit. For €7, attendees find themselves at the receiving end of jests for minor missteps such […]
A poignant glimpse into the harsh truths of parenthood in the wild secured the 2025 European Wildlife Photographer of the Year title. Photographer Luca Lorenz captured a touching image of a male pygmy owl returning with food for his young, only to discover they were missing. At 20 years old, Lorenz achieved the distinction of being the youngest winner in […]
“The Lone Horseman” by Dennis Schmelz has been honored as the Photo of the Year in the 2025 Drone Photo Awards, showcasing the distinct viewpoints attained through drone technology. Captured during the blue hour in Cappadocia, the photograph of a solitary rider on a snowy rocky ledge offers a new interpretation of a often-photographed site. This prestigious competition features eight […]