August 9, 2024
Artists

At 40, GAY TIMES gets a facelift: the five artists reimagining our logo

BORA, FRANCE Currently based in France, multidisciplinary artist BORA (aka Pauline Canavesio) is known for an amorphous practice spanning music, poetry and – most relevant in this instance – 3D and digital design. The artist’s elaborate characters ooze and balloon in bubblegum pinks, deep purples and sky-like cyans. Despite their surreally synthetic aesthetic, there is

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A Radical Lineage | | Santa Fe Reporter

Santa Fe has no shortage of art spaces, but new ventures can still feel like a breath of fresh air. Take the nonprofit Institute of Contemporary Art Santa Fe, which opened its doors earlier this month with a show of figurative works from sculptor Hana Kostis dubbed An Incoherent Body. Not only does ICA’s Director

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Madonna gets to try on legendary artist’s clothes during museum visit

When most people go to museums, they look at paintings by their favorite artists. When Madonna goes to a museum, she gets to wear her favorite artists’ clothes. Madonna has long been a fan of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and shared photos of her recent visit to the Museo Frida Kahlo in Mexico City. Once her family’s

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Illinois Senate passes artificial intelligence protections for artists

The Illinois Senate approved a bill Friday that would allow artists to sue entities that replicate their work through artificial intelligence without their consent. The bill, HB4875, does not apply in special circumstances, such as news, satire and parody.  “Recording artists and musicians have never had an easy path, especially starting out,” State Rep. Jennifer

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28 artists, nonprofits receive $82,500 in Providence Project Fund grants

PROVIDENCE MAYOR Brett P. Smiley and the city’s Department of Art, Culture and Tourism announced that 28 local artists and nonprofits received $82,500 in grants from the city’s 2025 Project Fund program. PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett P. Smiley and the city’s Department of Art, Culture and Tourism on May 20 announced that

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Limelight Records hosts first ‘Limeys’ to celebrate student artists at Elon University

Heels clicked against the pavement as students entered the College Taphouse. As attendees entered the building, they were greeted with a red carpet and signage for the “Limeys” — Limelight Records first formal award ceremony.  Senior Juliana Kuhno, who is Limelight’s vice president of promotions, said the label wanted to create a “Grammy-esque” event highlighting

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Port Clinton Artists’ Club gives back

Alice Holly, seated, and Diane Chaplin paint one of nine barriers that will be displayed in The District in downtown Port Clinton this summer. (Submitted photo) Members of the Port Clinton Artists’ Club have been supported by the Port Clinton community since 1956, so when they wanted to give something back, the Philanthropy Committee was

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Artist with Calif. gallery, Elan Vital, has sights set on East Liverpool, Ohio

EAST LIVERPOOL, Ohio (WKBN) – There’s a new project underway in downtown East Liverpool. It is transforming an old church into an art gallery and community space. For Elan Vital, the studio is his sanctuary –now, more than ever. “Art takes people up…brings their spirit up,” he said. Vital purchased the old Lord’s Community Church

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Palms Trading Company hosts second artist showcase with live demonstrations

Palms Trading Company is a local business that has supported both Native and New Mexican artists for over 90 years. Located in downtown Albuquerque, the trading company takes care of the community while enriching the cultural experience for visitors and locals alike. Palms Trading Company is gearing up for its second portal showcase, which will

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Brownsville calls all artists to take part in public art initiative

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of Brownsville is calling all artists for a chance to be a part of its public art initiative. City officials are encouraging artists to submit their designs to transform utility infrastructure and streetscapes in the area. “We aim to create spaces that inspire positivity and vibrancy, increasing community presence

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