Art

William Blake, “Pity” (circa 1795) (all photos Michael Glover/Hyperallergic) The great painter William Blake (1757-1827) traveled far in the realms of gold, to borrow a phrase from John Keats, but much less far in the body. (He lived in various parts of London for all but a little more than three years of his relatively long life.)  So, where did …

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 Art #crochet #fiber #installation #Melissa Webb #nature #plants September 26, 2023 Grace Ebert “Lichenvision: Leaf Litter Living Room, Lakeside Home, and Zoom Date” (2021), 14 x 12 x 10 feet. Photo by Brian Kovach. All images © Melissa Webb, shared with permission Lush, beguiling environments spill across floors and dangle from ceilings in the works of Melissa Webb. The …

My studies in photography—“reading” and “writing”—began in France when I was already 25 years old. A late diagnosis of an “illness” that I seem to have developed young. There must be many who suffer from the same disease: being photographers without knowing it, tormented for a lifetime by a sensitive eye left unsatisfied, all because they never chanced to take …

Toronto officials are facing criticism for dismantling a historic landmark commemorating Japanese-Canadian history less than a month after its architect’s death. Known as the Temple Bell, the monument was created by Canadian architect Raymond Moriyama, who died on September 1 at the age of 93, according to a press statement from his firm. The site in Ontario Place, a park along …

Fascinated by space, sci-fi, and the mysteries of the universe, Istanbul-based illustrator and art director Princess Hidir explores extraordinary worlds. Their artwork often revolves around themes of undiscovered planets and alien creatures while also reflecting their passion for nature. Music and veganism are also major sources of inspiration alongside film and animation. Envisioning a world of empathy, respect, and coexistence, …

 #sponsor September 25, 2023 The Other Art Fair Since 2011, The Other Art Fair presented by Saatchi Art has been nurturing its artist-led event for over 70 editions across the globe, serving visitors with surreal experiences and accessible art. The upcoming edition in Dallas, taking place October 5 to 8, will dazzle and delight with a unique lineup of …

LOS ANGELES — For a brief moment in 2020, it seemed like restaurants had gone out the window. These lively institutions of urban life went silent, and it was surreal to walk past popular eateries entirely vacated or shut down in the wake of COVID-19. The word restaurant comes from restaurer, meaning “to restore or refresh.” They are restorative, perhaps, for …

 Art Food #birds #impasto #Leah Gardner #oil painting #painting #still life September 21, 2023 Grace Ebert All images © Leah Gardner, shared with permission In her still lifes and avian portraits, Chicago-based artist Leah Gardner showcases the way evening light can transform a humble tomato cluster or pot of tea into an object of intrigue and beauty. Working in …

Welcome to the 215th installment of A View From the Easel, a series in which artists reflect on their workspace. This week, artists embrace weaving as a metaphor for living, tune into opera on the radio, share space with other artists, and converse with the world through their work. Want to take part? Check out our submission guidelines and share a bit about your studio with us! All …