Philip Smith uses astral and spiritual forces as the motivating force in his works. He “opens” himself up to them, he says. In the above image, he outlines with oil pastel and smears it vigorously. The results of his works are quIte interesting, to say the least. Link: https://www.artnews.com/art-in-america/aia-reviews/philip-smith-primary-1234619939/
Lawrence Salzmann explores how the lives of humans and animals are intertwined in his recent show, “Creatures Real and Imagined.” For centuries, we have held intimate relationships with animals (to varying degrees), such as domestic pets or cattle. Salzmann expresses this through his art—he sees the animal as an integral Read more…
Sky Hopinka is a Native American visual artist and filmmaker who explores what it means to be a visitor. In relation to his short film titled “Anti Objects,” he explains, “I guide a viewer through a space, not to teach them about what it is, but rather, to share with Read more…
Institutions are becoming more committed to distinguishing between Russian and Ukrainian culture, and the world of art is contributing to this ongoing push. The image above is located in the National Gallery in London. Originally titled “Russian Dancers,” the painting by Edgar Degas has been renamed to “Ukrainian Dancers.” While Read more…
The image above, Untitled (1982), is currently owned by Japanese billionaire entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa, who bought the piece in in May 2016 for $57.3 million. He has decided to resell the painting, which is now estimated at $70 million. Basquiat’s work generated the second largest amount of money for any Read more…