**Title: Miami Beach Protest: Art Basel Faces Criticism Over Ties to Controversial Investments** On December 6, in front of the Miami Beach Convention Center, a coalition of artists and activists protested against Art Basel, criticizing its connections to Israeli weapon manufacturing and highlighting environmental concerns. Led by a Miami-based group, Artists 4 Artists (A4A), the demonstrators also pushed for a […]
# Hyperallergic Weekly Newsletter: Navigating the Art World’s Gimmicks and Challenging Norms ## Market Frenzy in Miami With the art world abuzz about market events, the spotlight shifted from November’s evening sales in New York to this week’s Miami fairs. Hyperallergic’s Senior Editor Valentina Di Liscia, a Miami native, provided a critical lens on the events beyond their glamorous facade. […]
Frank Gehry, a pioneering architect whose innovative designs reshaped cityscapes worldwide, passed away at 96. Known for his postmodern works that transformed structures into iconic tourist destinations, Gehry’s architectural influence is unparalleled. His most acclaimed work, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, is celebrated as a 20th-century masterpiece. Born in Toronto, Gehry moved to California in 1947, where he began his illustrious […]
Festivals are not solely focused on the music. Creative stage design significantly contributes to enveloping attendees in remarkable, surreal settings. The masterminds behind the iconic techno festival Time Warp in Germany elevate this concept, transforming each “floor” into an imaginative installation that merges engineering, scenography, and dynamic light art. Recently, Time Warp executed its weekend edition in New York City, […]
Archaeologists Uncover 6,000-Year-Old Artifacts Beneath the Palace of Westminster Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery beneath London’s iconic Palace of Westminster, unearthing artifacts dating back 6,000 years. Announced by the Houses of Parliament Restoration and Renewal Delivery Authority, the findings include 60 flint flakes believed to be tools from the Mesolithic or early Neolithic period, dating around 4,300 BCE. These […]
The two-year MFA Design program at the University of California, Davis offers a dynamic platform for students to explore and innovate in their creative endeavors. This program, designed for interdisciplinary and research-oriented work, provides access to the vast resources of a leading public institution. With a curriculum that supports both creative and scholarly pursuits, students participate in core courses alongside […]
**Art Review: Reframing Perspectives at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum** The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe is presently showcasing the groundbreaking exhibition “Tewa Nangeh/Tewa Country,” which juxtaposes the renowned landscapes of Georgia O’Keeffe with compelling contributions from Tewa Pueblo artists. This exhibition profoundly challenges and dispels the traditional “O’Keeffe Country” narrative, offering a more inclusive representation of the region’s cultural […]
Visual artists in Canada might soon benefit financially from the resale of their works as the government has announced intentions to amend its copyright laws. In a recent budget bill, Prime Minister Mark Carney outlined an “Artist’s Resale Right” (ARR), which would allow artists to earn royalties from secondary sales of their artworks. This move aims to provide additional income […]
Yale University’s Decision to Relocate Claes Oldenburg’s Iconic Sculpture “Lipstick (Ascending) on Caterpillar Tracks” Yale University’s recent decision to move the iconic Claes Oldenburg sculpture has stirred emotions among students, alumni, and art enthusiasts. The 24-foot steel creation, known as “Lipstick (Ascending) on Caterpillar Tracks” (1969), was initially installed at Morse College, where it stood for half a century. The […]
A few years back, [Rania Matar](https://raniamatar.com/) made her way back to Lebanon, the land of her birth from which she had escaped nearly 40 years prior due to the civil war. She navigated through deserted structures with a young Lebanese woman, whom she aimed to capture in photographs for an upcoming project. Out of nowhere, the duo spotted something: [graffiti](https://mymodernmet.com/graffiti-art) […]