Few of Japan’s great photographers had a career as bold and multifaceted as Masahisa Fukase. Though largely defined by his black and white magnum opus *Ravens* (1986), a book of photographs in which the photographer casts himself as the grim black bird, Fukase managed to express facets of himself through many different proxies. He shot photos of [his wife in […]
Hyperallergic Members are invited to join us on August 12, 2025, for a virtual conversation with two renowned artists about the materiality of paint: Rina Banerjee and Ellie Irons. The speakers will delve into the particularities of working with different pigments and surfaces, the process and chemistry behind creating their own paint, and how they choose the right color. Moderated […]
A crude sketch reportedly hand-drawn by former President Donald Trump was included in a 50th birthday album for convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This allegedly marker-drawn illustration depicted a nude woman, with Trump’s name situated in the subject’s groin region. This note was part of a leather-bound album compiled by Ghislaine Maxwell, containing provocative content from Epstein’s associates. Trump denies […]
**Sunrise / Sunset: A Captivating Journey by Daniela García Hamilton** Daniela García Hamilton, a poignant and perceptive modern artist, investigates the vibrant relationship between light and sentiment in her acclaimed art series “Sunrise / Sunset.” Immersing herself in the mystical allure of transitional periods of the day, her works encapsulate the transient moments that define the everyday rhythm of existence. […]
**Bushwick Collective Block Party 2025 Part 2: Celebration of Music, Art, and Street Culture** As the lively neighborhood of Bushwick prepares for its highly awaited annual occasion, the Bushwick Collective Block Party 2025, the second part is set to be an electrifying festivity of music, art, and street culture. Scheduled for June 14, 2025, the avenues of Bushwick, Brooklyn, will […]
**Kromatic Festival Transforms Identity in Sant Andreu de la Barca** Sant Andreu de la Barca, a delightful locale in Catalonia, Spain, recently hosted a thrilling festivity of diversity and self-discovery—the Kromatic Festival. This innovative event has rapidly become a symbol of cultural vitality, carving out new avenues in the collective creation and commemoration of identity. ### A Spectrum of Culture […]
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A new BBC docuseries, “Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty,” currently streaming on PBS, explores the multifaceted Renaissance period through a modern lens, aligning with popular cultural tropes reminiscent of “Game of Thrones.” This three-part series delves into the political intrigues and artistic achievements of the Renaissance, with a particular focus on key figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and […]
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Some individuals exude a certain effortless coolness, and then there’s Rayyan Arkan Dikha—known as the “Aura Farming Boy” or the “Indonesian Boat Racing Kid.” Dikha has showcased that he operates on an entirely different level with his unique style, grace, and self-assurance. In clips that have gained massive popularity on TikTok and Instagram, the 11-year-old from Indonesia stands at the […]