“How Artists Can Combat the AI-Driven Degradation of Quality”

In 2022, artist Molly Crabapple noticed that AI-generated images closely resembling her distinct illustrations began appearing online. These images were created using models trained on billions of images, including her work, to generate images from text. Programs like DALL-E, DreamStudio, and Stable Diffusion produced flawed replicas of her art when prompted with her name. This incident highlights a growing concern […]

Top 10 Must-See Art Exhibitions in the Bay Area This Fall

After a long, rainy summer, the Bay Area art scene is beginning to thaw out, with galleries returning from summer vacation and museums kicking off the fall. The country seems to be spiraling ever further towards authoritarian chaos, but a small flame of resistance burns bright in our cultural spaces. This season’s lineup of exhibitions brings together artists and activists […]

When Artists Exceed the Age for “Emerging” Status

**Breaking the Chains of Chrononormativity: Redefining Artistic Timelines** In the world of arts, the expectation of a linear chronological path binds artists to tightly-controlled timelines, often limiting opportunities for those whose paths diverge. Those labeled as “emerging,” “mid-career,” or “late-career” face a system that rewards conformity to a sequence—education, early success, peak productivity—that matches societal norms. But the nature of […]

“The Seattle Glass Experience Returns This October with Refract”

Get ready for a captivating weekend full of vibrant color as [Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience](https://bit.ly/3JVSaY1) returns October 16–19, 2025. Taking place throughout Seattle and nearby neighborhoods, the festival features new exhibitions, exclusive studio tours, and an exciting lineup of events worth adding to your fall itinerary! Check out some notable highlights below: – Returning for a third year with […]

Introducing the University of Connecticut’s MFA Studio Art Class of 2028

Meet UConn’s MFA Studio Art Class of 2028, a diverse group of artists specializing in various mediums and themes. **McKayla Mae Bensheimer** is a sculptor and printmaker, focusing on figural portraiture that visually narrates contemporary human life. She studied at Herron School of Art and Design and has showcased her work both domestically and internationally. **Tayebeh (Bahar) Ejtemaei**, an Iranian […]