Job Cuts at Artnet and Artsy Amid Market Shifts in Art Industry

The intricacies of today’s art world reflect a dynamic convergence of community, business, and cultural expression. Recent events highlight the delicate balance between economic viability and artistic innovation, revealing the profound changes shaping this vibrant landscape. The arts community has been abuzz with significant shifts, particularly following the merger of Artnet and Artsy under the auspices of Beowolff Capital. This […]

Rawya El Chab Heals Lebanon’s Civil War Wounds

**Telling Stories of Home and Heritage: Rawya El Chab’s Journey Through Theater and Memory** In a modest room in Brooklyn, Rawya El Chab sits with purpose, her eyes reflecting a history entwined with conflict and resilience. After teaching her performance class for children in Sunset Park, where the concerns of her students echo with fears of family separation by immigration […]

The Unknown Artists of the Canton Trade System

For all their organizational necessity, the taxonomic practices of the art museum cannot fully articulate the flux, loss, and multiplicity that mark the lives of artists. Titles, dates, and cultural or geographic affiliations are affixed to the gallery wall in what museums aptly dub a “tombstone” — a little label commemorating the end of an informational lifespan. When an artist’s […]

ADAA Art Fair to Support Whitney Museum in Unexpected Decision

In a significant development within the art world, the Art Dealer’s Association of America (ADAA) has announced the Whitney Museum of American Art as its new philanthropic partner for the upcoming fair at the Park Avenue Armory this fall. This move follows the sudden termination of ADAA’s long-established partnership with the Henry Street Settlement, a social services organization that had […]

LACMA’s New Building Encourages Personalized Exploration

**LACMA’s New Building: A Modern Take on the Museum Experience** The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) unveils its new building this weekend, marking a significant transformation of its campus. Directed by Michael Govan, the project challenges traditional museum paradigms by fostering thematic connections across time and space, reflecting Los Angeles’s diverse and interconnected culture. Design and Construction Challenges […]

Mandatory Reading List

The recent developments in the art and cultural scene have sparked significant dialogue around the role of community and expression in our societies today. One poignant example of this is Tania Bruguera’s stained-glass artwork titled “Towards A Civic Museum,” now featured at the newly opened V&A East Museum in London. This piece echoes Bruguera’s relentless advocacy for freedom of expression […]

The Launch of the Marsden Hartley Legacy Project Website

The first comprehensive catalogue of artworks by acclaimed modernist painter Marsden Hartley is now freely available on the internet. The Marsden Hartley Legacy Project: The Complete Paintings and Works on Paper announces the highly anticipated launch of its website in association with Bates College Museum of Art. The catalogue consists of over 1600 paintings, drawings, pastels, and prints executed by […]

A Conversation About Art With Rama Duwaji

On a damp New York City morning last week, I visited Gracie Mansion for an exclusive interview with artist and First Lady Rama Duwaji in her studio. We talked about her art practice and political life while surrounded by her drawings and ceramics. I hope you enjoy reading this interview, through which I learned more about Duwaji’s life story and […]

Focus on Artist Nicholas Moegly

**Spotlight on Illustrator Nicholas Moegly** Nicholas Moegly is a modern illustrator acclaimed for his expressive and intricate artworks that encapsulate the essence of American culture and scenery. With a unique approach that merges lifelike elements with graphic design aesthetics, Moegly’s pieces frequently showcase nighttime environments highlighted by dramatic lighting, resulting in an atmosphere that feels both reminiscent and hauntingly calm. […]