On May 15, 2024, the art industry lost a highly-collected artist, Dragan Sekaric Shex after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. “Dragan gave us so much of himself in his art” Says Dragan’s wife, Gordana Yovanovich. His contact with viewers guided him and he saw art as communication, shared experience, and desire for balance, in his original and…
In the world of art, there are stories that surpass brushstrokes on canvases, tales that resonate with the human spirit, and narratives that transcend time. One such story is that of the artist Daniel Hodermarsky (1924–1999). To those who knew him he was a force of nature, a force of art, and an unquenchable force of life. The echoes of…
The ongoing debate about the influence of advanced technology on the art world has led to divergent perspectives. Some individuals contend that technology undermines traditional artistic practices, while others embrace its capacity to foster creativity and innovation. This article will discuss how cutting-edge technology, as demonstrated by the Da Vinci Eye app, can provide traditional artists with groundbreaking tools to…
Dysmorphic III comments on the psychic complexities of having Body Dysmorphic Disorder. BDD is a mental health disorder in which sufferers fixate on one or more perceived defects or flaws in their appearance — a flaw that appears minor or cannot be seen by others. This preoccupation with an “imagined” defect often leads to isolation and the avoidance of social…
As an artist, you would certainly love your work to be noticed and hopefully convert more of that exposure to cash. Of course, it does take lots of hard work and dedication to get to such an accomplished point in your career. It is Okay that you might be frustrated and dismayed that you are not nailing that crucial exposure.…
Everyone has a creative aspect to their personality. Some of us are artistic souls with a pinch of pragmatism; others are pragmatists with creative thinking. The majority of people develop the creative potential in their free time. That is why it is not uncommon to see chief accountants at dancing classes. Or dentists as standup comedians. However, there are also…
Artists live to make art and being able to support themselves financially and emotionally with their art is a goal every artist should strive for. Artists around the world have a gift to share, but they can’t do that if they don’t make a living. It is important for young artists to understand that they are running a business (even…
Amid the bottomless champagne flutes and infinite small talk, one may be quick to believe the art galleries’ somewhat stuffy reputation. But there’s so much more to it than meets the eye. Drawing hefty conclusions about art galleries and their owners – especially if they are based on misinformation – only keeps people from enjoying them thoroughly. Today, we’ll separate…
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…
