Category: Art
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At the Moment: Xavier Art Fest 2024 – promoting visual arts for a cause
Xavier School in San Juan, considered to be the Philippines’ top art school, is currently hosting its annual ‘Art Fest.’ This event aims to promote and celebrate the visual arts, showcasing the talents of its students and alumni. In addition to being a platform for artistic expression, the ‘Art Fest’ also has a charitable purpose,…
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The local artists’ talents are highlighted at the Reach Art for Autism auction.
Bidding for Reach Child and Youth Development Society’s Fourth Annual Art for Autism fundraiser will begin online on Feb. 11. Various artists, including those from the South Delta Artist’s Guild, South Delta Artisans, and individual artists, have donated paintings, pottery, sculpture, and jewelry lots. Additionally, Sandra Taylor, a well-known community artist, has generously provided over…
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The Wichita Art Museum unveils a new contemporary art exhibit with a strong thematic focus.
A new exhibition titled ‘Exploring the Current’ is being hosted by The Wichita Art Museum, featuring contemporary art with thematic elements. The exhibit showcases works from various artists who delve into and make commentary on current social issues and cultural trends. The exhibit, curated by museum staff, is intended to inspire thought and promote discussion…
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Bullfighting; art or torture?Bullfighting Controversy in Mexico City Sparks Memories of a Stirring, Yet Disturbing SpectacleBullfighting; art or torture?
In a recent CNN report, the potential return of bullfighting to Mexico City after a two-year absence has ignited protests from animal rights activists. This development evoked memories of a bullfight attended in Lima, Peru, a grand spectacle featuring a renowned Spanish matador. Accompanied by my dear friend Rosa’s father, Guillermo, and his friend, the…
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Empowering Art Access: Art Bridges Foundation Unveils Transformative Programs
“Art is hope, it’s opportunity, it’s education, it’s all of the things we all want.” — Alice Walton, Founder and Chair, Art Bridges Foundation Discover the inspiring mission of Art Bridges Foundation, dedicated to breaking barriers and making art accessible to all. In this article, explore how the foundation collaborates with over 220 museums nationwide,…
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Seattle Art Museum Responds to New Legislation by Temporarily Removing Tlingit Cultural Items
The Seattle Art Museum (SAM) has taken steps to comply with recent federal legislation requiring consultation with tribes before exhibiting or researching Native American cultural items. In response, SAM will temporarily remove five items of Tlingit origin from public view. This move is part of the revisions to the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation…
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Exploring Cultural Narratives: Surrey Art Gallery Winter Opening Showcases Thought-Provoking Exhibition on the Politics of Hair February 9
Surrey Art Gallery is thrilled to announce the Winter Opening of the group exhibition “un/tangling, un/covering, un/doing” on February 9 from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. The event will feature a compelling panel discussion with exhibiting artists Rebecca Bair, Wally Dion, and Clare Yow, moderated by associate curator Suvi Bains. The evening will be concluded…
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Kennedy’s hosting exhibit of art from Marlborough students
For the next several months, Kennedy’s Restaurant and Pub, located on Maple Street in Marlborough, is offering patrons something special – an art exhibit featuring over three dozen pieces from the permanent collection of Marlborough Public Schools. This collection graces the walls of the main floor as well as the loft upstairs. The restaurant’s initiative…
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New Brunswick inspires paintings displayed in Indian art gallery
The Sackville artist expressed her desire to showcase the beauty of New Brunswick to people in her “initial home.”
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Universal Music Group Warns It Will Pull Songs From TikTok After Deal Expiration
Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the world’s largest music companies, announced that it could not reach a new deal with TikTok due to disagreements over artist compensation and artificial intelligence (AI). UMG claimed that TikTok attempted to pressure them into an agreement that undervalued their content, prompting UMG to cease licensing its content to…
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Chita Rivera, Finding Her Voice
Her dancing sometimes overshadowed her thrillingly dramatic way with a song: husky yet clarion, unaffected but full of comment and character.