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Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
22 hours ago

This Renter Gave a Small 1950s Seattle Apartment a Maximalist, "Dark Academia" Makeover

Ren Riley transformed her 600-square-foot apartment into a reflection of her artistic vision, inspired by a childhood literary influence.
The aesthetic blends antique and modern influences, creating a dark academic atmosphere with a unique color scheme.
#music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alabaster DePlume: A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

Alabaster DePlume's seventh album, A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole, centers on healing and self-acceptance, inviting listeners to embrace courage and expressiveness.
Music
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 month ago

Video Premiere: BED - throat - KALTBLUT Magazine

The debut single "Throat" from BED showcases the emotional turbulence of adolescence through a unique soundscape and poignant imagery.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

From Chris Isaak to Karen O, David Lynch's musical collaborators recount his strange, sonic mysticism

David Lynch profoundly integrated music into his artistic expression, reflecting his lifelong passion for sound and its emotional depth.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
Music

Singer Miya Folick is not here to stay in her lane

Miya Folick's latest album "Erotica Veronica" reflects her transformative journey toward honesty and artistic exploration through music.
fromAnOther
3 weeks ago
NYC music

50 Questions With Perfume Genius

Mike Hadreas' new album expands on themes of grief and identity through vivid narratives and collaboration with a band.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago
Music

Jeff Bridges Is Digging It

Jeff Bridges's garage symbolizes his creative spirit and connection to art.
He released 'Slow Magic, 1977-1978,' featuring unique collaboration and storytelling.
The album combines nostalgia with innovative musical narratives.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alabaster DePlume: A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

Alabaster DePlume's seventh album, A Blade Because a Blade Is Whole, centers on healing and self-acceptance, inviting listeners to embrace courage and expressiveness.
Music
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 month ago

Video Premiere: BED - throat - KALTBLUT Magazine

The debut single "Throat" from BED showcases the emotional turbulence of adolescence through a unique soundscape and poignant imagery.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

From Chris Isaak to Karen O, David Lynch's musical collaborators recount his strange, sonic mysticism

David Lynch profoundly integrated music into his artistic expression, reflecting his lifelong passion for sound and its emotional depth.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
Music

Singer Miya Folick is not here to stay in her lane

Miya Folick's latest album "Erotica Veronica" reflects her transformative journey toward honesty and artistic exploration through music.
fromAnOther
3 weeks ago
NYC music

50 Questions With Perfume Genius

Mike Hadreas' new album expands on themes of grief and identity through vivid narratives and collaboration with a band.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago
Music

Jeff Bridges Is Digging It

Jeff Bridges's garage symbolizes his creative spirit and connection to art.
He released 'Slow Magic, 1977-1978,' featuring unique collaboration and storytelling.
The album combines nostalgia with innovative musical narratives.
more#music
#censorship
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Film

After Berlinale success, Iranian director duo land in court DW 02/14/2025

'My Favorite Cake' challenges Iranian censorship, resulting in filmmakers facing legal actions for promoting themes of love and freedom.
fromVulture
2 days ago
Media industry

Paramount+ Denies Nothing About Nathan Fielder's Rehearsal

Nathan Fielder explores the link between communication failures in aviation and personal experiences of censorship regarding antisemitism in art.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Life classes: is it time to draw a line under nude modelling?

Life drawing is under threat due to complaints about nudity, reflecting a clash between artistic expression and societal sensitivities.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Film

After Berlinale success, Iranian director duo land in court DW 02/14/2025

'My Favorite Cake' challenges Iranian censorship, resulting in filmmakers facing legal actions for promoting themes of love and freedom.
fromVulture
2 days ago
Media industry

Paramount+ Denies Nothing About Nathan Fielder's Rehearsal

Nathan Fielder explores the link between communication failures in aviation and personal experiences of censorship regarding antisemitism in art.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Life classes: is it time to draw a line under nude modelling?

