Must-See Art Fairs Around the World: H1 2025 Edition
The first half of 2025 is packed with art fairs around the world, with Asian capitals leading the way while established locations remain significant despite market saturation. These events reflect a steadier rhythm in the global art scene after years of post-pandemic growth. January ART SG, Singapore January 16-19 Singapore launches the global art calendar […]
New Contemporaries 2025: 75 Years of Art in Flux
As New Contemporaries celebrates its 75th anniversary, its return to the ICA evokes both nostalgia and anticipation, reaffirming its significance as a vital platform for emerging voices in UK art. The exhibition features 35 early-career artists, whose works capture the fragmented nature of contemporary moments. Among the notable names is Motunrayo Akinola, using domestic objects […]
Venice Biennale 2026: A Preview of the National Pavilions
The 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia will be curated by Koyo Kouoh, Chief Curator of Zeitz MOCAA. The national pavilions will align with the main exhibition’s curatorial concept, to be unveiled in 2025. Here is a preliminary list of confirmed pavilions for the 2026 Venice Biennale. Taiwan Emerging artist Li Yi-Fan […]
Christie’s Los Angeles Presents Eye Contact: An Invitation to the Pinault Collection
At the same time as Frieze Los Angeles, Christie’s Los Angeles will present Eye Contact: An Invitation to the Pinault Collection, a non-selling portrait exhibition featuring 16 works by eight contemporary artists. The exhibition will feature works on loan from the Pinault collection. François Pinault’s remarkable collection of over 10,000 modern and contemporary works, spanning […]
London Underground Art 2025: Works by Öğüt, Denes, Pilgrim, and Loewe
Four contemporary artists—Ahmet Öğüt, Agnes Denes, Rory Pilgrim, and Rudy Loewe—will unveil new installations across London’s Tube network as part of the city’s long-standing “Art on the Underground” program. Since its inception in 2000, the initiative has aimed to make art more accessible while challenging traditional notions of exhibition spaces. This year’s commissions feature a […]
Iconic Works by Matisse, Derain, and Kahlo Now in the Public Domain
Each year, thousands of creative works lose their copyright protections and enter the public domain. In 2025, the works of renowned artists like Henri Matisse, Frida Kahlo, and André Derain, all of whom died in 1954, are joining the ever-growing commons. The transition every year allows artistic legacies to become more accessible to the public, […]
15 Museum Openings and Revamps to Watch in 2025
A wave of exciting museum openings and revitalizations is set to transform the cultural landscape in 2025. From the world’s first AI-driven museum to breathtaking architectural marvels, these 15 highlights offer fresh discoveries and immersive experiences guaranteed to captivate audiences worldwide. 1. Goodwood Art Foundation, Goodwood Estate (Sussex, UK) The works of leading international artists […]
Contemporary Art Trends in 2025: Identity, Climate Action, and Technology
In 2025, the art world is set to respond to changing global trajectory and emerging technologies. Bold experimentation and transformative dialogue will redefine contemporary art as artists explore personal narratives, social issues, environmental sustainability, and innovative tech tools. Personal Narratives and Underrepresented Voices 2025 promises to be one of profound uncertainties—a new economic cycle emerging, […]
Jeff Koons on AI: Protecting the Soul of Art
Jeff Koons opposes the use of artificial intelligence in art, arguing it lacks the personal and emotional depth of true creativity. For him, art is rooted in human intuition and engagement—qualities he believes machines cannot emulate. In his Guardian interview, Koons argues that technology should complement, not replace, the artist’s vision and emotional labor. He […]
2024 In Art: Highlights That Shaped the Year
In 2024, the art world navigated a landscape of bold innovation, sharp controversy, and shifting economics. From the urgency of environmental activism to groundbreaking auction records, art proved its role as both a mirror and a catalyst for change, reshaping the cultural narrative. Banksy’s New Murals Banksy’s London murals, “London Zoo” series, were unveiled in […]