August 5, 2024
Artists

Russian doctors demand release of imprisoned anti-war artist

Over 200 Russian doctors signed an open letter Nov. 18 demanding imprisoned Russian anti-war artist Alexandra Skochilenko be released due to her declining health. “Apart from our outrage over the obvious injustice of the verdict, we, as a medical community, are deeply concerned about Sasha’s health,” the letter said. Skochilenko was sentenced to seven years

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Art and class: Working-class artists on breaking into exclusive world

1 hour ago Image source, Nathan Wyburn Image caption, Artist Nathan Wyburn has presented portraits to the likes of Shirley Bassey (pictured), Mariah Carey and Tom Jones From pop royalty Mariah Carey and Sir Tom Jones to actual royalty the Prince and Princess of Wales, Nathan Wyburn has created artworks of them all. His break

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Surprise winner of Australian Idol ranking

New data reveals who the most popular singers from Australian Idol are, 20 years after it premiered – and there are some surprising results. It’s been 20 years since Guy Sebastian took the Australian Idol crown, but indie superstar Matt Corby has emerged as most popular globally, according to Spotify. The iconic TV talent show,

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Why artists are pushing for U.S. copyright reforms amid proliferation of AI models

FILE PHOTO: Actor Frances Fisher joins SAG-AFTRA actors and Writers Guild of America (WGA) writers as they walk the picket line during their ongoing strike outside Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, California, Sept. 8, 2023. Photo by Mario Anzuoni/REUTERS Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists and voice actors are appealing to the U.S. government

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Winter art show in Maple Ridge highlights artists with diverse abilities

The Vicuña Art Studios annual show and sale takes place Saturday, Nov. 25 Artists with diverse abilities will be showcasing their artwork in the annual Vicuña Art Studio’s Annual Winter Art Show. Guests will have the chance to meet with the 45 artists who will be participating in the show including Natasha Dusault and McKenna

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Rappers Who Effortlessly Blend Bars and Melodies: The Ultimate Crossover Artists

In the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, a fascinating phenomenon has emerged: rappers who seamlessly transition between spitting fiery bars and crooning soulful melodies. These artists defy genre boundaries, creating music that resonates with fans across the globe. From the streets of St. Louis to the bustling neighborhoods of Toronto, these lyrical chameleons have mastered the

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‘Beyond the Curve’: Abenaki artists reflect on their COVID experience | Vermont Arts

Arms intertwine tenderly as a woman embraces another in the engraved ink drawing on one side of a hollowed gourd in Jeanne Morningstar Kent’s “Gagalwanogan — A Hug.” On the other side, two little girls in knee-length dresses walk, holding hands. The taller girl leads the way as the ponytailed sister follows. Accompanying the gourd

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A New Exhibition Explores How a Medieval Printmaker Transformed the Artist’s Copyright

On View The show at the Chazen Museum of Art charts the influence of Israhel van Meckenem. Adam Schrader 5 hours ago Israhel van Meckenem. Double Portrait of Israhel van Meckenem and his Wife Ida (ca. 1490). Photo courtesy of Albertina Museum via the Chazen Museum A new exhibition at the Chazen Museum of Art

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Indigenous Marketplace at Portland State University connects Native artists, makers

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland State University’s Native American Student and Community Center is a gathering place that provides support and resources for students — and it’s also a recurring site for the Portland Indigenous Marketplace. The pop-up market is specifically for Indigenous and Black artists and vendors, and is taking place again this Native

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‘Please regulate AI:’ Artists push for U.S. copyright reforms but tech industry says not so fast

Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists and voice actors are appealing to the U.S. government for relief — as soon as possible — from the threat that artificial intelligence poses to their livelihoods. “Please regulate AI. I’m scared,” wrote a podcaster concerned about his voice being replicated by AI in one of thousands of

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