ARTCENTRON: LIFE IS ABOUT ART

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025ART NEWS

MICA New Faculty 2025: Innovators Join Animation, Fiber, and Photography

MICA new faculty 2025- Veronica Melendez, Emily Hanako Momohara, Hope Simpara

MICA new faculty 2025 includes acclaimed artists in visual storytelling, textile design, and cultural photography. See who’s joining.

May 13, 2025May 16, 2025ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Solar Energy: Powering a Brighter Architectural Future

A close-up of solar panels powers a building at night, with a modern city skyline in the background.

Solar energy is transforming building design by enabling sustainability and innovation. Explore its growing impact on architecture’s future.

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.

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025MUSEUMS

Rothko Painting Damaged by Unsupervised Child—Is Museum Security Enough?

This abstract expressionist painting titled Orange on Maroon, No. 8 is the Rothko painting damaged by a child.

The Rothko painting damaged by an unsupervised boy during a family museum visit raises new concerns over museum safety and artwork preservation.

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025ART| SOCIAL MEDIA

The Impact of Photo Booths on Social Media Engagement

A 360-degree photo booth setup with LED lights and a round, rotating platform is surrounded by floral arrangements. With such setup, the impact of photo booths on social media engagement can be elevated.

Have you wondered how photo booths can drive social media engagement? Learn a few tips to maximize their impact at your events with fresh setup ideas.

May 7, 2025May 7, 2025ART PROJECTS, PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography Print Exchange at the Enoch Pratt Free Library

Grow your collection or share your work at the Photography Print Exchange, a one-of-a-kind event for photographers and art lovers.

May 4, 2025May 4, 2025ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Sharjah Architecture Triennial Names Curators for 2026: A New Era in Design

Black and white portrait photographs of Vyjayanthi Rao and Tau Tavengwa, curator of the Sharjah Architecture Triennial 2026

Learn how the Sharjah Architecture Triennial 2026, with curators Vyjayanthi Rao and Tau Tavengwa, will elevate global conversations on architecture and urban design.”

April 30, 2025May 2, 2025LIFESTYLE

How To Spot High-Quality Granite for Your Home

A man and woman stand in front of a display with stone samples. They each hold a sample, comparing the two. Choosing high-quality granite slabs requires skills.

Get tips on how to spot high-quality granite for your home. Find out what makes granite durable, stylish, and worth the investment for your next project.

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025LIFESTYLE

Top Time Management Tips for Landscaping Projects

A man and a woman sit at a table in a lush landscaped garden. A laptop is open in front of them; the man holds a coffee mug. Adequate planning is one of the top time management tips for landscaping

Revitalizing the landscape on your property is a colossal undertaking, but it’s nowhere near impossible. These strategies help make the most of your time.

April 27, 2025April 27, 2025TRAVEL

Baltimore Arts and Culture Take Center Stage with MOACE Launch

During the inauguration of Baltimore City Mayor- Brandon M. Scott, he made several promises, including to improve Baltimore arts and culture

MOACE is redefining Baltimore arts and culture — from festivals to film, it’s the city’s blueprint for inclusive cultural growth.

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Point Park Baltimore Brings Nature and Skyline Views to Harbor Point

Artist rendition of the Point-Park Baltimore, showing how the 4.5 acres of green space will serve everybody.

Point Park Baltimore is the city’s latest public gem—urban design, skyline views, and more next to the new T. Rowe Price headquarters.

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 25, 2025April 26, 2025LIFESTYLE

Core Items To Include in Your Embroidery Business

An embroidery business owner standing at the machine programming it to embroider a blue garment placed in a hoop.

An embroidery business can take over small online platforms and shops, but your business may fall flat without the right tools and core items.

April 24, 2025April 25, 2025LIFESTYLE

Personalizing Your Space With Custom Design Elements

A contemporary home with concrete and industrial interior design accents. The living room connects to the outdoors. This an example of Personalizing Your Space With Custom Design Elements

Find your home’s identity by selecting furnishings and accessories suited to your style. Keep reading to learn how you can tailor your decor to your liking.

April 19, 2025April 19, 2025PHOTOGRAPHY

World Press Photo 2025: Heartbreaking Image of Gaza Boy Wins Top Honor

Portrait of Mahmoud Ajjour, a young Gazan Boy by Palestinian photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf wins World Press Photo of the Year

The winning photo of World Press Photo 2025 tells a tragic yet inspiring story of survival and hope. Mahmoud Ajjour’s Tragic Story Captures Global Attention.