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 […]
**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. […]
NEVERCREW’s “Souvenir” mural in Vienna functions as a striking visual commentary on climate change, transforming the wall area into a thought-provoking environmental installation. Crafted by the Swiss artist duo Christian Rebecchi and Pablo Togni, known as NEVERCREW, this mural is carefully designed to elevate awareness regarding the pressing necessity for ecological sustainability. The “Souvenir” mural resides in Vienna, Austria, and […]
**Exclusive Personal Ghost: An Artwork by Sarah Muirhead** Sarah Muirhead is distinguished for her stirring and meticulously crafted pieces, frequently investigating notions of identity and interpersonal bonds. Her artwork is admired for merging realistic elements with intense emotional depth, and her creation “Exclusive Personal Ghost” continues this tradition. This piece examines the lingering echoes of the past and the unforgettable […]
**Chanyoung Chung Secures 2025 Photo Awards: Honoring Creativity and Vision** During a glittering event in New York City, the 2025 Photo Awards celebrated the outstanding achievements of photographers from across the globe, with the top honor awarded to the highly gifted Chanyoung Chung. Chung’s exceptional portfolio not only impressed the jury but also set a fresh standard for innovation and […]
My First Encounter with Rama Duwaji’s Art: Reflections on a Pioneering Artist and First Lady of NYC In 2024, I first came across Rama Duwaji’s artwork while queueing for the restroom at Huda, a Levantine bistro in East Williamsburg. The NYC-mandated first-aid poster had been transformed into an artwork in Duwaji’s distinctive style. This encounter began my admiration for the […]
**Women Figurative Realist Painters Can Enter to Win $75,000 and a Traveling Solo Exhibition** Aspiring women figurative realist painters are invited to apply for The Bennett Prize, with a grand prize recently increased to $75,000, the largest offered solely to women in this category. The prize also includes a traveling solo exhibition. The call for entries is open through September […]
The images captured by George Wharton James in the early 20th century place the Havasupai Tribe within a landscape that is both detailed and broad. Individuals are shown by Havasu Creek, within cultivated areas, or set against the Grand Canyon walls that integrate them into the environment. This relationship is significant. The term Havasupai means “people of the blue-green water,” […]
The upcoming 2026 Met Gala has sparked protests and calls for a boycott due to its lead sponsors, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, being appointed as honorary co-chairs. Activists, motivated by Amazon’s alleged worker exploitation and its connections to ICE through Amazon Web Services, have spread the message via posters across New York City. The campaign, spearheaded by the British […]
This informative article, adapted from Leigh Raiford’s “When Home Is a Photograph: Blackness and Belonging in the World,” explores a photograph from Kathleen Cleaver’s family album featuring her children Maceo and Joju Cleaver in 1970. The photo captures them nestled in a zebra-printed carver chair, a significant piece of furniture that traveled with the family and symbolized the blending of […]