Art World Insights: Podcast, Biennial, and Louvre Heist
The Art Newspaper podcast dissects art world stories: Performa Biennial's 20th anniversary, Frieze, Louvre theft's impact, Jafa & Leckey's event, and Wayne McGregor's choreography.
Australia Rejects AI Copyright Exception: Victory for Creatives
Australia rejects tech firms' plea for AI training copyright exception. Protects artists & authors' rights, defying tech execs' call for US/EU-style 'fair use'. A win for Australian creatives.
Van Gogh’s Tarascon Stagecoach: Donation & Journey to America
Van Gogh's 'Tarascon Stagecoach' donated to LACMA, Brooklyn Gallery, and MoMA by Pearlman Foundation. Explore its history, travels to America, and significance. The painting will be unveiled in 2026 at LACMA.
Miu Miu & Prada: Art World Expansion with Helen Marten
Miu Miu and Prada strengthen art ties. Miu Miu features Helen Marten at Art Basel Paris. Prada Mode showcases Elmgreen & Dragset. Performance and music are key elements. Art partnerships are rising.
Gallery Longevity: Art Market Resilience & Anniversary Exhibits
Despite market shifts, New York galleries thrive with anniversary exhibits, highlighting resilience and long-term vision. Institutional support and artist focus are key to longevity in the art world.
French Crown Jewels Theft: History and the Empresses
The stolen French Crown Jewels reveal the turbulent history of France and the lives of the empresses who wore them. Theft highlights the jewels' political significance and the stories of Maria Amalia and Eugénie.
AI on TV: ‘Morning Show,’ ‘Black Mirror,’ and the Future
AI's impact on television explored, from 'The Morning Show' to 'Black Mirror' and 'Alien: Earth,' reflecting anxieties about technology, deepfakes, and corporate exploitation. The series highlights AI's societal impact.
Murakami x Louis Vuitton: Artycapucines Collection at Art Basel
Takashi Murakami reunites with Louis Vuitton for the Artycapucines collection, showcased at Art Basel Paris. The collaboration features innovative handbag designs inspired by Murakami's art, blending fashion and sculpture.
British Museum Gala: Protests, Donations & Controversy
The British Museum gala faced protests over BP sponsorship. Ticket sales raised £1.6m, plus donations. M.I.A. & others voiced concerns about ethics & climate impact. Isha Ambani co-hosted.
Anthony Kiendl: New Director at MCA Denver
Anthony Kiendl appointed as the new director of MCA Denver, bringing extensive experience from Canadian art organizations. Kiendl aims to create access to contemporary art for a wide public in Denver.
Art Basel Paris: Public Art, Installations & Talks
Art Basel Paris returns with free exhibits, installations, and talks. Highlights include Harry Nuriev's Objets Trouvés, Kermit the Frog sculpture, and Fabienne Verdier's paintings. A cross-disciplinary art fair.
Saratoga Sparkling Water: Art-Inspired Flavors
Saratoga's "Saratoga Collection" introduces art-inspired sparkling water flavors like Abstraction of Lime, Makeup of a Peach, and Untitled Berry No. 3. Vibrant cans nod to the art world and curated mix.
Tanoa Sasraku: Crude Oil, Morale Patches & National Identity
Tanoa Sasraku's 'Spirits Spot' exhibit explores crude oil's link to national identity & conflict, using paperweights, military ephemera, and a unique UV printing method on paper to relate materials to the human body.
Echo Soho: Art Fair for Female-Led Galleries
Echo Soho, a new art fair focusing on female-led galleries, launched to address systemic challenges women face in the art world. It aims for lasting impact and tradition, showcasing female artists and leaders.
Arms and Armour: Collecting Antique Weapons
Explore the niche world of antique arms and armour collecting, featuring dealers like Peter Finer, rare finds from the Bronze Age to the Renaissance, and the appeal to diverse collectors.
NYC’s ‘Beloved New York’: Art Installation & Stories
Photographer Brandon Stanton transforms NYC's transit hub into 'Beloved New York,' showcasing portraits & stories of New Yorkers. A celebration of city's diverse population.
Trump, Venezuela, and the Nobel Peace Prize: A Twisted Tale
Trump's Nobel quest intertwined with Venezuela's turmoil. Machado's Peace Prize, Trump's influence, and a complex political landscape reveal a twisted tale of international relations and power plays. Maduro isolated.