February 8, 2025
Artists

Artists unite to present South Africa’s case accusing Israel of genocide

The Palestine Festival of Literature collaborated with TV and movie stars in a compelling video series that sheds light on South Africa’s charges against Israel at the International Court of Justice. 29 prominent artists came together to read the facts outlined in South Africa’s case. The first video, released on Friday, features participants from nine

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Artists with local ties bring vision of diversity, equity to Attleboro | Local News

From small glimpses of elements of life in Attleboro to sharing perspectives on a large scale, two public installations — one a temporary fabric banner at a construction site on South Main Street and the other a mural painted on the Attleboro Arts Museum building on Park Street — celebrate the history and diversity of

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Chicago Man’s Tweet on a ‘Rat Hole’ Paid His Rent Thrice Over

Angle down icon An icon in the shape of an angle pointing down. A Chicago artist posted a photo of a “rat hole” on X — and it went viral. Courtesy of Winslow Dumaine Chicago artist Winslow Dumaine’s post showing a rat-shaped hole in the ground went viral. Dumaine replied to the post with photos

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The Artists Guild of St. Croix Will Kick Off “The Art Show 2024” at CMCARTS Saturday

“The Art Show 2024” exhibit will kick off at the Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts in downtown Frederiksted on Jan. 20, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Patrons will be treated to live music, appetizers and a cash bar at the opening reception. The exhibit will run through Feb. 10. The Artists Guild supports

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Ironically Titled Alligator Horror Movie Gets Surprisingly Positive Review From VFX Artists

Summary Bad CGI Gator intentionally pokes fun at films with poor digital effects, but still manages to technically work. The movie uses lighting and depth of field effectively, proving that it isn’t amateurish in its badness. VFX artists appreciate the intentional choices made in the film, making it surprisingly enjoyable despite its shortcomings. The ironically

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Call for artists for 2024 Williams Bay Fine Art Fest

The Williams Bay Cultural Arts Alliance is currently accepting artist applications for the 49th annual Williams Bay Fine Art Fest. This juried fine art show will take place over a two-day weekend, July 27-28, at Edgewater Park in downtown Williams Bay overlooking scenic Geneva Lake.  The deadline for new artists and priority placement for returning

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Aretha Franklin hired three makeup artists work on her face for an event

Music exclusive details By Carlos Greer Published Jan. 14, 2024, 5:15 p.m. ET Aretha Franklin performing at Radio City Music Hall in 2009.AP Aretha Franklin once hired three make-up artists to prep her for a single event, according to a longtime pal. Apparently, the iconic singer brought in top celebrity makeup man Reggie Wells, another

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DNR accepting applications for artist residency in the U.P.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking for a few artists to live in the Upper Peninsula this year and create art for a state park. The Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence program is accepting applications from artists whose work is influenced by the northern wilderness setting of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, or “the Porkies,”

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Pioneering AI artist says the technology is ultimately ‘limiting’

This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked reputable news agency proofread Ok! Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain × close Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain An artist who shook up the cultural world with a haunting female portrait created by artificial

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Excerpt from ‘Ballyhoo!: The Roughhousers, Con Artists, and Wildmen Who Invented Professional Wrestling’

We’re pleased to be able to share an excerpt from the upcoming release, Ballyhoo!: The Roughhousers, Con Artists, and Wildmen Who Invented Professional Wrestling, by Jon Langmead, which will be out in February 2024 (University of Missouri Press). CHAPTER 15 Jack Curley would never stop loving boxing, even when it barely had any room left

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