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Writing

Actually, that $1.4M 'blank' painting isn't a waste of time

The recent sale of Robert Ryman's seemingly blank painting highlights the ongoing debate over modern art's value and meaning.

Ryman's approach to art emphasized simplicity and direct engagement with the viewer, avoiding pretentiousness.

3 months ago

Writing

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in December

The concept of pretentiousness is challenged, revealing its classist roots and prompting more precise language for expressing artistic criticism.

fromDocument Journal

2 days ago

Everyday cooking

The Gospel of Cookie Mueller

Cookie Mueller's writings evoke a profound sense of survival and wonder, combining wit with deep insights on life.

London food

Champagne for my real friends!' Francis Bacon masterpiece escapes to the artist's old drinking den

Art coming alive reflects its dynamic power to engage and provoke emotions, as embodied in Bacon's poignant portrait of Peter Lacy.

fromCreative Bloq

Writing

Actually, that $1.4M 'blank' painting isn't a waste of time

The recent sale of Robert Ryman's seemingly blank painting highlights the ongoing debate over modern art's value and meaning.

Ryman's approach to art emphasized simplicity and direct engagement with the viewer, avoiding pretentiousness.

3 months ago

Writing

What we're reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in December

The concept of pretentiousness is challenged, revealing its classist roots and prompting more precise language for expressing artistic criticism.

fromDocument Journal

2 days ago

Everyday cooking

The Gospel of Cookie Mueller

Cookie Mueller's writings evoke a profound sense of survival and wonder, combining wit with deep insights on life.

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Arts

1 week ago

Marco Grassi, Who Brought Old Paintings Back to Life, Dies at 90

Marco Grassi, renowned art restorer and critic, passed away at 90, blending his heritage in restoration with a keen critical eye.

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Photography

Max Kozloff, Art Critic Who Became an Artist Himself, Dies at 91

Max Kozloff significantly influenced art criticism and photography, shaping understanding of post-Abstract Expressionism movements.

He argued that Abstract Expressionism ironically supported American political dominance.

Photography

Max Kozloff (1933-2025)

Max Kozloff, influential critic and art historian, died at 91, leaving a legacy of challenging traditional narratives in art history.

Photography

Max Kozloff, Art Critic Who Became an Artist Himself, Dies at 91

Max Kozloff significantly influenced art criticism and photography, shaping understanding of post-Abstract Expressionism movements.

He argued that Abstract Expressionism ironically supported American political dominance.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Photography

Max Kozloff (1933-2025)

Max Kozloff, influential critic and art historian, died at 91, leaving a legacy of challenging traditional narratives in art history.

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Arts

3 weeks ago

Did Thomas Kinkade secretly make good art? A new film investigates

Thomas Kinkade's art, while commercially successful, is critiqued for its quality, sparking debate about his true artistic legacy.

New York City

Weegee Pix End Up in Morgue!

Weegee was a groundbreaking street photographer known for his vivid depictions of urban life emergencies in New York City.

#contemporary-art

Writing

Walter Robinson (1950-2025)

Walter Robinson was a significant figure in the New York art scene, known for his distinctive art and critical voice.

8 months ago

Writing

JEREMY GILBERT-ROLFE (1945-2024)

Jeremy Gilbert-Rolfe, an influential artist and critic, passed away at 79, leaving a legacy in modern art and cultural discourse.

Writing

Walter Robinson (1950-2025)

Walter Robinson was a significant figure in the New York art scene, known for his distinctive art and critical voice.

8 months ago

Writing

JEREMY GILBERT-ROLFE (1945-2024)

Jeremy Gilbert-Rolfe, an influential artist and critic, passed away at 79, leaving a legacy in modern art and cultural discourse.

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3 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Amazon Mocked for Slapping AI-Generated Poster on Beloved 1922 Film "Nosferatu"

Amazon Prime Video's AI-generated poster for "Nosferatu" provokes backlash for undermining human artistry and quality in film promotion.

Design

How a Forgotten TV Show Forever Changed the Way We Look at Art

The evolution of modern art reflects societal fears and has increasingly been mediated by technology, impacting public engagement with artistic expression.

fromBig Think

Writing

Everyday Philosophy: If beauty is subjective, is "Shawshank Redemption" no better than "Sausage Party"?

Beauty is subjective, yet discussions on art's quality can lead to a universal understanding.

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Writing

Caspar David Friedrich: the racked Romantic painter who inspired Beckett and Bambi

Friedrich's 'Monk By the Sea' represents a turning point in Romantic art and explores themes of existentialism and abstraction.

fromMiami Herald

5 months ago

Miami Heat

'A misunderstanding': Dwyane Wade statue artist breaks his silence after backlash

The Dwyane Wade statue's likeness was criticized, sparking memes and comments from fans claiming it doesn't resemble the basketball star.

fromVulture

6 months ago

Writing

Gary Indiana's Exuberant Venom

Gary Indiana, a cultural critic and novelist, profoundly influenced American literary and art landscapes with his acerbic insights over a 40-year career.

6 months ago

Writing

Frieze, UK critics The White Pube, Giuseppe Penone and Arte Povera - podcast

Frieze London aims to rejuvenate itself for 2024 amidst rising competition from Art Basel Paris.