An art exhibition at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, titled 'Winter Quietude,' showcases how Minnesota winter is filled with vibrant colors and quiet beauty, featuring works by four artists including Neil Sherman, who captures the unique light and atmosphere of winter landscapes through outdoor painting in extreme conditions.
The 36th São Paulo Bienal, titled 'Not All Travelers Walk Roads,' features over 1,200 works by 125 artists exploring themes of human practice, environmental knowledge, and creating a more just and compassionate world, emphasizing beauty and optimism beyond traditional identity politics.
The Whitney Museum's 'Sixties Surreal' exhibition, intended to explore a pivotal decade of American art, is criticized for being a disorganized collection of disparate works that fails to effectively convey the era's artistic or political significance.
The article covers various international and domestic issues, including U.S. military strikes against drug boats from Venezuela, Jared Kushner's diplomatic activities in Russia, a personal crisis of an Afghan refugee involved in a shooting incident, the resumption of White House holiday tours, and an art exhibition at Miami's Museum of Graffiti. It highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions, internal political strategies, and cultural events.
Artist Amy Sherald withdrew her upcoming Smithsonian show over fears of censorship related to her transgender-themed painting, citing institutional pressure and political hostility towards trans issues, leading to the show's cancellation.
Ed Sheeran, primarily known as a singer-songwriter, has expanded into painting, creating celestial-inspired artworks in a disused London car park. These paintings will be exhibited at the Heni Gallery in Soho until August, with proceeds supporting his foundation for music education. The exhibition, called Cosmic Carpark Paintings, was encouraged by artists Damien Hirst and Joe Hage.
Actor and painter Adrien Brody returns to the art scene with his first exhibition in nearly a decade, showcasing autobiographical mixed media works inspired by his youth in New York, his mother Sylvia Plachy, and themes of violence and decay, amid mixed critical reception.
Anastasia Samoylova, a Russian-born American photographer, captures Florida's climate anxiety through her evocative images of decaying pastel landscapes, showcased in exhibitions at the Met Museum and Saatchi Gallery. Her work, including the "Flood Zone" series, highlights the state's vulnerability to climate change, using subtle imagery like cracked pink concrete and displaced alligators to convey existential dread. While not labeling herself an environmental photographer, Samoylova aims to make complex issues relatable, blending dark poetry with creative interpretation. Her upcoming project, "Transformations," will focus on global climate solutions, offering a hopeful perspective.
The Wu-Tang Clan's rare album "Once Upon a Time in Shaolin" will be publicly played for the first time at Australia's Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) during the Namedropping exhibition from June 15-24. The album, previously owned by Martin Shkreli and now by digital art collective Pleasr, will be featured in 30-minute listening events and displayed in its silver box.
The Museo Nacional del Prado will exhibit the recently rediscovered Caravaggio masterpiece "Ecce Homo" from May 28 to October 13, 2024. The painting, believed to have been part of Phillip IV of Spain's private collection, was authenticated and restored after reemerging at an auction in 2021. This exhibition marks a significant addition to the Prado's collection and includes a collaborative publication by leading art experts.
The 2024 Venice Biennale, featuring work by over 330 artists from 90 countries, is set to open to the public, with pre-opening celebrations already underway. The exhibition, titled "Foreigners Everywhere," curated by Adriano Pedrosa, showcases a mix of contemporary and historic 20th century artworks that expand the image of the "foreigner." The event has seen visitors lining up to enter exhibitions, protests outside the Israeli Pavilion, and the debut of a new sleeper carriage designed by artist JR for the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train.
Madonna took a break from her "Celebration" tour to support her son Rocco Ritchie at his art exhibition in Miami, sharing photos on Instagram of the family at the event. Rocco's art collection, inspired by Muay Thai fighters, is being sold for $25,000 per piece. Madonna's children, except for Lourdes Leon, attended the exhibition, and Madonna herself wore an emerald green suit for the occasion. Rocco previously used the pseudonym Rhed for his art, but has now revealed his real name for his latest show.
Sofia Vergara continues her date night style streak with a red cutout dress as she attends an art exhibition with rumored boyfriend Dr. Justin Saliman. The actress filed for divorce from Joe Manganiello in July and seems excited about her new relationship, stating that Saliman is her type and treats her with respect.
Rocco Ritchie, son of Madonna and Guy Ritchie, celebrated the launch of his art exhibition in London with his new mystery girlfriend. Madonna showed her support for her son's artwork, which sells for upwards of £45,000, and praised his talent on Instagram. Rocco's latest exhibition features a portrait of his mother from the 1980s. The family, including Rocco's siblings Lourdes and David, attended the event, along with close friend Stella McCartney. The couple was seen holding hands as they left the exhibition. Rocco's artwork explores societal conflicts and generational issues.