Life drawing is under threat due to complaints about nudity, reflecting a clash between artistic expression and societal sensitivities.
more#censorship
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
2 days ago

Graphic artist Typon creates rigorous works that are rich in rhythm and character

Ikuo Ueda, known as Typon, merges Constructivism and Bauhaus, embodying a nostalgic future in his artwork.
#dance
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago
San Francisco

Detained Chinese immigrants carved their anguish into a wall a century ago. Those words inspired a ballet

The Oakland Ballet's performance highlights historical injustices faced by immigrants detained on Angel Island through dance and poetry.
from48 hills
1 week ago
SF LGBT

A Smuin season shaped by DJ playlists, sexy sculpture, drag queen fame - 48 hills

Smuin Ballet's upcoming spring season program explores the theme of love through various choreographers and historical contexts.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 months ago
Portland

DanceWatch: Flights of February fancy * Oregon ArtsWatch

Experiencing transformative art challenges one's perspectives, merging the familiar with the profound.
Dance performances in February reflect themes of mortality and renewal.
San Francisco
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Detained Chinese immigrants carved their anguish into a wall a century ago. Those words inspired a ballet

The Oakland Ballet's performance highlights historical injustices faced by immigrants detained on Angel Island through dance and poetry.
from48 hills
1 week ago
SF LGBT

A Smuin season shaped by DJ playlists, sexy sculpture, drag queen fame - 48 hills

Smuin Ballet's upcoming spring season program explores the theme of love through various choreographers and historical contexts.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 months ago
Portland

DanceWatch: Flights of February fancy * Oregon ArtsWatch

Experiencing transformative art challenges one's perspectives, merging the familiar with the profound.
Dance performances in February reflect themes of mortality and renewal.
more#dance
#video-games
fromCreative Bloq
4 days ago
Graphic design

Maksym Haydar's 'Memories' feels like a scene lifted from a graphic novel - rich with depth, detail and storytelling

Maksym Haydar's 'Memories' explores themes of liberation through a 3D art representation of a chained performer's escape from a water tank.
fromPolygon
2 months ago
Video games

This ultraviolent indie game would have pissed off Congress in the 1990s

Butcher's Creek is a provocative game exploring themes of nihilism and violence in a world stripped of heroes, aimed at a niche audience.
fromCreative Bloq
4 days ago
Graphic design

Maksym Haydar's 'Memories' feels like a scene lifted from a graphic novel - rich with depth, detail and storytelling

Maksym Haydar's 'Memories' explores themes of liberation through a 3D art representation of a chained performer's escape from a water tank.
fromPolygon
2 months ago
Video games

This ultraviolent indie game would have pissed off Congress in the 1990s

Butcher's Creek is a provocative game exploring themes of nihilism and violence in a world stripped of heroes, aimed at a niche audience.
more#video-games
Independent films
fromIndieWire
6 days ago

Seattle International Film Festival Announces 2025 Lineup with 'Four Mothers,' 'Sorry, Baby,' and More

SIFF 2025 emphasizes discovery and diversity in film programming, showcasing 245 films from 74 countries amid potential threats to artistic expression.
#creativity
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Writing

Cecily Brennan: 'It was a scandal. Our household was upended. When the college refused to allow her to bring the baby into her studio, there were headlines'

Cecily Brennan reflects on the challenges of female artists in Ireland and her personal journey towards artistic expression.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
2 months ago
Design

Alexis Mabille Haute Couture S/S25: An Invitation to Elegance

The Haute Couture SS25 collection by Alexis Mabille celebrates individuality and creativity, showcasing diverse silhouettes that reflect personal identities.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

The Balloon Banksy': Meet Joel Klein, who has been delighting Tribeca with a twist of balloon art | amNewYork

Joel Klein spreads joy through balloon art in his neighborhood, offering whimsical sculptures daily.
Known as 'The Balloon Banksy', Klein uses his craft to promote kindness and positivity.
fromAnOther
3 months ago
Design

In Pictures: John Alexander Skelton's Warm Welcome to Spring

John Alexander Skelton prioritizes personal expression in his fashion design, rejecting labels like 'nostalgia' or 'heritage'.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Writing

Cecily Brennan: 'It was a scandal. Our household was upended. When the college refused to allow her to bring the baby into her studio, there were headlines'

Cecily Brennan reflects on the challenges of female artists in Ireland and her personal journey towards artistic expression.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
2 months ago
Design

Alexis Mabille Haute Couture S/S25: An Invitation to Elegance

The Haute Couture SS25 collection by Alexis Mabille celebrates individuality and creativity, showcasing diverse silhouettes that reflect personal identities.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

The Balloon Banksy': Meet Joel Klein, who has been delighting Tribeca with a twist of balloon art | amNewYork

