Otakon 2026 Guests Include Simba Tsuchiya, Toshimasa Kuroyanagi and Kan Mizoguchi
Otakon 2026 guests Simba Tsuchiya, Toshimasa Kuroyanagi, and Kan Mizoguchi will attend this year’s convention, Otakorp announced.
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Sotheby’s Record Sales Reach $4.4 Billion in First Half of 2026
Sotheby’s achieved its strongest first-half performance ever, reporting $4.4 billion in sales between January and June 2026 as demand increased across art, design, and luxury categories.
Kelly Reemtsen Lawsuit Against David Salle Over ‘Hatchet’ Painting
Kelly Reemtsen sued David Salle, alleging his AI-assisted painting Hatchet copied protected elements from two of her artworks
David Salle Painting Controversy: Artwork Removed From LA Exhibition
The David Salle painting controversy heightens as Sprüth Magers Los Angeles removes a piece amid copying claims and criticism.
Amy Sherald Signs With CAA, Marking New Art–Hollywood Crossover
Amy Sherald signs with CAA after rising to prominence with Michelle Obama’s portrait and navigating recent Smithsonian tensions.
Rocky Statue Philadelphia Relocation Costs $250K, But Residents Question Its Value
Philadelphia Relocates Rocky Statue Philadelphia to Museum Stairs Top Amid Public Debate
South Africa Venice Biennale Censorship: Gaza Conflict and Gabrielle Goliath’s ‘Elegy’
Gabrielle Goliath’s work sparks a South Africa Venice Biennale censorship row, raising questions about politics and free expression in art.
Rijksmuseum Sculpture Garden to Open in Amsterdam
A new Rijksmuseum sculpture garden will bring modern sculpture by Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Alberto Giacometti, Jean Arp, Henry Moore, and Roni Horn to a public park near the museum.
John P. Axelrod’s Death: Boston Art Collector Killed in Alleged Hit-and-Run
John P. Axelrod’s death: Boston art collector killed in alleged intentional hit-and-run on Commonwealth Avenue Mall, shocking the museum community.
Rare Gauguin Print From 1889 Added to Glyptotek Collection
The Glyptotek acquires a rare Gauguin print from 1889, marking its first graphic work by the artist and expanding its renowned collection.
Bob Ross Auction for Public Broadcasting: A Milestone in Supporting Public Media
Record-breaking Bob Ross auction for public broadcasting: Over $1 million raised to protect the future of public media in America after government cuts.
Tania Willard Wins Sobey Art Award, Canada’s Top Contemporary Honor
The 2025 Sobey Art Award winner is Tania Willard. The mixed Secwépemc and settler artist from BC accepted the $100,000 prize at the National Gallery of Canada.
Louvre Crown Jewels Heist: An Audacious $102M Smash-and-Grab
An in-depth look at the Louvre crown jewels heist, the bold daylight robbery that has experts warning the priceless historical gems may be dismantled and lost forever.
New Art Acquisitions at Norton Museum: 80 New Pieces Revealed
Discover the new art acquisitions at Norton Museum, featuring 80 pieces of European, American, and Chinese art. See Eversley, Johnson, & Qing dynasty porcelain.
5 Ways Street Art Helps a City’s Economy
There are many parts of a city that factor into its economy, and street art is a subtle feature that brings in more opportunities for financial growth.
Amy Sherald Trans Forming Liberty on The New Yorker Cover Widens Controversy
Featured on The New Yorker cover, Amy Sherald Trans Forming Liberty brings race, gender, and symbolism to the forefront of public discourse.
Amy Sherald Smithsonian Show Cancellation: The True Story
Amy Sherald Smithsonian Show cancellation sends shockwaves. Discover why her exhibit was pulled and the bold stand for artistic freedom.
Clémence Mérat is Bonhams Senior Jewellery Specialist
Clémence Mérat joins Bonhams as Senior Jewellery Specialist, enhancing their luxury auction reach across Italy, France, and the UK.
Valerie Carberry Appointed GRAY Gallery CEO in Major Leadership Shift
Valerie Carberry is appointed CEO of GRAY Gallery, marking a bold step in leadership and contemporary art representation.
Blum Gallery Los Angeles Postpones Major Exhibitions Due to Wildfires
Wildfires force Blum Gallery Los Angeles to delay the opening of Yoshitomo Nara and Hadi Falapishi’s exhibitions. Learn about the new reception date.