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American Artist’s Journey in Israel Amidst Conflict: From Inspiration to Uncertainty

Introduction Denver-based artist Topher Straus found himself in an unexpected and challenging situation when he was on a spontaneous trip to Tel Aviv, Israel. His journey, initially aimed at working on a painting for an upcoming convention, took an unexpected turn as conflict erupted within hours of his arrival. Inspiration Amidst Uncertainty Straus expressed his […]

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Celebrating Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi: The Visionary Artist Behind the Iconic Cat-Eye Eyeglass Frames

4 Aug’23, ON THIS DAY On August 4th, Google Doodle pays tribute to Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi, an exceptional American artist and inventor renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the world of fashion and film. As we celebrate what would have been her 116th birthday, let’s delve into the life and achievements of this remarkable individual

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Controversial Banana art by Maurizio Cattelan is eaten “again” by a hungry South Korean student.

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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Adieu to the Felix Gonzalez-Torres Exhibition: Immersive and participatory art

Tsuktiben Jamir Félix González-Torres lived a very short life; in 1996 aged just 38, he passed away leaving behind a trial of his unique and thoughtful works of art. The Cuban-born American artist was loved and appreciated for his ability to subtly and strategically address the important, deep-seated themes and sentiments of his time. Gonzalez-Torres

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