Joel Klein spreads joy through balloon art in his neighborhood, offering whimsical sculptures daily.
Known as 'The Balloon Banksy', Klein uses his craft to promote kindness and positivity.
fromAnOther
3 months ago
Design

In Pictures: John Alexander Skelton's Warm Welcome to Spring

John Alexander Skelton prioritizes personal expression in his fashion design, rejecting labels like 'nostalgia' or 'heritage'.
more#creativity
#contemporary-art
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Arts

Videotape sculptures and wartime paintings among Turner prize shortlist

Diverse artists shortlisted for the Turner Prize reflect contemporary issues and personal narratives through innovative mediums.
fromColossal
1 week ago
Arts

Monumental Murals by Agostino Iacurci Vibrantly Reimagine Urban Facades

Agostino Iacurci transforms urban environments with vibrant murals featuring bold colors and playful patterns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Arts

Videotape sculptures and wartime paintings among Turner prize shortlist

Diverse artists shortlisted for the Turner Prize reflect contemporary issues and personal narratives through innovative mediums.
fromColossal
1 week ago
Arts

Monumental Murals by Agostino Iacurci Vibrantly Reimagine Urban Facades

Agostino Iacurci transforms urban environments with vibrant murals featuring bold colors and playful patterns.
more#contemporary-art
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Touching the soul is all that matters!' The outrageous genius of Barrie Kosky and his Wagner phantasmagoria

Barrie Kosky sees all forms of art as interconnected and believes the emotional impact is what truly matters in performance.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago
Writing

Fertile Ground wrap-up: Four shows from a vibrant festival * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Fertile Ground festival showcases a diverse lineup of performances that complement each other, emphasizing the richness of artistic choices.
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Beyonce Wore Gold Lingerie & A Breastplate In Her New Perfume Ad

Beyoncé showcases her creativity and commitment through bold aesthetics in her fragrance campaign for CÉ LUMIÈRE.
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Inside SSSTUFFF's World: Where Creativity Meets Interactive Fashion | stupidDOPE

SSSTUFFF redefines streetwear as an art form, focusing on creativity and expression over exclusivity.
Founded by creative partners with diverse backgrounds, the brand sources inspiration from everyday objects and chaos.
Fashion & style
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
4 weeks ago

Queermaids

Queermaids represents a celebration of artistic freedom and identity in fashion, promoting self-expression.
The collection combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative designs, emphasizing the fluidity of identity.
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 week ago
Fashion & style

Moth Couture - A Fusion of Latex and Lace Knit. - KALTBLUT Magazine

Maria Encke merges sustainability and individuality in her Moth Couture, redefining latex fashion with elegance while challenging traditional norms in Berlin's art scene.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Beyonce Wore Gold Lingerie & A Breastplate In Her New Perfume Ad

Beyoncé showcases her creativity and commitment through bold aesthetics in her fragrance campaign for CÉ LUMIÈRE.
Fashion & style
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Inside SSSTUFFF's World: Where Creativity Meets Interactive Fashion | stupidDOPE

SSSTUFFF redefines streetwear as an art form, focusing on creativity and expression over exclusivity.
Founded by creative partners with diverse backgrounds, the brand sources inspiration from everyday objects and chaos.
Fashion & style
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
4 weeks ago

Queermaids

Queermaids represents a celebration of artistic freedom and identity in fashion, promoting self-expression.
The collection combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative designs, emphasizing the fluidity of identity.
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 week ago
Fashion & style

Moth Couture - A Fusion of Latex and Lace Knit. - KALTBLUT Magazine

Maria Encke merges sustainability and individuality in her Moth Couture, redefining latex fashion with elegance while challenging traditional norms in Berlin's art scene.
more#fashion
Arts
fromBOOOOOOOM!
1 week ago

Artist Spotlight: Nikolas Antoniou

Nikolas Antoniou's art explores the human figure and abstract landscapes, reflecting his quest for balance and meaning in life.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How R. Crumb Tapped Into America's Screwy Id

R. Crumb's provocative artwork reveals deeper societal themes and personal kinks, challenging viewers to confront their own desires.
fromstupidDOPE
2 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Malbon Golf and Futura Laboratories Fuse Art and Sport in Collaborative Capsule | stupidDOPE

Malbon Golf and Futura Laboratories redefine golf apparel by merging performance with street culture and artistic expression.
#performance-art
fromDocument Journal
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Scene report: Performance Space New York's 2025 Gala was a 'space for everyone'

