March 10, 2025

Artists

Artists

The Gathering and D&D Artist Calls Out Hasbro CEO’s AI Comments

Artist Denman Rooke threatens to stop working with Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons publisher Wizards of the Coast after Hasbro CEO’s statements regarding AI. In a March 15 X thread, Rooke published an email sent to art directors he has previously worked under at Wizards of the Coast. Rooke, who has created artwork

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Carbondale asking local artists to paint murals around town | News

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The city of Carbondale is looking for residents to help beautify the city with artwork.  Carbondale has partnered with Artspace 304 to launch the Welcome, Carbondale! event for spring 2024. The event is part of a continuing program the city has established to add murals throughout the city.  “If you have experience

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Wizkid Rants About Not Being An Afrobeats Artist While Updating On Next Album

Wizkid just finished his next album, as he let fans know on Friday (March 15) via the Instagram social media platform. But apparently, before this new phase of his career begins, he wants to set the record straight on some important matters concerning his artistry and his image. “Album done! [eagle emoji] See you soon

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Bangladeshi artists participate in ‘Kalashala’ in Nepal

Organisers and participants pose for a photo at the inaugural ceremony of three-day event titled ‘Kalashala’ ongoing at the Airport Hotel in Kathmandu, Nepal on Friday. — Press release Twenty two Bangladeshi artists have participated in an international art event under way at the Airport Hotel in Kathmandu, Nepal. The three-day event titled ‘Kalashala’ is

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Fourth Plinth Trafalgar Square 2026-2028 Artists Announced

Tschabalala Self and Andra Ursuţa have been revealed as the chosen artists to grace the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square with their sculptures in 2026 and 2028, respectively, announced today by the Fourth Plinth Commissioning Group. The selection, made independently by the commissioning group chaired by Ekow Eshun, followed a rigorous process that included a

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Region 2 Arts Council awards $18,000 in Artist Support Grants

BEMIDJI — With the support of a community panel review, the Region 2 Arts Council recently awarded $18,000 to individual artists from within its five-county region. According to a release, these grants provide financial assistance to artists in any artistic discipline and at any stage of their career as an artist residing in the Minnesota

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Artist of the Week: Danni Johnson

Danni Johnson is a 20-year-old musician based in Olympia, Washington. Seattle Refined: How long have you been writing/performing?Johnson: Since I was 11, which is nine years now. Tell us about the artistic process and the different stages that work into it.More often now, I write with a partner who is immensely talented at the piano.

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Artists wanted for 2025 agriculture-focused calendar

The Maine Agricultural Mediation Program (MAMP) is looking for artists for its 2025 wall calendar with a submission deadline of May 20. The 2025 calendar, which showcases the artwork by Maine-based artists, will celebrate the theme of “farming and tending to the land and sea throughout the seasons.” This annual wall calendar features artwork in

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Beyoncé’s country songs are bringing new listeners to the genre, boosting streams for Black artists – NBC Chicago

Beyoncé is embarking on her country era with a new album, “Cowboy Carter.” The two singles she’s released so far have been smash hits and have boosted streams for other Black female country stars along the way. As Beyoncé helps break the country mold, she’s also bringing a younger audience into the western genre. The

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Artist makes folkloric shape-shifters for new exhibit – Oroville Mercury-Register

Chico Mexican American artist Brandon Hernandez shows his wood piece depicting a rooster with a dog’s head Friday, March 15, 2024 in Chico, California. (Jennie Blevins/Enterprise-Record) CHICO — Chico artist Brandon Hernandez’s printmaking is a testament to his cultural history. “I love printmaking because it’s a very hands on process,” Hernandez said. He said his

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