Author: Sam Art
Art Basel’s hometown fair will return in June with 287 participating galleries, 22 of which will be participating for the first time. It will be the first edition of Art Basel in Basel (June 11-16) directed by Maike Cruse, who joined as director of the exhibition last July. In addition to new leadership, the fair will also have a reimagined public sector, with its Parcours programming focused on a single track and overseen by a new curator.The fair’s 287 exhibitors this year are firmly in line with its 285 entrants in 2023 and 289 in 2022. The first 22 exhibitors…
A faded fresco by 13th-century artist Cimabue that survived a deadly earthquake 25 years ago has returned to its original glory after a €300,000 restoration funded by luxury car maker Ferrari. Located in the right transept of the Lower Church of the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, a lavishly decorated pilgrimage site in the shadowy city of Assisi, the newly restored work will be officially opened on February 16 following a year-long restoration.That of Cimabue Virgin enthroned with the Child, Four Angels and Saint Francis (circa 1285-88)—also known as the Majesty of Assisi—represents the Virgin Mary with the child…
Gary Stewart, an artist born and raised in the UK, navigates the intricate landscapes of origin and identity through his thought-provoking creations. Stewart’s work, as he puts it, employs a diverse range of approaches and materials, incorporating allegory, metaphor, and archetype to initiate a dialogue about how we perceive ourselves, others, and the world around us. In his latest series titled “Urban Tapestry,” Stewart delves into the essence of human identity and potentiality using the timeless medium of myth and archetype. One notable piece from this series, created in 2024 as a digital image, presents a captivating exploration of humanity’s…
Jean-Michel Basquiat’s paintings in Los Angeles will go on display at the Gagosian this spring, marking the first exhibition to focus solely on Basquiat’s time in California. The “Made on Market Street” exhibition, curated by Fred Hoffman (who worked closely with Basquiat at the time) and Larry Gagosian, is scheduled from March 7 to June 1 and will feature nearly thirty works created between November 1982 and May of 1984. Gagosian’s connection with Basquiat began in 1981, leading to the New York artist’s inaugural exhibition at the Larry Gagosian Gallery in April 1982, the first time his work was shown…
Amid the tranquil landscapes of Bakhmaro, Georgia, photographer Stephan Zirwes captures the essence of serenity. The “Bakhmaro Huts” series, originating in the spring of 2023, whisks us away to a mystical wonderland where simplicity harmonizes with the pristine beauty of untouched snow. Through these minimalist compositions, Zirwes extends an invitation to escape the bustle of city life, providing a zen-like experience that brings solace to the restless mind. Stephan Zirwes, a name synonymous with artistic brilliance, has once again left the world in awe with his latest works. His new collection, featuring stunning images of tree landscapes at night, is…
In 2013, Andy Warhol Silver Car Crash (Double Disaster), a 1963 painting depicting an image of a bloody accident printed many times, sold at Sotheby’s for $104.5 million, making it the most expensive work by the Pop artist ever to be auctioned. But in an alternate world, that painting—or a version of it, anyway—sold for $106 million during a silent auction that was intercepted by two undercover spies. That alternate world is portrayed Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Amazon’s new TV series about an arranged espionage marriage between two employees of a shadowy organization. The titular couple, played by Donald Glover…
Clint Anthony is a Visual Artist renowned for his expertise in Abstract, Modern, and Graphic Design. With a background steeped in the vibrant art scene of New York City, spanning over two decades from 1996 to 2017, Anthony’s work is imbued with the energy and diversity of the metropolis. During his time in NYC, he collaborated on various art exhibitions, at The Gershwin Hotel, and delved into the realms of video and photography, enriching his artistic palette. Anthony’s artistic journey was further shaped by his studies at The Studio House, where he honed his skills in abstract painting, color theory,…
David Burch‘s artistic journey is as intriguing as his vibrant and expressive paintings. Born and raised in Alberta, Canada, Burch’s story takes unexpected turns, leading him from a career in sociology to becoming an abstract expressionist painter. In 1967, at the age of 23, Burch earned his second Degree, First Class Honours in Sociology, from the University of Calgary. Subsequently, he packed his bags and ventured eastward to Toronto, where he spent 28 years of his life. Little did he know that this move would mark the beginning of his transformation into an art collector and later, a seasoned painter.…
Editor’s note: This story originally appeared on On Balance, to ARTnews newsletter on the art market and beyond. Sign up here to receive it every Wednesday. Artist and publisher Corina Larkin it’s been a while since he looked Ted Berger, executive director emeritus of the New York Foundation for the Arts, as a mentor. For years, she consulted Berger, once called the “angel on the shoulders of thousands of struggling artists” by New York Times—about how to finance artist-led projects. During her tenure as executive director of Chelsea’s CUE Art Foundation, Larkin and Berger, who serves as CUE’s board chair,…
Vicky Tsalamata, an artist hailing from Athens, Greece, has recently unveiled her captivating new artwork titled “Dreamland.” This series of 12 lithographs, crafted using the Algraphy method and printed on an etching press, is a profound commentary on the human condition, both past and present, highlighting the sense of unfreedom and isolation prevalent in contemporary society. What sets “Dreamland” apart is not only its thematic depth but also the intricate process behind its creation. Tsalamata embarked on a month-long residency at the prestigious Printmaking Studio in Dresden, Germany, known as “Dresden Grafikwerkstatt.” It was within this vibrant artistic environment that…