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Duchamp's Readymades Return

Duchamp's Readymades Return

MoMA's first major retrospective since 1973 challenges what we call art; in itself a dry, wispy notion often accompanied by an obligatory manifesto that may justify what can sometimes resemble ' a pile of crap on the floor' ... or a urinal.

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When universities treat art like ATMs
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When universities treat art like ATMs

Valparaiso University’s plan to sell masterpieces for dorms reveals a crisis in values. For students and communities relying on these galleries as cultural and teaching resources, the move is more than a transaction; it’s a betrayal of trust and a narrowing of educational vision.

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Blow & Epoch: A Dialogue in Art at the Lyon Housemuseum
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Blow & Epoch: A Dialogue in Art at the Lyon Housemuseum

Step into the Lyon Housemuseum for a unique exhibition featuring Christopher Langton's bold sculptures and Ry David Bradley's hybrid paintings. Explore how these Australian artists challenge perceptions of reality and art, all within a visionary home turned public gallery.

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Still Life Reimagined at the STILL Award 2025

Still Life Reimagined at the STILL Award 2025

The art world is abuzz with the STILL: National Still Life Award 2025. This prestigious prize, hosted by Yarrila Arts and Museum, showcases how artists are radically reinventing still life.

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The Unfurling Triumph of Bronwyn Oliver's 'Tide'

The Unfurling Triumph of Bronwyn Oliver's 'Tide'

Bronwyn Oliver's magnificent 'Tide' just set a new record for Australian sculpture, selling for $1.25M This powerful work, once gracing Sydney's Quay restaurant, affirms Oliver's enduring legacy as a visionary artist.

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Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention

Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention

We visited North Carolina's Museum of Art in April 2025, where we interviewed Jared Ledesma, Curator of 20th-Century Art and Contemporary Art, about his exhibition "Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention."

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Allan Mitelman's resonance of surface

Allan Mitelman's resonance of surface

Allan Mitelman’s abstract art explores texture, colour, and surface through paintings, drawings, and printmaking. His nuanced, non-figurative works encourage contemplation without narrative constraint.

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Artistic Freedom Triumphs

Artistic Freedom Triumphs

Monash University reinstates Khaled Sabsabi’s exhibition, Stolon Press: Flat Earth, celebrating artistic freedom. Featuring calligraphy with Lebanese coffee, the show reflects Sabsabi’s experiences during Lebanon's civil war, amidst broader political dialogues.

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Frida Kahlo: More than a portrait

Frida Kahlo: More than a portrait

Frida Kahlo's life and legacy unfold in a powerful new exhibition at the Bendigo Art Gallery. "In Her Own Image" reveals how Kahlo transformed pain into creative power through fashion, photography, and fiercely personal artworks.

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Algorithms, Aesthetics, and Authorship

Algorithms, Aesthetics, and Authorship

Generative AI is transforming contemporary art, with pioneers like Mario Klingemann and Refik Anadol using algorithms to create immersive, thought-provoking works. These practices challenge traditional ideas of authorship, creativity, and the role of technology in art.

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