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ART & DESIGN
Omar Victor Diop is Challenging Historical Narratives with Photography
Senegalese photographer Omar Victor Diop challenges historical narratives, offering a fresh perspective on African identity, migration, and protest in his innovative photo projects.
ARTISTS
Jadé Fadojutimi: Rising Star in Abstract and Figurative Art
Jadé Fadojutimi is revolutionizing the art world with her large-scale abstract paintings. Her career, auction successes, and emotional approach to painting are intriguing.
ART & DESIGN
Jean-Michel Basquiat and Roman Venus: A Captivating Encounter at Gagosian Paris
The iconic works of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Roman Venus come together, bridging modern creativity with ancient symbolism in an unforgettable artistic narrative. BY ARTCENTRON NEWS PARIS, FRANCE — In a Full Article »
ART AUCTION
Banana Duct-taped to a Wall by Maurizio Cattelan Sells for $6.2 Million
Maurizio Cattelan’s banana duct-taped to a wall fetches $6.2 million at Sotheby’s auction. Here is what the controversial viral sensation means for contemporary art.
ART AUCTION
Johann Zoffany Portraits Lead Bonhams Old Master Paintings Sale
Johann Zoffany portraits, including The Flower Girl and The Watercress Girl, at Bonhams’ Old Master Auction is a rare chance to own rare 18th-century masterpieces.
ART
Fatma Arargi Celebrates Egyptian Art and Identity in New Exhibition
Fatma Arargi exhibition, Man, Place, and Time III, at the Al Masar Gallery celebrates Egyptian art and identity through remarkable works that span decades.
ART NEWS
British Abstract Artist Sarah Cunningham Found Dead in London: The Art World Mourns
From Loughborough to London, British abstract artist Sarah Cunningham tragically passed away in London at the height of her career. Although her journey ended too soon, her artistic legacy and life live on.
ART AUCTION
David Hockney Painting Dominates Sotheby’s Contemporary Art Sale
David Hockney painting made $17.2 million at Sotheby’s after stunning bids, helping the auction house realize $49.2 million in a significant moment in the current art market.
ART NEWS
Museum Cobra Appoints Suzanne Wallinga as General Director: A New Era Begins
Museum Cobra appoints Suzanne Wallinga as General Director, ushering in a new era of leadership that connects avant-garde legacy with contemporary art practices.
ART & DESIGN
Ai Weiwei Porcelain Cube Vandalism is a Warning for Art Institutions
The Ai Weiwei Porcelain Cube vandalism highlights security gaps in art institutions. What does this mean for artists and the protection of cultural heritage?
ART NEWS
Nikita Gale Wins Prestigious Bucksbaum Award Worth $100,000
The Whitney Biennial’s $100,000 Bucksbaum Award goes to Nikita Gale for her innovative installation that beautifully merges sound and mechanics.
ART & DESIGN
Art Basel 2024: The Top Exciting Booths to Explore
If you are at Art Basel 2024, here are some of the top booths to visit to discover exhibitions of works by artists from around the globe and celebrate contemporary art.
ART & DESIGN
Within the Geometry of Chaos, Artist Tarek Montasser Finds Harmony
Tarek Montasser’s innovative fusion of Islamic art and modern expressions in his exploration of Geometry of Chaos reveals harmony, rhythm, dynamic compositions, and cultural significance.
ARTCENTRON CELEBRATED
Remembering Richard Serra: A Trailblazer in Contemporary Sculpture
The legacy of Richard Serra on modern sculpture and the impact of his monumental sculpture will resonate years after his death.
ART NEWS
Laurene Powell Jobs-Led Consortium Acquires San Francisco Art Institute
When it appeared all hope was lost, a new non-profit led by Laurene Powell Jobs acquired the San Francisco Art Institute, saving the iconic 1931 Diego Rivera mural from an uncertain fate.
ART & DESIGN
Tracey Rose Takes on Boundaries and Beliefs in New Retrospective
The radical artistry of Tracey Rose comes to light in the most extensive retrospective of the artist’s works to date at the Kunstmuseum Bern.
ART NEWS
Chelsea Industrial is Volta Art Fair’s New Home as a New Chapter Begins This Fall
Volta Art Fair’s move to the Chelsea Industrial venue aims to attract more art enthusiasts. CAM Galeria, Mexico at Volta New York, 2023. Photo: Phillip Reed Photography. For its upcoming edition, Volta Full Article »
ART NEWS
Tips for Successfully Launching Your First Gallery Showing
Your first gallery show can jumpstart a bourgeoning art career if planned correctly. Here is how you can successfully launch your first gallery showing.
ART & DESIGN
The New Baltimore Museum of Art Acquisitions Reveal a Remarkable Collection Expansion
Meryl McMaster (nêhiyaw from Red Pheasant Cree Nation). niwaniskān isi kiya | I Awake To You. 2023. One of the new works in the New Baltimore Museum of Art Acquisitions. Full Article »
ART
Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian Set to Make Its Australian Debut at NGV Triennial
Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian at UCCA Beijing/Shenzen-Leeum, Seoul, 2023-Roma Palazzo Bonaparte, 2023. Image Courtesy UCCA Center for Contemporary Art Maurizio Cattelan’s Comedian 2019, a banana securely duct-taped to a wall, will Full Article »
