Sue Roe’s latest book, “Hidden Portraits: Six Women Who Shaped Picasso’s Life,” takes on the task of illuminating the lives of the significant women who were entwined with Picasso. While the title centers on Picasso, the book ventures into the stories of Fernande Olivier, Olga Khokhlova, Marie-Thérèse Walter, Dora Maar, Françoise Gilot, and Jacqueline Roque. These women, while overshadowed by […]
**Exploring Transience Through Sand: Carin Leong’s “Sandcastles”** Carin Leong, a documentary filmmaker and multimedia journalist, has released a poignant short film titled *Sandcastles* that delves into the ephemeral nature of human existence, showcasing it through the lens of sand. Premiering at the SXSW in 2024, this film is now available on Field of Vision. *Sandcastles* intricately weaves together narratives from […]
**Film Review: 100 Nights of Hero** The film adaptation of Isabel Greenberg’s graphic novel, *100 Nights of Hero*, directed by Julia Jackman, brings to screen a feminist narrative originally filled with interwoven tales and complex storytelling techniques. The film stays true to the book’s thematic focus, highlighting gender-based oppression in a fictional world where women’s literacy is suppressed, yet the […]
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Photo: varga.jovica/Depositphotos As AI and algorithm-driven biases escalate, fake news proliferates—and alarmingly—it’s becoming progressively more challenging to identify. However, in Finland, the upcoming generation is being trained to discern what is authentic and what is not from an early age. Since the 1990s, this innovative country has integrated media literacy into its national curriculum, instructing children as young as three […]
**Discovering Hope Through the Artistic Perspective of Stanley Ejike Nwite** For artist Stanley Ejike Nwite, a pencil transcends being a mere instrument—it’s a symbol of hope and articulation. Rooted in his childhood, where he often struggled to express himself verbally, Nwite discovered solace and a voice through his artistry. The Nigerian creator has since enthralled audiences with his hyperrealistic portraits […]
**Camouflaged: A Creation by Briar Pine** Briar Pine, recognized for her distinctive fusion of nature and abstract realism, has once more captivated audiences with her newest work, “Camouflaged.” Debuted at the Annual Abstract Art exhibition, this piece investigates the nuanced dynamics of what is seen and hidden, referencing themes of nature’s mimicry and the complexities of human identity. **Idea and […]
**Daily News Roundup: Art and Advocacy Through Current Events** The recent death of Renee Nicole Good at the hands of ICE has sparked widespread protest and artistic memorials. President Trump’s controversial depiction of the incident contrasts starkly with video evidence, leading to significant public outcry. Demonstrations and art have emerged, criticizing the administration’s narrative and highlighting Good’s legacy as a […]
The Scream by Edvard Munch stands as one of the most legendary artworks in the timeline of art, celebrated for encapsulating the core of anxiety and existential angst. This eerie expressionist creation showcases a figure in the foreground grasping its face in a voiceless scream, set against a vibrant and swirling sky in the backdrop. It serves as a stark […]
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