The 2025 Performance Space Gala celebrated 45 years of experimental arts, honoring icons like Yoko Ono and Fran Lebowitz with eclectic performances.
fromFuncheap
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

"Self-Brainwashing" Wild Immersive Foam Art Experience (Jan. 17 - Feb. 8)

Self-Brainwashing is an immersive performance redefining participant engagement with reality through a sensory foam experience.
fromDocument Journal
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Scene report: Performance Space New York's 2025 Gala was a 'space for everyone'

The 2025 Performance Space Gala celebrated 45 years of experimental arts, honoring icons like Yoko Ono and Fran Lebowitz with eclectic performances.
fromFuncheap
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

"Self-Brainwashing" Wild Immersive Foam Art Experience (Jan. 17 - Feb. 8)

Self-Brainwashing is an immersive performance redefining participant engagement with reality through a sensory foam experience.
more#performance-art
Everyday cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

My brain reaches for morbidity': inside the unsettling world (and 700 Post-it notes) of artist Ed Atkins

Ed Atkins explores death through his emotional and immersive digital art, deeply influenced by the loss of his father.
Film
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Academy apologizes for muted response to Palestinian director's assault

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences apologized for its inadequate response to violence against filmmaker Hamdan Ballal.
fromBKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Battle in the Apple 2025 Crowns Top Youth Performers in Brooklyn

The Battle in the Apple event showcases youth talent through diverse performances, drawing over 8,000 spectators and highlighting community and creativity.
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago
Berlin music

At Oregon Ballet Theatre, a New Take on Marilyn Monroe

Kim Kardashian's wearing of Marilyn Monroe's iconic dress sparked a new ballet exploring Monroe's life and quest for love.
Los Angeles
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

The Hollywood Sign: a problematic symbol of fantasy and exclusion

The Hollywood Sign represents both aspiration and the darker aspects of American history, making it a site for artistic expression and political statements.
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
Independent films

SXSW Film Festival 2025: 42nd Street, The Spies Among Us, Make It Look Real | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Documentaries at SXSW range from thrilling to educational, providing enlightening perspectives from the artists and communities they represent.
#photography
fromDocument Journal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adam Friedlander's 'As the Crow Flies' explores the emotional weight of Scottish landscapes

Photographer Adam Friedlander's new series emphasizes motion and personal emotion in landscape photography, capturing the essence of fleeting moments.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Photography

Celebrating the riders who keep their small Peruvian island on the map and on the move

Diego aims to create lasting images that capture the unique beauty and stories of island bikers, fostering connection and community.
fromDocument Journal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adam Friedlander's 'As the Crow Flies' explores the emotional weight of Scottish landscapes

Photographer Adam Friedlander's new series emphasizes motion and personal emotion in landscape photography, capturing the essence of fleeting moments.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Photography

Celebrating the riders who keep their small Peruvian island on the map and on the move

Diego aims to create lasting images that capture the unique beauty and stories of island bikers, fostering connection and community.
more#photography
#cultural-heritage
Arts
fromColossal
1 month ago

This April, Thousands of Kites will Paint the Sky for an International Festival of Flight

The Artenvento kite festival emphasizes solidarity and peace, celebrating 45 years of creativity.
Kadek Armika showcases Balinese traditions at a global kite festival.
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

For These Creatives, Altars Are the Heart of Their Homes

Home altars serve as personal spaces for grounding, healing, and inspiration, evolving with individual experiences and emotions.
Arts
fromColossal
1 month ago

This April, Thousands of Kites will Paint the Sky for an International Festival of Flight

The Artenvento kite festival emphasizes solidarity and peace, celebrating 45 years of creativity.
Kadek Armika showcases Balinese traditions at a global kite festival.
fromArchitectural Digest
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

For These Creatives, Altars Are the Heart of Their Homes

Home altars serve as personal spaces for grounding, healing, and inspiration, evolving with individual experiences and emotions.
more#cultural-heritage
#fashion-photography
more#fashion-photography
NYC LGBT
fromKqed
1 month ago

Arts Groups Sue NEA for New 'Gender Ideology'-Related Grant Restrictions

The NEA's prohibition on 'gender ideology' grants is unconstitutional, undermining artistic expression and harming LGBTQ+ organizations seeking funding.
#mental-health
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago
Arts

US Navy veteran Steve Kost, of Palos Park, Illinois, creates scrap metal art through his brand, Metal Health Artwork

