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Queensland’s Brisbane Portrait Prize Faces Backlash for Allowing AI-Created Artworks

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Queensland’s prestigious Brisbane Portrait Prize (BPP) is stirring controversy as it opens its doors to artworks created, in whole or in part, by generative artificial intelligence (AI). This marks a significant departure from the competition’s previous guidelines, raising questions about the role of AI in traditional art spaces. Art World Reacts: “A Slippery Slope” The […]

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No! Ilya Repin is not Russian According to Finland’s Largest Art Museum

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In a significant move, Finland’s largest art museum, the Athenaeum, has officially changed the nationality of renowned 19th-century Realist painter Ilya Repin from Russian to Ukrainian. This decision comes in response to a campaign led by Ukrainians advocating for the acknowledgment of Repin’s true heritage. Initial Cataloging and Controversy The controversy began when the Athenaeum

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India Art Fair Marks 15 Years: Navigating Market Shifts, Maturation, and Introducing Design Innovation

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Marking its 15th anniversary, the India Art Fair (IAF) returns to the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi from 1st to 4th February. As South Asia’s premier commercial art event, IAF’s latest edition boasts participation from 72 galleries, making it the largest in its history. Against the backdrop of India’s expanding economy and a flourishing

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Young Creatives Defy Graffiti Ban: Abandoned Singapore Mall Transformed into Vibrant Art Hub

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In a country where graffiti is strictly prohibited, a group of young creatives in Singapore has seized an unusual opportunity to breathe life into an abandoned mall, defying conventional norms and creating a vibrant space for self-expression. Peace Centre, an aging structure slated for demolition later this year, has become an unexpected canvas for colourful

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Giza Pyramid Restoration Sparks Controversy: Critics Slam Project as “Straightening the Tower of Pisa”

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A restoration project aimed at reconstructing the outer casing of the Pyramid of Menkaure, one of the Giza pyramids, has come under heavy criticism from archaeologists, who have likened it to the seemingly futile task of straightening the Tower of Pisa. The initiative, a collaboration between the Egyptian government and Japanese archaeologists, has already commenced,

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Mona Lisa Under Attack: Riposte Alimentaire Activists Throw Soup at Mona Lisa, Sparking Louvre Evacuation

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In a daring protest at the Louvre, two female demonstrators associated with the group Riposte Alimentaire (Food Counterattack) threw pumpkin soup at Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Mona Lisa. The incident occurred around 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT) and led to the temporary evacuation of the Salle des Etats, where the masterpiece is displayed. The protesters,

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Gogi Saroj Pal, Renowned for Transformative Works Exploring Women’s Lives, Passes Away at 78

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Gogi Saroj Pal, the eminent Indian artist known for her impactful and evocative works, passed away on January 27, 2024, at 78. She was born in India on October 3, 1945, and has left a significant artistic legacy, especially in the area of gouache, oil painting, pottery, and weaving, all of which she used to

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Carl Andre, Minimalist Maestro, No More – A Sculptural Legacy Remembered

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Sculptor Carl Andre, who was one of the leading figures in the 1960s Minimalist art movement, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88. Born in 1935 in Quincy, Massachusetts, Carl Andre emerged as a key figure in the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s. Raised in an environment that encouraged free exploration, Andre’s

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Marc Jacobs’ 40th Anniversary Campaign Showcases Cindy Sherman’s Transformative Artistry Alongside Music Luminaries

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In a nod to four decades of iconic fashion, Marc Jacobs has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2024 campaign, featuring a stellar cast of friends and collaborators. German photographer Juergen Teller captured the essence of the campaign with a series of lo-fi shots, positioning each subject solo on the streets in front of Marc Jacobs’ headquarters in

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Third Edition of Art of India Exhibition Introduces Stunning Weaving of Tradition, Transition, and Modernity in New Delhi

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The highly anticipated third edition of the Art of India exhibition is set to captivate art enthusiasts in the national capital, commencing on January 28 at the India Habitat Centre (IHC). Under the theme “Tradition, Transition, Modernity,” the eight-day exhibition, curated by esteemed art critic Alka Pande, promises to be a celebration of India’s diverse

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