Author: Sam Art

Kirandeep Grewal is an artist whose work embodies a beautiful blend of creative expression and community involvement. Her journey in the arts is marked by a genuine passion for storytelling, mentorship, and advocating for positive change. Grounded in her dedication to her community’s welfare, Grewal’s artistic path is a colorful tapestry woven with experiences of cultural immersion and personal introspection. At the National Folk Festival 2024 in Canberra, Grewal found a unique platform to showcase her talents. Amidst the vibrant atmosphere of music and art, she embarked on an exciting venture, painting live alongside the melodies that filled the air.…

Kirandeep Grewal, a multifaceted artist who seamlessly merges her craft with community engagement. Grewal isn’t just about creating art; she’s a storyteller, a mentor, and an advocate for social change. Her journey through the realm of art is a fusion of cultural immersion, introspective exploration, and a deep-rooted dedication to the well-being of her community. Kirandeep Grewal’s journey at the National Folk Festival 2024 in Canberra was nothing short of an artistic odyssey, marking a historic convergence of art and music. Across four enthralling events, she embraced the challenge of painting live amidst the melodic tapestry woven by talented musicians,…

Elaine Rosenberg, a resident of North Brunswick, NJ, is a master of the abstract, a virtuoso of mixed media, and a maestro of collage. Her art is a testament to the boundless possibilities of creativity and the beauty that arises from the fusion of disparate elements. Rosenberg’s journey into the world of art began at Kean University, where she embarked on her studies. However, it was the freedom granted by one great professor that ignited her passion for exploration and self-discovery. With boundless imagination and a penchant for experimentation, Rosenberg found her calling in the realm of collage and mixed…

The Venice Biennale arrives, returning for its 60th edition. Thousands of people will flock to the Italian city for the opening of one of the most prestigious events in the art world, barring a few interruptions, since 1895. When it closes at the end of November, more than 800,000 people are likely to have attended (if the year’s record figures past are some indication). Prizes will also be awarded and new stars in contemporary art will be identified. Although the Venice Biennale is one of the most well-known in the world, filled with a rich history and an attractive myth,…

Gala Čaki, hailing from Ečka, Serbia, emerged onto the artistic scene with an innate curiosity for the enigmatic realms of fantastic painting and ambient performance. Born on March 19, 1987, her journey commenced in her hometown and unfolded against the backdrop of Serbia’s rich cultural heritage. Educated in the vibrant city of Zrenjanin, Gala’s immersion in Serbia’s thriving arts scene undoubtedly shaped her artistic vision. This foundation propelled her towards the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad, where she earned dual Master Degrees in Painting and Drawing in 2011. Gala’s artwork, “Thinker,” rendered in oil on linen canvas, dimensions 200x140cm,…

Photography “turns the whole world into a graveyard,” wrote Susan Sontag. “Photographers, connoisseurs of beauty, are also, knowingly or unwittingly, the recording angels of death.”Sontag was writing a year before her book was published About Photography (1977), expanding the subject in what remains a key text on the environment and its influence on society. The words appeared in an essay to go with a book by a photographer little known beyond his bohemian circle of friends and acquaintances, the demi-monde of New York’s downtown scene in the mid-1970s. It was the only book the photographer published, 11 years before his…

Marina Chisty, a Russian-American artist currently based in the bustling metropolis of New York City, reflects the multifaceted nature of urban existence through her work. From an early age, Marina’s journey into the realm of art began in the nurturing environment of a children’s art school in Russia. It was here that she first discovered her innate talent and developed a deep appreciation for the expressive potential of abstract and figurative forms. Rooted in her Russian heritage, Marina’s artistic identity was shaped by an inclination towards abstraction and the symbolic use of color. Throughout her artistic evolution, Marina has remained…

Art is long, life is short warns the banner about Audrey Flack in his recent Self portrait with burning heart (2022). The formidable nineteen-year-old artist, whose artistic career and life have indeed been enviably long (especially compared to the multitude of abstract expressionists with whom she has already rolled), presents us with a Sacred Heart on fire. If one of his idols, Albrecht Dürer, could paint himself as Christ, then surely he can present himself as the Virgin Mary, as he does here with the Star of David pendant that symbolizes that he is also a Jewish mother. A crossed…

It might seem like gilding the lily to devote a two-part exhibition to a single historical event, and yet the result, “Paris 1874: Inventing Impressionism,” is a revelation. In it, the Musée d’Orsay presents a show about a show, specifically, the first Impressionist exhibition, which opened 150 years ago and started what we think of as modern art. The central exhibition, which commemorates the anniversary of that defining moment, is accompanied by a virtual reality component, the first time such a wide-ranging immersive technology has been used to enhance the experience of fine art. This side show, “Tonight with the…

David Reid, an Australian artist with over 30 years of experience, graduated from the University of New South Wales with a degree in Fine Arts. Reid’s work resonates with his deep engagement with the world, translating his experiences into captivating paintings. Drawing inspiration from luminaries of Australian Modernism like Ian Fairweather and Tony Tuckson, Reid’s artistic journey has been shaped by his collaborations with mentors such as John Olsen, John Firth-Smith, and Tim Storrier. However, it’s his profound connection with Chinese art that truly sets him apart. His fascination with Chinese culture, cultivated since his teenage years, has led to…