In the realm of art, where boundaries are constantly pushed and redefined, South Korean artist Dain Yoon stands out with her unique approach to body art. Using her skin as a canvas, Yoon creates surreal self-portraits that blur the lines between reality…
In a remarkable intersection of history and art, a collection of photographs thought to be among the last taken of Florence Nightingale, the pioneering English nurse, is set to go under the hammer in London. This auction, encompassing more than just images…
In a blend of art and controversy, a 350-year-old etching by the legendary Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn has sparked a modern-day debate on explicit content in art. Christie’s, a renowned international auction house, has listed “The French Bed” for sale at…
British photographer Oli Kellett finds serenity at crosswalks during city life’s constant motion and noise. From the crowded streets of New York to the vibrant avenues of Rio de Janeiro, Kellett’s lens has transformed mundane urban intersections into scenes of dramatic, contemplative…
A heated controversy has ignited in France after a teacher faced threats to her safety for showing a 17th-century painting featuring nude women to her students in an art class. This incident, which unfolded at Jacques Cartier school in Issou, west of…
In an extraordinary twist of fate, a painting valued at a modest $15,000 was sold for a staggering $13.8 million at a Sotheby’s auction. This dramatic turn of events unfolded after the artwork was authenticated as a creation of the legendary Dutch…
The literary world mourns the loss of British poet and author Benjamin Zephaniah, who passed away at 65 after a brief illness. A post from his family on his official social media account announced the sad news, revealing that he had been…
Imagine a world where the boundaries between digital and analog, reality and illusion, blur. This is the realm of German artist and spatial designer Jacqueline Hen’s latest creation, “Light High.” Set to captivate audiences at the Amsterdam Light Festival, Hen’s installation is…
In art, the power to evoke memories, resurrect the past, and celebrate culture is unparalleled. Soheila Sokhanvari, an Iranian-born artist now residing in the UK, embodies this power through her evocative paintings. Her retrospective, “We Could Be Heroes…” is not just an…
In an age where digital filters and cosmetic enhancements are the norms, a fascinating discovery by English Heritage serves as a reminder that altering appearances is not solely a contemporary practice. The recent restoration of a 17th-century portrait of noblewoman Diana Cecil…