Steve Kost is a combat veteran and scrap metal artist advocating for veterans through his artwork.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lena Guberman's Emotive Sculptures Call Upon Childhood Social Anxiety

Lena Guberman's INS_IDE_OUT sculptures explore childhood social anxiety through evocative ceramic representations.
Arts
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

US Navy veteran Steve Kost, of Palos Park, Illinois, creates scrap metal art through his brand, Metal Health Artwork

Steve Kost is a combat veteran and scrap metal artist advocating for veterans through his artwork.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lena Guberman's Emotive Sculptures Call Upon Childhood Social Anxiety

Lena Guberman's INS_IDE_OUT sculptures explore childhood social anxiety through evocative ceramic representations.
more#mental-health
Brooklyn
fromEater NY
2 months ago

Hannibal Buress Is Opening a Comedy Venue in the Old Knitting Factory

Hannibal Buress is opening Isola Brooklyn, a new performance venue, on March 9, 2024, reviving his stand-up series previously held at the Knitting Factory.
Black Lives Matter
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Damon Locks: List of Demands

Damon Locks connects contemporary artistic expression in prisons to civil rights history through music, samples, and advocacy for incarcerated artists.
Typography
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

Creative agency gets revenge on vandals... with a font

DUDE London creatively transformed their graffiti into a free downloadable font, turning a negative experience into a positive, community-focused project.
#kennedy-center
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump's Revenge Now Includes His Takeover of the Kennedy Center

Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Center signifies a shift in Washington's cultural landscape and artistic expression.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

New board elects President Trump chair of Kennedy Center

Trump elected as Chairman of the Kennedy Center Board, highlighting a significant shift in leadership.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump's Revenge Now Includes His Takeover of the Kennedy Center

Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Center signifies a shift in Washington's cultural landscape and artistic expression.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

New board elects President Trump chair of Kennedy Center

Trump elected as Chairman of the Kennedy Center Board, highlighting a significant shift in leadership.
more#kennedy-center
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago
Graphic design

Matt Bua's "B-Home" in Catskill: A One-of-a-Kind Off-Grid Creative Haven Hits the Market | stupidDOPE

B-Home is an artistic sanctuary combining sustainability and creativity, now for sale as a unique opportunity.
The project showcases how alternative living and artistic expression can redefine architecture.
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Elizabeth Goodspeed on what happens when we treat the past like a stock library

Copyright law is complex and often favors corporations over individual artists.
fromAnOther
2 months ago
Berlin

Passion and Politics: The Best of Berlin Fashion Week

Berlin Fashion Week showcases emerging designers in creative ways, emphasizing sustainability, community, and strong state support.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Rutherford Chang, Who Turned Collections Into Art, Dies at 45

Rutherford Chang was a conceptual artist known for playful and innovative projects that explored themes of value and creativity.
fromdesignyoutrust.com
2 months ago
Writing

Octopus in the Sky: Superb Dark Concept Illustrations by Demiurge Ash

An artist has monetized his murals by integrating Bitcoin QR codes, earning $1000 through innovative street art.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

People don't want choreography they want human beings': Pina Bausch's son on her legacy

Pina Bausch emphasized the interplay of personal loss and new life in her art during her Kyoto Prize acceptance speech.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Weather Station: Humanhood

The Weather Station's 'Humanhood' explores personal trauma and environmental crisis through immersive music, reflecting the potential for rebuilding after destruction.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

South Asian Sounds Festival announces south east London return with acts named

The South Asian Sounds Festival 2025 at Southbank Centre will highlight diverse traditional music from South Asia and UK artists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Mark Kermode on David Lynch, a one-off visionary who was also incredibly funny

David Lynch emphasized the importance of understanding suffering for artistic expression rather than personal suffering.
Film
fromIndieWire
3 months ago

'Zodiac Killer Project' Review: A Filmmaker Imagines the Movie They Weren't Allowed to Make in Wry Critique of True-Crime Genre

Jafar Panahi's 'This Is Not a Film' artfully critiques totalitarianism while demonstrating cinema's emotive power, even from the confines of house arrest.
Writing
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Steven Soderbergh's Presence Is Low-Key Horror with a Big Impact

Negative space is vital in filmmaking, influencing audience engagement and storytelling.
Soderbergh's versatility allows him to experiment without fear of failure, often leading to innovative results.
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