Noah Davis at the Barbican: Intimacy and Legacy
A decade after Noah Davis’s untimely passing, the Barbican presents his first institutional retrospective—long overdue, deeply moving, and timely. The exhibition honors Davis’s singular vision, blending his lyrical works with playful artistic references, offering a poignant glimpse into his brief but impactful career. Noah Davis, who passed away in 2015 at 32, left a powerful […]
The Louvre’s New Renaissance: Major Renovation Project
President Macron’s New Renaissance project will renovate the Louvre with a dedicated gallery for the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, a new entrance, and optimized space to reduce overcrowding. To be completed by 2031, the project aims to showcase architectural gems like the Colonnade and Cour Carrée, currently overshadowed by the pyramid entrance. Following […]
Sharjah Biennial 16: Acts of Carrying
The 16th edition of the Sharjah Biennial, titled to carry, takes an expansive curatorial approach to exploring what it means to carry—histories, resistance, migration, land, and change. Featuring over 190 artists, the Biennial presents a diverse range of projects, including residencies, workshops, writing, sound-based works, and expanded publications. From large-scale installations to intimate storytelling spaces, […]
Ithell Colquhoun at Tate St Ives: Surreal Flesh, Mystic Fantasy, and the Feminine
Tate St Ives hosts the first major exhibition of visionary artist Ithell Colquhoun, offering a rare opportunity to explore the work of one of British surrealism’s most daring figures. Renowned for her bold exploration of art, magic, and sexuality, Colquhoun captivated audiences in the 1930s and 1940s with dreamy landscapes, mystical symbols, and hallucinogenic hues. […]
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair 2025 Marrakech Edition: Intimately African
Marrakech is hosting the sixth edition of the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, bringing together artwork from Africa and its diaspora. With over 30 exhibitors from 14 countries, the fair highlights the artistic diversity emerging from Africa, with a particular focus on Morocco. The fair is held across from DaDa, an arts complex next to […]
Rithika Merchant x Dior at Musée Rodin
Rithika Merchant’s intricate, allegorical works set the scene for Dior’s Spring/Summer 2025 Haute Couture show at Paris Fashion Week. Blending mythology, matriarchal heritage, and nature, the installation transformed the Musée Rodin into a set where fashion and art coalesced. Dior’s first female artistic director, Maria Grazia Chiuri’s collection reimagined classic couture with a dreamlike, Alice […]
Marina Tabassum’s Serpentine Pavilion Reflects Ecological and Social Impact
Bangladeshi architect Marina Tabassum will design the 2025 Serpentine Pavilion, marking its 25th anniversary. Set to be unveiled in June, A Capsule in Time blends permanence and change, reflecting Tabassum’s ecological and social focus, offering a dynamic space for art and community. The Serpentine Pavilion is one of London’s most anticipated architectural ventures. It has […]
London Art Fair 2025 Highlights
The 37th London Art Fair at Islington’s Business Design Centre is its most international yet, featuring over 130 galleries from 18 countries. Expanding beyond its modern art roots, the fair highlights striking contemporary works, blending emerging artists with art world icons. Sarah Monk, the Director of the London Art Fair, emphasizes the event’s inclusive approach, […]
David Hockney at Fondation Louis Vuitton: A Retrospective of Seven Decades
The Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris will present David Hockney 25, a major retrospective spanning seven decades (1955–2025). Opening in April, the exhibition will feature over 400 works from private collections, international institutions, and Hockney’s personal studio, displayed across 11 rooms. Focusing on his work from the past 25 years, the exhibition highlights Hockney’s time […]
Lillie P. Bliss: The Visionary Who Shaped MoMA and Modern Art in America
Without Lillie P. Bliss, the history of modern art in America would be incomplete. MoMA’s current exhibition, Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern, celebrates her visionary contributions. Bliss’ donation of 120 artworks in 1931 laid the foundation for the museum’s permanent collection. Bliss had an integral part in the creation of MoMA […]