Exploring the Scientific Principles Behind Quilting

The resurgence of fiber arts has brought quilt-making into the spotlight, with recent exhibitions across the United States celebrating the craftsmanship and cultural significance of quilting. Shows like “Routed West” at the Berkeley Art Museum and “Of Salt and Spirit” at the Memphis Brooks Museum highlight regional quilting cultures, while the High Museum in Atlanta features “Patterns in Abstraction,” focusing […]

Takako Yamaguchi’s Innovative Approach to Transforming Seascape Art

What makes a seascape? In this focus exhibition of 10 recent paintings at the Museum of Contemporary Art, veteran Los Angeles artist Takako Yamaguchi subverts the traditional notion. Rather than base her imagery on observations of the natural world, she takes the opposite approach and practices what she calls “abstraction in reverse.” Recognizing that early European and American Modernists derived […]

“Creative Accountability: The Joint Creations of Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto”

Title: Creative Reckoning: The Joint Works of Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto Within the domain of modern art, where limits are perpetually altered and reinterpreted, the partnership of Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto exemplifies the strength of united vision and collective creativity. Merging unique artistic styles, the pair produces pieces that are not only visually striking but also conceptually significant. […]

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Reinvigorates with Contemporary Enhancements for 100th Anniversary Festivities

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra has recently experienced a transformation that honors both performance and community, signaling a new chapter in its remarkable history. This stunning renovation, executed by the renowned design firm Snøhetta, began in 2019 and was perfectly scheduled to align with the hall’s 2025 centennial. “The reimagined St. Louis Symphony Orchestra reflects a strengthened dedication to music, […]

MoMA’s Premier Design Store Reopens After Remarkable Renovation

In a noteworthy advancement for design enthusiasts, New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has relaunched its premier Design Store in SoHo following an extensive renovation spearheaded by Peterson Rich Office. This revamp not only refreshes the store’s look but also improves the experience for visitors. The redesign focuses on spaciousness, featuring bespoke vitrines, blue metal displays, and modern lighting […]

Picasso Miniature Painting Reported Missing in Spain

A miniature gouache painting by Pablo Picasso has gone missing in Spain, according to CajaGranada Fundación, a cultural center and museum in Granada. In a statement shared with Hyperallergic, the institution said that its staff discovered that Picasso’s “Naturaleza muerta con guitarra (Still life with a guitar)” (1919) was missing from a shipment of items for an upcoming exhibition. The […]