Over the past four decades, Nib Geebles and Abira Ali have captured the overlooked details of Los Angeles through their unique calendar project. Their work, showcased in the “Unknown Landmarks” 2026 calendar, highlights urban decay and the charm of local establishments, ranging from Highland Park strip malls to Eagle Rock flower shops. Geebles and Ali’s collaboration began when they were […]
Activists affiliated with the Everyone Hates Elon campaign installed a framed photo of ex-Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, taken shortly after his recent arrest, at the Musée du Louvre on Sunday, February 22. Mountbatten-Windsor, stripped of his royal title last October following allegations of his involvement with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking ring, was taken into custody on February 19 on suspicions […]
Title: Discovering Human Bonds Through Intimate Portraits by Photographer David Kaminsky Celebrated for his remarkable skill in revealing the deep emotional resonance of his subjects, photographer David Kaminsky stands at the forefront of intimate portraiture. His artistry penetrates the core of human vulnerability, shedding light on the candid, unfiltered moments that frequently remain hidden in daily life. Kaminsky’s Portraiture Method: […]
Museums across the city and the area will remain closed today. As Winter Storm Hernando barrels across parts of the East Coast, museums are among the numerous institutions closing their doors to the public amid severe weather. In New York, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani has instituted a temporary travel ban, major museums have shuttered for the day, including the Metropolitan […]
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is set to reimagine its African American galleries for the first time since 2007, presenting a refreshed exhibition titled “Reimagine African American Art.” This initiative highlights newly acquired works alongside existing pieces, providing a comprehensive view of African American culture’s evolution. Located near Diego Rivera’s “Detroit Industry Murals,” the exhibition spans two centuries, showcasing […]
The Bell Gallery at Brown University is showcasing “Prisoners of Love: Until the Sun of Freedom,” an exhibition by acclaimed artists Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme. Co-curated by Kate Kraczon and Thea Quiray Tagle, this exhibition presents its sole US appearance in Providence, Rhode Island, until May 31. The exhibition is rooted in interviews with former political prisoners in Palestine, […]
**Daily Newsletter Update: Exploring Art and Resistance** The art world buzzes with notable updates, from South Africa’s withdrawal from the Venice Biennale to Glenn Ligon’s exploration of the color blue, providing a variety of cultural insights. **South Africa’s Venice Biennale Withdrawal:** A major shift in the art scene as South Africa opts out of the Venice Biennale. Gabrielle Goliath and […]
Before the advent of digital branding and widespread advertising, Japan discovered a lively graphic language in an unforeseen medium: matchbox labels. By the end of the 19th century, the nation had established itself as the top exporter of matches globally. Japanese manufacturers exported products to the United States, Australia, England, France, India, and beyond. Between 1890 and 1910, during the […]
Mercedes-Benz has historically stood as a symbol of luxury within the automotive sphere, and now its chic design is extending beyond the confines of vehicles. The brand has collaborated with Binghatti, a luxury real estate developer based in Dubai, to introduce their second joint venture, titled Mercedes-Benz Places Binghatti City in the UAE. This “city within a city” draws inspiration […]
**Weekly Newsletter: A Dive Into the Art World and Beyond** In this week’s edition, we delve into some of the most riveting topics in art and culture. We begin with an exploration of the seeds of moral corruption sown by historical figures like the Marquis de Sade, leading to modern-day parallels such as Jeffrey Epstein, as elucidated in Ed Simon’s […]