It’s Monday morning. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the weather is perfect. It’s the start of what you expect to be an amazing week. You’re kicking off the day with your favorite wake-me-up drink, grab your phone, open up your inbox, and there it is. You received an email from a well-respected curator announcing a call…
If you intend to study art, there are several top colleges to select from. Each school offers a student a unique experience, so you should choose the school you want to attend carefully. In addition, consider whether you are doing an undergraduate, a master’s, or a PhD degree. If you are a U.S. based art lover and want to continue…
“Life imitates art” is a tired adage whose origin can be traced back to Ancient Greece. Oscar Wilde updated the maxim in the late 19th century by saying, “Life imitates art far more than art imitates life.” James Baldwin, whose lived experience was sitting at the intersection of both American anti-Black racism during the civil rights era and anti-LGBT fervor…
Art has the ability to change lives, to save lives. When we give credence to a broader application of art and advocacy, we begin to see that the most effective way to inspire change is to appeal to the humanity that lies within us all. There is nothing more purely human than the drive to express and/or create. When we…
Aspiring to be a part of New York City’s enchanting art world is a desire most artists crave to fulfill. This is no surprise since New York is one of the capital cities for modern art today. Contemporary artists like Marina Abramovic, Damien Hirst, and many other colossal art world names have lived, worked, and created in New York since…
Public education often considers fine arts classes and programs expendable luxuries. This article explores how beneficial the fine arts are in education. It is no secret that, when faced with recession pressures and budget cuts, most American public school systems decrease funding for fine arts programs or cut them entirely. Reasons cited for these decisions include fine arts do not…
Do you love creating artwork, crafts, or other handmade items? You’re not alone. According to Statista, online selling has been growing steadily over the past few years, with the e-commerce market currently estimated at over $1 trillion. The demand for handmade products is also increasing, with sites like Etsy and Pinterest becoming extremely popular among users interested in buying and…
Several studies have highlighted art classes link the aesthetic sense to a notable increase in the generally positive mood of people. It improves their physical and psychological well-being. Offering students the opportunity to create art allows them to access their need to express themselves. Art helps reduce stress, improve memory, and develop a sense of being connected to the world…
Art is not only a self-expression medium. It can help people connect, share experiences, and fight many problems in the modern world. ART AS A WEAPON. HOW ARTISTS TACKLE MODERN PROBLEMS VIA CREATIVITY It is hard to overestimate the power of an art piece on a person or community. A powerful creation can raise discussions, connect people of different backgrounds,…
This month, Alexandra Fairweather, Director of the John Chamberlain estate, launched her premier NFT art marketplace and editorial destination, Click. Click’s access to never-seen-before archival content and premier art makes an everlasting contribution to the art world, ensuring it lives on digitally and in perpetuity through the permanence of the blockchain. Through digital collectibles, Click allows the world to celebrate and…
