Author: Iris
Descendants of late Swedish abstract painter Hilma af Klint have expressed concerns about a possible deal between the foundation that manages her artistic estate and David Zwirner Gallery, citing There is a risk of “commercialization” in her work. Erik af Klint, chairman of the board of directors of the Hilma af Klint Foundation and the artist’s great-grandson, called the deal a “hostile takeover” and initially Reported by the foundation guardian.Eric was the only one of the five board members to vote against Zwirner’s proposal to become the foundation’s representative gallery. In 2022, Zwirner orchestrated the acquisition of a series of…
As the year 2024 draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the artists whose work has created interesting works. Sue Nicholas is one of them. With an academic foundation from Goldsmith’s College and Imperial College, University of London, her journey into the world of art is anything but conventional. Where others may focus on the external trappings of identity, Nicholas turns inward, exploring the fluid, ever-changing nature of self and its connection to the vital force of consciousness. For Nicholas, creating art is less about outward expression and more about mapping the intricate emotional and sensory…
As the year 2024 draws to a close, reflecting on the artists who have produced interesting works feels essential. Among them, Vandorn Hinnant, an artist whose journey began in Greensboro, North Carolina, in 1953. Over the decades, Hinnant has developed a body of work that seamlessly weaves together elements of art, science, and spirituality into an engaging and cohesive visual dialogue. Hinnant’s artistic curiosity took root early in life and flourished through formal studies. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art Design from North Carolina A & T State University and later explored sculpture at the University of North…
Anyone with empathy for dogs will feel an infectious joy when visiting Emilie Gossiaux’s exhibition at the Trondheim Art Museum in Norway. Before you even get in, you’ll notice the Kongs—those round rubber cones that dogs stick their tongues into, slowing down their gobbling of peanut butter and turning it into a game. As you walk through the museum’s two floors, you never stop noticing the Kongs. There are more than 100 ceramic holes, all handmade by Gossiaux. They’re painted in nearly every color—safety orange, metallic gold, deep purple—and stand out against the ubiquitous Norwegian gray cement floors. Related articles…
Welcome to issue 264 of Landscapes at the Easel, a series in which artists reflect on their workspaces. This week, Los Angeles artists found freedom in small spaces, escaping the stress of studio routines and reveling in the sunsets outside their windows.Want to participate? Check out our submission guidelines and share a little bit about your studio with us via this form! All mediums and work spaces are welcome, including your home studio. How long have you been working in this field?Eight months.Describe an average day in your studio.I’ve tried (and failed) to create a routine around my art making.…
In 1952, Niki de Saint Phalle moved to France from the United States with her husband Harry Mathews and their young daughter. Dark childhood memories, including those involving her incestuous father, began to resurface, prompting her to commit herself to a mental hospital, where she underwent electroshock therapy. Her brief stay there inspired significant changes in her life. She is no longer a model and actress. Now, she will be a full-time artist. Saint-Phalle, as most people know her, was the tortured, ill-tempered, busty female sculptor known as “Nana.” But with her movies NikkiDirector Céline Sallette complicates this perception, showing…
Crumbling amber, a nonbinary deity, a horned woman, a disco ball formed from synthetic hair: all these things and more appeared in the year’s most memorable artworks. Produced during a time that was a chaotic as any other in recent history, these works made powerful pleas for liberation (particularly in Gaza, where Israel’s war continues on), pushed at the limits of traditional mediums such as painting and sculpture, and contended with the knotty histories that span centuries. A bias toward contemporary art has pervaded museums across the globe for decades now, but as this year proved, work from past eras…
Yesterday, the NYPD released photos of Luigi Mangione’s extradition to New York City. The accused murderer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson wore an orange prison jumpsuit and was surrounded by a group of stern-faced police officers in gray suits brandishing semiautomatic weapons. Behind him, no doubt excited about the photo, was indicted Mayor Eric Adams. The intent behind the photo seemed clear: Any act of violence against the corporate state would be met with overwhelming force, and Mangione — a man with no history of violence and without a single criminal conviction — was So dangerous that he needed a…
On December 16, British street artist Banksy posted a mysterious work on Instagram that referenced the Virgin and Child, sparking speculation. The painting, located on a metal plate in an unknown location, shows the woman’s breast with a rusty hole at the nipple and the baby looking desperately into its mother’s eyes.The Instagram post, which had no caption, was posted at around 2pm UK time. There is no information about the location or meaning of the artwork.As expected, the image sparked a flurry of comments, with social media users offering their two cents on its potential significance. Some comments suggested…
As the year 2024 winds down, it’s a great time to reflect on artists who have created interesting works. Based in Canberra, Kirandeep Grewal channels her passion for storytelling into her multidisciplinary works, which range from silk art to textiles and pen-and-ink drawings. Her creations are vivid, flowing, and full of life, often inspired by the landscapes of Australia and her adventures across the globe. In her studio, Grewal hand-dyes silk, blending age-old methods she’s picked up from artisans around the world with her fresh perspective. Her commitment to eco-conscious practices, like minimizing water and dye waste, reflects her respect…