Marina Capdevila Produces “Forever Gold: The Glorious Age” Artwork in Pforzheim

Marina Capdevila, the acclaimed Spanish artist known for her bold and imaginative murals, has recently revealed an enthralling work titled “Forever Gold: The Glorious Age,” located in Pforzheim, Germany. Renowned for her original artistic style, Capdevila employs vivid colors, exaggerated shapes, and a whimsical viewpoint to illuminate themes concerning aging and the flow of time. “Forever Gold: The Glorious Age” […]

“Exploring Marian Spore Bush’s Unique Artistic Identity”

“Who was Marian Spore Bush?” The question begins an essay by Bob Nickas, who curated the exhibition *Marian Spore Bush: Life Afterlife, Works c. 1919–1945*, currently at Karma. The artist’s first solo exhibition in almost 80 years, it feels extraordinarily modern in both style and content. Vivid, saturated watercolors of flowers and Christian allegories in the back room flirt with […]

The Art Crossword: A Special Edition for Museum Enthusiasts

The Art of Museum Architecture: Iconic Designs Across the Globe Museums are not just repositories of art and history; they are also masterpieces of architectural design that reflect the cultural and artistic ethos of their times. This article explores some of the most iconic museum structures around the world, highlighting their unique features and historical significance. 1. The Guggenheim Museum, […]

An Artist’s Exploration of an Outsider Alter-Ego

Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur The Wallace Collection in London, known for its extensive Rococo art series, becomes the stage for a unique portrayal by contemporary artist Grayson Perry. In his solo exhibition, Perry challenges conventions with works like “Fascist Swing” (2024), a tapestry twisting Fragonard’s classic “The Swing” into a haunting vision. By embodying Shirley Smith, Perry’s alter ego, […]

Contemporary Art Displayed in an 18th-Century Historical Residence

Rejin Leys: Touch Jamaica is a captivating exhibition that diverges from the traditional “white cube” format, taking place at the King Manor Museum in Jamaica, Queens. This unique showcase allows visitors to explore Leys’s mixed-media paper sculptures within the historical context of a period home. Rejin Leys, a Haitian-American artist based in Queens, crafts her work, reflecting on themes of […]

“When One Door Opens, Another Transports Us” – An Exploration of Unexpected Opportunities

**Christian Marclay: Doors – An Exploration of Cinematic Passageways** Swiss-American artist and composer Christian Marclay presents his latest work, *Doors* (2022), at the Brooklyn Museum. Known for his unique assemblage-style films, Marclay’s *Doors* is a 55-minute montage that stitches together scenes of doors from various films throughout cinema history. On continuous loop in the museum’s fifth-floor Moving Image Gallery, the […]

How to Apply for the 2026-2027 Fellowship at the Smithsonian American Art Museum

The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) and its Renwick Gallery are now accepting applications for their premier fellowship program, renowned for being the oldest and largest dedicated to the study of American art. This program invites scholars from all disciplines who are engaged in research on the art, craft, and visual culture of the United States. The program is particularly […]