San Francisco is set to host two highly anticipated art exhibitions showcasing the large-scale works of Bay Area artist Mitchell Johnson. As 2026 begins, art enthusiasts can expect to engage with Johnson’s vibrant and evocative paintings that explore landscapes with a unique blend of abstraction and realism. The first exhibition, “Large New England Landscapes (Selected Paintings 2008-2025),” will be displayed […]
**Celebrating Cultural Resilience: The Symbolism of Palestinian Embroidery in “Narrative Threads”** Joanna Barakat’s “Narrative Threads: Palestinian Embroidery in Contemporary Art” offers an insightful exploration of tatreez, the intricate embroidery that is as politically resonant as it is aesthetically captivating. Through this book, Barakat reels viewers into an art form serving as a vessel for both cultural preservation and political commentary, […]
The Institute for Doctoral Studies in the Visual Arts (IDSVA) has announced that they are now accepting applications for the September 2026 enrollment. IDSVA offers a unique PhD program in Visual Arts with a focus on Philosophy, Aesthetics, and Art Theory. This research-based, low-residency doctoral program is tailored for artists and creative thinkers looking to expand the boundaries of art, […]
During a recent New Year’s festivity in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, sparklers on Champagne bottles sparked a tragic blaze in Le Constellation, a packed basement bar located within an Alpine ski resort. As flames engulfed the bar and consumed its wooden ceilings, teenagers and young adults fought to flee up a cramped staircase, leading to a crowd surge, according to two witnesses. […]
**Exhibition in Arlington, Va.: Exploring Memory and Migration** In Arlington, Va., an immersive exhibition challenges perceptions and invites contemplation through the works of artists Lisu Vega, Reynier Leyva Novo, and Amalia Caputo. The exhibition, “Tactics for Remembering,” at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, runs through January 25, showcasing Caribbean perspectives in art. Lisu Vega’s installation, “The Uncertain Future of […]
When Jimmy Carter passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100, he left behind a remarkable legacy as the 39th president of the United States. However, he also departed with something else: a collection of paintings. Currently, several of these artworks are destined for Christie’s New York, which is hosting a significant auction to commemorate the nation’s […]
Since his election in May 2025, Pope Leo XIV has garnered attention for sounding the alarm on climate change, participating in DJ sets led by priests, and proudly supporting the White Sox. Now, he’s also being recognized for something quite surprising: his personal fashion sense. Vogue magazine named him one of the 55 Best Dressed People of 2025, a distinctive […]
**Exploring Input/Output by Artist Jacob Rochester** Jacob Rochester, a rising artist and innovative creator, engages audiences with his distinctive fusion of input and output through varied artistic forms. In his practice, Rochester investigates the lively exchanges between the influences he absorbs from his environment (inputs) and the creative products he generates (outputs), all of which are firmly anchored in his […]
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Photo: DIGICOMPHOTO/Depositphotos Although bullfighting originated in Spain, its most significant market outside the country is Mexico. It not only boasts the highest number of bullrings globally but also houses the largest one—La Monumental Plaza de Toros México in Mexico City. Nevertheless, through the years, animal rights advocates have raised alarms regarding this event, which involves confronting, overpowering, and ultimately killing […]