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ART NEWS
Russia Bans Pussy Riot, Labels Feminist Punk Group Extremist
Russia bans Pussy Riot after a closed court hearing, branding the feminist punk group extremist and criminalizing support across the country.
ART
Nnena Kalu Turner Prize 2025 Win Makes History
The Turner Prize winner, Nnena Kalu, is the first learning-disabled artist to win the coveted award. Her powerful, tactile, colorful abstract sculpture was the key to her success.
ART NEWS
The Odili Donald Odita Lawsuit: A Legal Test for Art Gallery Economics
The Odili Donald Odita lawsuit tests if galleries can hold an artist’s unsold work as collateral for debt. Explore the claims, counterclaims, and legal precedent at stake.
ART NEWS
Bonhams Steinway Hall Headquarters: Setting a Dramatic Stage for the Art Market
The new Bonhams Steinway Hall Headquarters in NYC will be a defining moment for the auction house. See how the historic cultural site is returning to public life.
ART NEWS
The Studio Museum in Harlem Returns: Unveiling the $300 Million Vision
The Studio Museum in Harlem reopens, unveiling a $300M landmark that transforms Black art, Harlem culture, and contemporary museum experiences.
ART NEWS
Louvre Crown Jewels Heist Investigation: Two Arrested
Exclusive details on the latest arrests in the Louvre crown jewels heist investigation. The week-long effort recovered one item; 7 remain missing.
ART NEWS
Baltimore Museum of Art Education Endowment: Building a Legacy of Art and Inclusion
A $10M gift from Amy and Marc Meadows creates the Baltimore Museum of Art education endowment, reshaping access to creative learning for all.
ART NEWS
RBC Award for Glass 2025 Goes to Gordon Boyd
The RBC Award for Glass 2025 goes to Gordon Boyd, a rising star in contemporary glassmaking. This is Canada’s only national award for emerging glass artists.
ART NEWS
Bonhams Middle East Appoints Suzy Sikorski as New Director
With over a decade of experience, Suzy Sikorski takes the helm as Bonhams Middle East’s new director, set to expand its client base and partnerships.
ART NEWS
Amy Sherald: American Sublime at the BMA Sparks Excitement Ahead of Opening
The highly anticipated Amy Sherald: American Sublime at the BMA is here. Witness the evolution of a leading voice in contemporary portraiture.
ART NEWS
Baltimore Museum of Art Stands With Amy Sherald: Set to Host American Sublime
The Baltimore Museum of Art stands with Amy Sherald in a landmark move, reviving her canceled exhibition American Sublime this fall.
ART NEWS
Why Pop Surrealism Took Over the Figure World
Pop surrealism, often referred to as or connected to the lowbrow art movement, didn’t just stick to traditional mediums—it turned toys into art.
ART NEWS
Pearlman Foundation Modern Art Collection Finds New Homes in Three Museums
A major donation of the Pearlman Foundation modern art collection will enrich MoMA, LACMA, and the Brooklyn Museum with world-class modern art.
ART NEWS
Return of Benin Artifacts: MFA Boston Repatriates Stolen Masterpieces
MFA Boston completes the return of Benin artifacts looted in 1897, restoring two historic treasures to Nigeria in a powerful act of cultural restitution.
ART
FBI Recovers Stolen Taos Paintings in Historic Art Recovery Operation
After 40 years, the FBI recovers paintings stolen from UNM’s Harwood Museum in a major art crime breakthrough linked to notorious art thieves.
ART NEWS
Wangechi Mutu Offers Unique Artworks for Sale to Benefit Kenyan Children
Kenyan-born artist Wangechi Mutu offers an intriguing selected collection of her transformative artworks for sale to benefit Kenyan children.
ART & DESIGN
MICA’s New Creative Media Production Degree Opens Doors to the Creative Economy
MICA unveils a future-focused Creative Media Production degree to shape hybrid creators in film, gaming, and digital arts.
ART NEWS
NOMA Acquires Urban Kings II by Wole Lagunju
NOMA acquires Urban Kings II by Wole Lagunju, marking a key addition to its contemporary African art collection and curatorial mission.
ART NEWS
Lockhouse Gallery Brunswick MD: Your Hub for Local Art
Seek inspiration at Lockhouse Gallery Brunswick MD. Discover captivating art in a welcoming space, fostering creativity and connection
ART NEWS
Asian Cultural Council Awards $920,371 in 2025 Artist Grants
Meet the 2025 Asian Cultural Council Fellows—artists and scholars advancing intercultural dialogue through unique fellowships. The over $920,000 grants will Support Cultural Exchange.
