Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, known for its artistic flare, just got even funkier with the opening of a 5,000-square-foot retail space that reimagines a historic building. For more than 27 years, Henry Castelo dreamed of opening a store that cultivated community. “If I can make a connection and see into somebody and they feel seen
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. As the art world makes its annual pilgrimage to South Korea for the Frieze Seoul and Kiaf fairs, dealer Kyungmin Lee is testing an alternative approach to attracting visitors to her gallery. While most museums
In the Bulgarian village of Staro Zhelezare, walls and fences have long served as an open-air gallery, showcasing an eclectic mix of art that draws visitors from across the country. Over the years, these surfaces have featured portraits of numerous notable figures, including Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky, Barack Obama, Fidel Castro,
Visiting a museum or art gallery may help people feel calmer and happier, according to researchers who are investigating the phenomenon they call “museum bathing.” In June, a team led by Izumi Ogata, a specially appointed professor of museology at Kyushu Sangyo University, conducted an experiment at the National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo’s Ueno
Located at Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3BJ, the gallery is a perfect setting to explore Lucy’s distinctive artwork, which draws inspiration from the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District, North Yorkshire, and the North East. Her work often features familiar scenes, beloved animals, and local landmarks, brought to life through her use of bright colours.
For the first time in its 17 years of operation, Melbourne CBD’s humble “for hire” art gallery No Vacancy is bringing a new annual group exhibition of scale to its offerings in a celebration of local art. Featuring over 80 pieces from artists of all backgrounds, this exhibition marks the first time the gallery looked
Indra Gallery London announces the opening of Michael Debono’s new exhibition, “Who’s Holding Who Up,” on September 7th. Courtesy of Indra Gallery Courtesy of Indra Gallery Drawing on the power of the arts to amplify the message that we are part of nature, rather than separate from it, artist Michel Debono raises the question: Who’s
Doris Guo will have a solo presentation with VI, VII in the Emergence sector of Art Basel Paris, from October 18 to 20, 2024. Learn more here. Ingrid Luquet-Gad is an art critic and PhD candidate based in Paris. She teaches art philosophy at the University Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. Caption for top image: Doris Guo and Weili
Contemplated as a living fossil and a testament to the enduring power of nature, the ginkgo tree is a symbol of hope and longevity. From the serene temple gardens of China and Japan to the urban landscapes of today, ginkgo is revered for its resilience and timeless beauty. The tree serves as an inspiration for
Paula Cooper Gallery said that art dealer Simone Subal is joining its team as a senior director in New York, starting August 26. The news comes two months after the Simone Subal Gallery on the Lower East Side closed its doors following a 12-year-run. Its demise is part of a broader shakeout in the gallery