Interview: Investigating Human Expression at the Spoleto Performing Arts Festival
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Immersive Artworks Produced in a Meditative State Depict Links Between the Body and the Universe
There exists a moment, facing the artworks of Anthea Xin, where scale starts to fade away. Initially, the pieces seem like abstract expanses of flowing indigo and mineral hues. Slowly, they rearrange into something that is both corporeal and cosmic. Curvilinear motions hint at the curvature of a spine and the gravitational tug of far-flung celestial entities. In Xin’s artistry, […]
Outdated Compact Discs Converted into Ascendant Sculptures
At the Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco (ICA SF), artist Tara Donovan presents Stratagems, an enthralling installation that reconceptualizes a once-familiar technology into an immersive experience. Made up of thousands of stacked compact discs (CDs), the piece ascends into radiant shapes that glimmer, refract, and perpetually evolve as viewers navigate the area. What starts as recognizable material swiftly morphs […]
Fiber Sculptures Investigate the Influence of Social Media on Women’s Identity
Glimpse, 2025. String, yarn, discarded electrical cable, rubber tube, elastic cord, foam, and cloth. Sculptural threads twist, spiral, and vibrate with an almost electrifying energy in the creations of Sato Sugamoto. Employing vibrant fibers and electrical wires, Sugamoto forms complex, knotted shapes that suggest the hidden structures of human cognition. Grounded in her experience of traversing Japan’s cultural norms, Sugamoto’s […]
BSA Weekly Image Picks: April 19, 2026
**BSA Weekly Image Selections: April 19, 2026** In its commitment to illuminating the rich and varied realm of street art, the Brooklyn Street Art (BSA) team has once again assembled a captivating array of images that embody the art form’s energetic essence. For the week of April 19, 2026, the BSA editors unveil a collection that highlights social commentary, vivid […]
Interview: Painter Who Transitioned from Goldsmith Uses Metal Leaf to Seize the Enchantment of Wildlife
Mixed-media artist Marie Lavallee serves as a wonderful reminder that creativity can take multiple forms. Her love for painting began in high school, after which she built a career as a goldsmith, eventually returning to painting after the age of 50. Despite her shift in mediums, remnants of her previous craft are still visible—Lavallee includes gold and copper leaf details […]
12th Edition of New York’s 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Honors Afro-Brazilian Innovation
In the realm of art, few occasions hold as much excitement as the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, poised to brighten New York’s Starrett-Lehigh Building from May 13 to May 17, 2026. Serving as a tribute to the rich and varied artistry emerging from Africa and its diasporas, 1-54 has established itself as a guiding light for contemporary African art […]
Artist Creatively Advances the Path Ahead Through Intricate Paintings
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BIG Unveils Temporary Venue for Shakira’s Concert Series in Madrid
Shakira, Live Nation, and the Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) have unveiled plans for an innovative venue called the Shakira Stadium at Macondo Park in Madrid, set for 2026. This temporary installation is crafted for the Colombian singer’s 11-show residency as part of her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” World Tour. More than just a typical stadium, it serves as a […]
A Discussion on Art Featuring Rama Duwaji
**Weekly Newsletter** The artist and NYC first lady in an exclusive interview, LACMA’s stunning new building, Trump plays Christ, and much more. — Last week, I visited Gracie Mansion in Manhattan for a conversation with artist and New York First Lady Rama Duwaji. It was her first interview with a journalist since her husband, Zohran Mamdani, took office on January […]