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July 3, 2025July 3, 2025ART, ART & DESIGN

The Baghdad Modern Art Group: A Pivotal Force in Postcolonial Art

Baghdadiyat, a1962 oil on canvas painting by Lorna Selim, depicts abstracted figures of women standing in architectural spaces. This is one of the showings of the impact of the Baghdad Modern Art Group in the exhibition All Manner of Experiments: Legacies of the Baghdad Modern Art Group

Explore the legacy of the Baghdad Modern Art Group in a powerful exhibition spotlighting Iraqi artists and the future of decolonial curating.

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025ART REVIEW

The Museum of Flight MiG-21 Project: A Cold War Jet Reborn as a Beacon of Peace

Installation of a MiG-21 warplane decorated with beads in the Museum of Flight MiG-21 Project.

Discover the Museum of Flight MiG-21 Project, where a Cold War jet becomes a powerful symbol of peace through African beadwork and art.

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025ART REVIEW

Uche Edochie’s Philosophical Art Exhibition Challenges Modern Life

All the Leaves are on the ground is a surrealistic and colorful portrait of a woman looking into the sky in search of hope. The title of Uche Edochie's philosophical art exhibition comes from this painting.

Uche Edochie’s philosophical art exhibition explores human fragility, purpose, and renewal through surreal and symbolic visual storytelling.

June 23, 2025June 24, 2025ART & DESIGN

3D Printing in the Art and Design Industry

An artist's workspace features a wooden easel, a desk, and shelves stocked with books, paintings, and creative tools. These are examples of how artists are using 3D printing in the art and design industry.

Discover how 3D printing is revolutionizing art and design by merging technology with creativity to reshape expressions and expand possibilities.

June 7, 2025June 7, 2025ART & DESIGN, ART NEWS

MICA’s New Creative Media Production Degree Opens Doors to the Creative Economy

A student at a crossroads, looking at signs pointing toward different career options—each labeled with creative professions. In the background, a glowing college campus and icons of innovation and media. Ceneter for the new Creative Media Production Degree at MICA

MICA unveils a future-focused Creative Media Production degree to shape hybrid creators in film, gaming, and digital arts.

June 5, 2025June 5, 2025ART & DESIGN

Creating Harmony With Contrasting Design Elements

A classic Renaissance-style home design with a sofa, wide windows, and a telescope. There's gold detailing in the ceiling. An important example of creating harmony with contrasting design elements

Achieve balance and boldness in your interiors by pairing opposites, such as color, texture, and size. Discover how harmony emerges through contrasts.

May 28, 2025May 31, 2025ART & DESIGN

How To Create Custom Framing for Your Artwork

Rows of wooden and plastic picture frames, up close and in different colors and sizes. Behind them are some canvas art. It is important to learn how to create custom framing for your artwork.

Discover how custom frames can elevate your art into a true masterpiece. Uncover tips, materials, and inspiration for creating unique displays you’ll cherish!

May 26, 2025May 26, 2025ART REVIEW

Contemporary African Arts at NOMA: Afropolitanism and Urban African Identity

A colorful abstract market scene by Ghanaian artist Ablade Glover is one of the works in Afropolitan: Contemporary African Arts at NOMA

Modern African identity, heritage, and global creativity take center stage in Afropolitan: Contemporary African Arts at NOMA.

May 25, 2025May 25, 2025ART & DESIGN, ART REVIEW

Contemporary African Masquerade Art Comes Alive with Spiritual Energy

Headpiece carved by David Sanou in the studio of André Sanou. It is an example of contemporary African masquerade art

From Nigeria to Cameroon, artists reinvent contemporary African masquerade art in this stunning dual-continent exhibition of masks and meaning at the New Orleans Museum of Art.

May 23, 2025May 26, 2025ART & DESIGN

Bringing Artistic Inspiration Home With Custom Creations

Home interior design with a minimalist style that features blue and white furniture, accent items, and pieces of art. Ways of Bringing artistic inspiration home with custom creations

If working in a museum or gallery inspires you to be more creative at home, learn to fuse functionality and design for a space mirroring your artistic spirit.

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025ART, ART REVIEW

Contemporary Landscape Art Reimagined: A Powerful Tribute to Earth’s Beauty

Rebecca Stenn, Queen's Robe, 2025. Contemporary Landscape Art

A bold exhibit of contemporary landscape art at Gallery Henoch blends memory, motion, and nature’s raw beauty.

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025ART & DESIGN, ART REVIEW

The Beauty of Nature in Art: A Timeless Muse for Creative Expression

An ominous dark cloud gathers behind a lone tree. Jacob Gils helps people discover the beauty of trees and the impact of deforestation

From landscape paintings to environmental art, discover the beauty of nature in art and its lasting impact on artistic styles and cultural movements.

May 8, 2025May 9, 2025ART & DESIGN, ART REVIEW

Real Monsters in Bold Colors is a Powerful Dialogue Between Two Artistic Voices

An abstract painting titled cbob 1 by artist Candida Alvarez in Real Monsters in Bold Colors

Real Monsters in Bold Colors at GRAY reveals the dynamic interplay of history, color, and narrative in works by Thompson and Alvarez.

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025ART REVIEW

Contemporary Sculpture Reimagined in John Ruppert’s ‘Vestiges of Time’

John Ruppert, Rock Reflections 4. Rocks digitally scanned, digital file then inverted then 3D printed in solid resin. This is contemporary sculpture is one of the major works in his recent art exhibition.

John Ruppert’s powerful contemporary sculpture and photography inspired by nature and time take shape in the Vestiges of Time.

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025ART REVIEW

Sound Sculptures at the Met Evoke Anticipation and Artistic Imagination

Jennie C. Jones’ sound sculptures at the Met challenge the boundaries of art, blending silence and sound in an awe-inspiring installation on the rooftop.

Experience the power of sound sculptures at the Met. Jennie C. Jones creates an installation that blurs the line between music and visual art.

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025ART REVIEW

Ron Mueck’s En Garde Unleashes Terrifying Monumental Black Dogs

Ron Mueck En Garde, 2023, features three ferocious looking black dogs

Step into Ron Mueck’s En Garde—an unforgettable encounter with towering black dogs that channel fear, vulnerability, and deep human emotion

April 10, 2025April 10, 2025ART & DESIGN

How To Become a Professional Glass Blower

A handsewn pink baby jacket laying on a table with stick pins nearby and a pair of silver scissors next to a sleeve. Here is how to become a professional blass blower

Sewing a baby shower gift might not sound appealing but once you discover a few beautiful gift ideas, you’ll understand why this is an excellent idea.

April 4, 2025April 4, 2025ART & DESIGN

How to Choose the Perfect Artwork for Your Taste and Budget

A cozy modern living room with neutral tones, featuring a large abstract painting as the focal point. The artwork blends soft blues, warm golds, and whites, complementing the room’s decor. A design expert stands beside the painting, explaining how to choose art that enhances a space. This show how to choose the perfect artwork

Let these expert tips guide you on how to choose the perfect artwork for your space and budget. Learn how to select art that suits your style and enhances your home.