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Graham Duncan Elder is a British artist whose body of work serves as a kaleidoscope of memories, influences, and emotions. He distills these elements into captivating paintings that sizzle with raw energy and undeniable charisma. Born and raised in the electrifying landscape of 1980s/90s London, Elder’s artistic journey was profoundly shaped by the neon-lit streets, pulsating electro beats, and mesmerizing video games that defined his formative years. It was a time and place where tradition met innovation, where ancient Egyptian art coexisted with contemporary graffiti, and where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blurred into a vibrant tapestry of cultural…

Forget Bubbles: Is Jeff Koons a Swiftie?Jeff Koons is causing a stir in Hong Kong this week with an exhibition of early work at Art Intelligence Global in Wong Chuk Hang (until April 26).is called Jeff Koons: 1979-1999the exhibition includes his headline porcelain sculptures Michael Jackson and Bubbles (1988), a highly kitsch portrait of the late artist horror film The pop star and his favorite chimpanzee.Koons tells us the work is making its debut on these shores prestige Magazine: “I believe this is Michael Jackson and Bubbles’ first time in China, so it’s exciting,” he gushed. Art world pranksters always…

Born in 1978 in Koblenz, Germany, Gereon Kratz is not just an artist; he is a multifaceted creative. A painter, draftsman, graphic artist, illustrator, and composer, Kratz’s diverse talents converge to define a unique visual language that speaks volumes about the human experience. At the core of Kratz’s artistic expression lies a deep fascination with anatomy, geometry, urban and natural landscapes, and design. He seamlessly weaves these elements into his work, whether through drawings and painterly analogues on canvas and paper or digital collages as a print medium. His ability to combine classic craftsmanship with contemporary sensibilities allows him to…

Following a government decree, the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin has removed from view all artwork depicting rivers or seas. According to the museum’s announcement, the move is intended to prevent “creating the conditions for slogans that might inadvertently refer to ‘From river to sea, Palestine will be free.'” Works removed include Gustave Courbet’s “The Waves” (1869), Caspar David Friedrich’s “The Monk on the Shore” (1808-10), Carl Blechen’s The Fisherman of Capri (1834), and hundreds of other works. The decision is a watered-down version of a previous proposal to landfill Germany’s Rhine River in solidarity with the people of Israel. “If…

In the bustling realm of contemporary art, where digital screens and augmented realities often take center stage, Lucy Looijen-Lavrijsen chooses to navigate a different path. Fondly known as “LUCY” to her admirers, this Dutch artist has spent the last three decades delving deep into the past, drawing inspiration from archaeological and geological wonders to create art that resonates with simplicity and authenticity. “I dig into the past, looking for the origins of existence,” Lucy muses. Her art is a testament to this exploration—a deep dive into the layers of time and earth, where every stroke on the canvas is a…

Amid legal battle over who rightly owns Egon Schiele’s 1916 work on paper russian prisoner of warThe Art Institute of Chicago (AIC), which acquired the painting in 1966, dismissed on February 28 a civil lawsuit brought by Jewish-Austrian collector Fritz Grünbaum Brought by an heir, his artwork was confiscated by the Nazis. And he was sent to a concentration camp and executed. Another battle looms, with the New York City District Attorney’s Office also trying to remove the piece and return it to those heirs, with oral arguments expected before the New York Supreme Court in late April or early…

Judit Nagy L. is an artist born in Slovakia. Her artistic journey began at a tender age, sketching away in kindergarten. While many might have seen her as destined for a life in the arts, fate had a different plan. Judit pursued a Master’s degree in civil engineering, built a family, and even ventured into the entrepreneurial world with her own small business. But, as they say, life has a way of coming full circle. Turning the pages of her life, we find a pivotal moment when she embarked on the Camino pilgrimage in Spain for her 40th birthday. The…

Before the pandemic, Munich’s Lenbachhaus pitched an idea to the Tate: Why not share the crown jewels of each other’s collections in several special exhibitions? This is how Germany is staging its first major JMW Turner exhibition in 70 years, while the Tate Modern is about to host its first exhibition of Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider) artists since the 1960s. .“This is an incredibly sustainable way of working,” said curator Natalia Sidlina. Expressionists: Kandinsky, Mutter and the Blaue Reiter. “Whether it’s a collaboration or an environment, because most of the works come from one place, we’re able to…

To receive morning links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews communication. headline News New leader of British Museum. Nicholas Cullinan Has been appointed as new director british museum in London after former director resigned Hartwig FisherHe resigned after a massive theft from the museum’s collection, which the institution claimed was committed by its former director. Cullinan currently serves as a director of the company. national portrait galleryin his new role he will also have to deal with a wide range of challenges related to calling for a return Parthenon Marbles The problems in Greece,…

Tom Willemen is a self-taught abstract artist hailing from Belgium. Under the pseudonym ‘The Belgian Artist’, Willemen has carved a niche for himself in the realm of digital and abstract artistry. For over a decade, Willemen has been immersed in the world of digital art, crafting characters and visuals that captivate the imagination. Yet, despite his proficiency and passion for this medium, he felt a growing desire to transcend the confines of his digital canvas. “Although I enjoyed creating digital characters, it felt like I was producing the same artwork repeatedly,” he confesses. This realization became a pivotal moment in…