PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 26: Smoke resembling the flag of Team France is shown over Pont d’Austerlitz during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

New Aspen Art Fair Opens, the World’s Best Art Destinations, Paris Olympics Fail to Reconcile France, and More: Morning Links for July 30, 2024

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To receive Morning Links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews newsletter. THE HEADLINES HITS DON’T LIE. If the Olympics opening ceremony, which tended to promote cultural diversity and inclusion, seems to have conquered the hearts of most people and papers, The Art Newspaper sees it as proof that France is actually fractured. In light of …

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The Resplendent Beauty of Art Nouveau in France

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Introduction to Art Nouveau in France Art Nouveau, a revolutionary artistic movement that blossomed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, found one of its most vibrant expressions in France. Characterized by its sinuous lines, organic forms, and intricate details, Art Nouveau sought to break free from the rigid constraints of academic art, embracing …

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MOMA 2024: A Comprehensive Guide to Must-See Exhibits

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Since its inception in 1929, the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City has been a beacon of contemporary and modern art, showcasing groundbreaking works from around the globe. As we step into 2024, MOMA continues to push boundaries with an array of captivating exhibits that promise to inspire, provoke thought, and redefine …

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The Flourishing Elegance of Art Nouveau in Spain

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Introduction to Art Nouveau in Spain Art Nouveau, known as Modernismo in Spain, emerged as a vibrant and influential artistic movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Characterized by its flowing lines, organic forms, and intricate details, Art Nouveau sought to break away from traditional artistic conventions and embrace a more natural and …

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Exploring the 2023 Exhibits at the Art Institute of Chicago

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What are the 2023 Chicago Art Exhibits? The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States, and it’s renowned for its impressive collections and exhibitions. In 2023, the museum offers an array of exhibits that beautifully blend traditional art with modern technology. This article delves into …

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Sewn Into Daily Life: An Interview with Erick Medel

Sewn Into Daily Life: An Interview with Erick Medel

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Erick Medel doesn’t just take pictures, he sews them. Through a unique process involving denim and brightly colored threads, Medel documents through photography his Boyle Heights neighborhood in Los Angeles and finds the most mundane city scenes to then transform into highly detailed works that come from his sewing machine rather than oil paint. On the …

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When the US Left Afghanistan, This Filmmaker Entered

When the US Left Afghanistan, This Filmmaker Entered

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In August 2021, the United States ended its disastrous 20-year occupation of Afghanistan with a suitably slapdash withdrawal. The Taliban, which had been expelled from power in 2001, retook control. Billions of dollars’ worth of military equipment and vehicles were left behind, much of it disabled but restorable, given enough time. Not long after the …

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Christine Sun Kim & Thomas Mader “Lighter Than Air” at White Space, Beijing

Christine Sun Kim & Thomas Mader “Lighter Than Air” at White Space, Beijing

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“Lighter Than Air” is an exhibition by Christine Sun Kim and Thomas Mader. The duo’s debut at the gallery brings together their latest installations, videos, and drawings. Kim and Mader’s collaborative practice has long been centered around themes such as signed and spoken languages, Deaf history, games and word play. Approaching the complexities of communication …

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