2026 Martha Cooper Scholarship Initiative at URBAN NATION Museum, Berlin

**2026 Martha Cooper Scholarship Program at URBAN NATION Museum, Berlin** *Empowering Future Generations of Urban Art Historians and Practitioners* Berlin, known worldwide for its vibrant street art culture, is set to once again become the hub of urban creativity and cultural exploration with the 2026 iteration of the Martha Cooper Scholarship Program, organized by the esteemed URBAN NATION Museum. This […]

“Shepard Fairey Commemorates Joaquin Oliver with ‘We Demand Change’ Mural in Washington, D.C.”

**Shepard Fairey Pays Tribute to Joaquin Oliver with ‘We Demand Change’ Mural in Washington, D.C.** Celebrated street artist Shepard Fairey has launched an impactful new mural in Washington, D.C., titled “We Demand Change,” honoring Joaquin Oliver, one of the 17 individuals lost in the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Located in the vibrant […]

Celia Paul Explores Identity and Place Through Her Art

Celia Paul: A Life in Paint and Prose British artist Celia Paul has long blurred the boundaries between art and autobiography. A painter of remarkable quietude and emotional intensity, her work has gradually gathered attention not simply for its technique but for its fiercely personal perspectives. Her newest monograph, Celia Paul: Works 1975–2025, published by MACK, offers a career-spanning collection […]

Klimt’s Long-Lost Portrait of West African Prince Unveiled at International Art Fair

A Lost Masterpiece Reemerges: Klimt’s Forgotten Portrait of an African Prince Unveils Complex History After nearly a century hidden from public view, a striking and historic painting by Austrian master Gustav Klimt — once thought lost — captivated audiences at the European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF) held in Maastricht, the Netherlands, this March. The 1897 oil portrait, believed to be […]

RISD Cancels Student Art Exhibition Supporting Palestine

Title: Controversy at RISD: Pro-Palestinian Exhibition Shut Down Amid Safety and Free Speech Concerns The Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) finds itself at the center of a heated debate over censorship, student activism, and the complex intersection of art and politics. On March 17, 2024, RISD’s student group, Students for Justice in Palestine (RSJP), alongside Carr Haus—a student-run, publicly […]

Palestinian Artist Dorgham Qreiqea Dies in Israeli Airstrike in Gaza

Remembering Dorgham Qreiqea: A Palestinian Artist’s Legacy of Compassion, Creativity, and Resistance In the heart of Gaza, where artists often contend with war, scarcity, and loss, Dorgham Bassam Qreiqea emerged as a luminous figure of hope and resistance. At just 28, Qreiqea—a muralist, oil painter, and dedicated community leader—was already leaving a lasting mark not only through his artwork but […]

“Call for Artistic Expressions of Resistance from the River to the Bay”

Title: From the River to the Bay: Celebrating Palestinian Culture Through Art and Resistance in San Francisco In the heart of San Francisco’s SOMArts Cultural Center, an evocative exhibition titled From the River to the Bay serves as a vibrant testament to resilience, human dignity, and cultural endurance. Curated by artist Chris Gazaleh and on display through March 30, the […]

An Artist’s Perspective: Insights from the Studio

Title: Inside the Artist’s Studio: Creative Workspaces that Inspire For many artists, the studio is far more than just a workspace—it’s a sanctuary, laboratory, and sanctuary for personal expression. In Hyperallergic’s “A View From the Easel” series, artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines invite us into their intimate creative environments and share how those spaces influence their work. The 278th […]

Mandatory Reading Materials

Title: Rediscovering Dora Carrington: The Forgotten Artist of the Bloomsbury Group Painter Dora Carrington may not be a household name, but her work—intensely personal, stylistically bold, and emotionally evocative—is finally receiving long-overdue recognition. A new exhibition at Pallant House Gallery in the UK explores Carrington’s life and legacy, positioning her as far more than just a side character in the […]

Advance Your Art Career with Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s Online Certificate Program

Unlocking the Business of Art: Explore Sotheby’s Institute of Art’s Online Certificate in Art Business The art world is as intellectually stimulating as it is financially complex, blending creativity with commerce in ways unmatched by other industries. Whether you’re an aspiring curator, a gallerist, or an investor hoping to navigate the intricate dynamics of the creative economy, formal training in […]