An Artist’s Perspective

**Artists Reimagining Studio Spaces** In today’s evolving art scene, traditional studio norms are often set aside in favor of more flexible, inspiring environments. For many artists, their workspace isn’t confined to four walls but extends to wherever creativity strikes. This adaptability not only influences their artistic process but also how they interact with their surroundings. **Creating Beyond Walls** Many artists […]

Asian Cultural Council Provides Fellowships and Grants for Research and Cultural Exchange Opportunities

**Asian Cultural Council’s 2026 Global Grant Cycle Opens for Applications** The Asian Cultural Council (ACC) invites artists, art professionals, and organizations to apply for its 2026 Global Grant Cycle. Throughout its history, ACC has facilitated over 6,000 cultural exchanges across 26 countries, regions, and territories in 16 disciplines, enriching cross-cultural dialogue and understanding. **Grants and Fellowships Overview:** 1. **New York […]

Artists Consider Boycotting Venice Biennale Due to Controversy Over Israeli Pavilion

**Artists and Cultural Workers Threaten Boycott of 61st Venice Biennale Over Israel’s Participation** The 61st Venice Biennale, scheduled to commence on May 9, 2026, faces potential boycotts from artists and cultural workers due to its invitation to Israel. The anonymous group Art Not Genocide Alliance (ANGA) expressed their objections in an open letter, calling for Israel’s exclusion due to its […]

Fiber Artist Constructs Expansive Installations Featuring Light-Reflective, Color-Altering Effects

In the late 1990s, Janet Echelman, who was a painter at the time, journeyed to India only to find her paints ultimately go missing. Upon arriving in a fishing village, she swiftly changed direction, crafting sculptures using knotted fishing twine. These initial endeavors continue to influence Echelman’s artistic practice decades later, which mainly centers around monumental fiber installations. Nowadays, she […]

Shanghai’s Louis Vuitton Store Showcases Massive Boat-Inspired Architecture

At the helm of HKRI Taikoo Hui in central Shanghai, a massive boat-inspired concept store, The Louis Shanghai, draws attention. Created by the luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton (LV), this installation serves not merely as an ornament but as a homage to Shanghai’s rich maritime heritage and LV’s historical path. Crafted by the brand’s in-house design team, The Louis Shanghai […]

Larry Bell’s Glass Cubes Illuminate Madison Square Park

The austere glass cubes for which Larry Bell is best known landed in New York City’s Madison Square Park this fall. Concurrently, a smaller show at the Judd Foundation showcases his lesser-known works on canvas, which Flavin Judd organized at his father’s art foundation in Soho. Politically conservative, even corporate in aesthetic, Bell’s objects glow with an elegance that is […]

Impact of US Government Shutdown on Museums

The latest government shutdown in the United States has left numerous federal agencies and programs in uncertainty as Democrats and Republicans fail to agree on funding. Key cultural and arts institutions like the Smithsonian museums, National Gallery of Art (NGA), National Endowment for the Arts, and various national monuments managed by the National Park Service are significantly affected. The Smithsonian […]