August 23, 2024
Visual artists

Visual artists project images of people kidnapped by Hamas on New York City buildings, landmarks

NEW YORK — A group of local visual artists have taken a bold step to remember the nearly 200 people kidnapped by Hamas. Their images are being projected on buildings and landmarks around New York City. Pictures of hostages were first displayed at the United Nations building last week. “We believe that we need the

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Art Investment

Fine art proving an attractive investment for high net worth clients

Investing in fine art continues to offer investors significant long-term return potential, alongside the opportunity to manage tax liabilities. The Frieze Art Fair saw its 20th high profile event in London in early October. This gathering of artists, collectors, wealth managers and their art-obsessed clients, in a small tent city in the corner of Regent’s

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European Artists

From Opulent 18th-Century French Furniture to Contemporary Paintings, Here Are 5 Lots to Watch in Artcurial’s ‘Eclectic Eye’ Sale

Coinciding with Paris+ by Art Basel, Artcurial Paris will present “Eclectic Eye: A European Collection” on October 20. Amassed over a period of two decades by distinguished collectors, the featured collection of lots brings together artworks and decorative art from a diverse range of time periods and genres. From rare 18th-century furnishings and objects to

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European Art

AI imagines what Americans in all 50 states look like using stereotypical European views

By Stacy Liberatore For Dailymail.com 18:00 18 Oct 2023, updated 00:28 19 Oct 2023 The images were created using the AI image-generator Mdjourney   The software produced images that have potential bias and stereotypes READ MORE:  AI reveals the ideal boyfriend for each US state Most Europeans have a unique idea about what Americans look like

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Art Investment

Introduction to Alternative Investments

“Alternative investments” is an umbrella term for the group of investments that fall outside of the traditional asset classes such as stocks, bonds, or cash investments. Because these assets are not tied to traditional markets, these assets may be less liquid than traditional assets and may require a longer investment period before any return is

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Art Investment

10 Most Expensive Abstract Art Pieces In The World

Did you know the second most expensive painting in the world (Interchange by Willem de Kooning) is an abstract artwork? Abstraction in art uses various shapes, forms, and colors to encourage the viewer’s involvement and imagination. You can get an impression of the artist’s vision and emotions, which you can interpret the way you want. 

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European Art

Thy Art Is Murder Begin UK/European Tour

Australian extreme metal legends Thy Art Is Murder have begun their U.K./European tour. The band are known for their incredible live performances and a unique connection with the crowd. Thy Art Is Murder have toured with the top titans of the metal globe such as Cannibal Corpse, Slayer, Kreator, Lamb Of God, Killswitch Engage, Parkway

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European Art

A 24,000-Year-Old Discovery in a European Cave Left Researchers Stunned. Now They’re Calling it the “Most Important” of Its Kind

One of the most significant Palaeolithic art sites found in recent years has been discovered within a 500-meter-long cave on Europe’s Eastern Iberian Coast. Hailed by archaeologists as “arguably the most important” cave art discovery in the region, the trove of ancient images, which are believed to be close to 24,000 years old, was found

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European Fine art

Boston Museum Showcases the Power of Women in Renaissance Italy

This article is part of the Fine Arts & Exhibits special section on the art world’s expanded view of what art is and who can make it. Platform shoes. Lush fabrics. Prolific selfies. They sound like things you might see on a lifestyle influencer’s Instagram feed, but they are actually among the 14th- to 17th-century

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European Art

Russia’s new art outcasts – The New European

Katia Demina Doll-maker Katia Demina. Photo: Svetlana Lazareva Just like every other Wednesday for the past year and a half, a street by the Pompidou Centre is full of Ukrainian flags. Organised by the Ukrainian community in Paris, this march takes place every week and is a poignant reminder of the ongoing war in their

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