The North Carolina Arts Council’s 2024 Artist Support Grant winners were announced this month. Grants totaling $62,000 were awarded by the Arts Councils of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County and Greater Greensboro.  In all, 45 artists in a five-county Triad region — Davidson, Forsyth, Davie, Guilford and Randolph counties — will receive funding that supports their

The controversy surrounding Gérard Depardieu continues to shake up the world of French culture over the festive period, as more than 50 artists have come to the controversial actor’s defence. ADVERTISEMENT Leading French figures from the world of culture have denounced the “lynching” of Gérard Depardieu, the actor who is under investigation for rape and

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on – Dec 26, 2023, 10:49 IST Masterpieces by Indian artists While discussing some of the most beautiful paintings in the world and appreciating foreign artists we often forget the talents and masterpieces that India has produced. Be it dance, sculpture, paintings, or embroideries, we have a name that shone in

Firelei Báez in her studio, 2023. Photo: Sean Hanley When Firelei Báez was a visual arts fellow at the American Academy in Rome (2021-22), she went on a trip to Puglia, where she had a powerful dream. The Dominican Republic-born, Brooklyn-based artist recalls waking up with “almost happy” tears. “It was a dream of being

ST. GEORGE —From indoor and outdoor murals to symbolic paintings of trauma and loss, this artist is showing that being both a mom and an artist is more than possible. Kimberly Ipson hugs her two children inside her home in St. George, Utah, Dec. 5, 2023 | Photo by Jessi Bang, St. George News “I

The intersection of hip-hop culture and the gambling industry has become increasingly pronounced in recent years, with more and more rappers delving into the world of sportsbooks and casinos. While this partnership may seem innocuous at first glance, it raises important questions about the impact on their fans, particularly within Black America. Since the Supreme

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) — No one appreciates the holidays more than someone who, at one time, believed they might not see another one. Never has that been more true than in the life story of artist Christopher Johnson, who after surviving stage four cancer finally found his purpose in life and he says he owes

ISTANBUL The exhibition “The Trace of Memory: The Neolithic City of Çatalhöyük” is on display at the Atatürk Culture Center (AKM) Gallery. Curated by Siret Uyanık, the exhibition is jointly organized by the Culture and Tourism Ministry and the Konya Metropolitan Municipality. The project is being coordinated by Uyanık and Çatalhöyük Excavation Director Associate Professor

OCALA, Fla. — The 2024 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series is looking for local artists to paint during the performances. ▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS Every Friday, the city will be hosting a live music event for 10 weeks. People can submit applications from the following counties: Read More Read: 9 places to see

NORTHAMPTON — From the grandiose Academy of Music at one end of Main Street to the “History of Women in Northampton” mural decorating the Verizon building to the quaint shops selling handmade pottery and watercolor greeting cards, Northampton is a city filled with art. However, while their art decorates the city, artists struggle to afford