As part of its policy of supporting the creative sector, the Ministry of Culture acquires works of art annually on behalf of the State. The works from this collection are made available to ministries and government administrations as well as within the framework of loans to cultural institutions. With the development of this collection, the
On July 12, 2024, Bill Viola died at the age of 73 due to complications related to Alzheimer’s disease. A statement via Instagram said, “It is with great sadness that Bill Viola Studio shares news of the death of Bill Viola, one of the world’s leading contemporary artists. He passed away peacefully at home on
VANDERBIJLPARK – From the streets of Vanderbijlpark emerges a remarkable young talent in the South African art scene namely, Try Phoku. His art cognoscente can be seen in his tremendous portraits and inspiring journey. Despite being a phenomenal visual artist, Phoku is a third-year student at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) studying Performing Arts.
When considering relocating two paintings that had long hung in the president’s office at The Bank of Marion, Chris Snodgrass wanted the artwork treated with great respect. His approach was fitting. Today’s leaders in Marion’s art community continue to hold the artist, the late Margaret “Perkie” Ford, in high regard. Anne Hull, an artist and
Historical Context in Art In the realm where art and current events collide, moments of significant political impact often find expression through creative channels. From Abraham Lincoln to John F. Kennedy, assassinations have historically been fodder for artistic interpretation. Andy Warhol’s poignant “Jackie” series exemplifies this, capturing the essence of tragedy and historical narrative through
On June 2, María Luque noticed several of her contacts on Instagram posting about a form she had never heard of. The form, Luque found out, had been sent to users in the European Union and the U.K. to give them the option to opt out of Meta’s plans to use public posts on Instagram
Urban life can be a tricky, even precarious, walk across a tightrope, referred to in “Tightrope: Behind the Processor #2,” the title of this work by Elias Sime. Recently acquired by NOMA, this work’s tapestry of intertwined wires and circuit boards suggests the topography of fractured, sprawling cities. Such aerial positionality allows us to zoom
A revolution has quietly taken root in the dazzling world of comic books, where vibrant panels burst with stories of heroism, fantasy, and conflict. For years, the comic book industry, like many others in art and literature, was predominantly male-dominated. However, as the pages turn and times change, a new era has dawned—an era marked
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Fair-goers enjoy looking at a tent full of pictures at the 30th annual People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts, in Centre Hall. TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Jeff Heilman’s handmade brooms are pictured in a tent at the event. TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Pennsylvania Dutch hex
The 2025 Visual Arts Fellowship Emerging (VAFE) is delivered with the curatorial and exhibition support of Artspace. The objective is to support NSW visual arts practitioners in the early stages of their career to challenge and expand their practice. Up to 6 applicants will be shortlisted to take part in the fellowship exhibition at Artspace,