The most beautiful Parisian museum terraces to enjoy the sunny days

Les plus belles terrasses de musées parisiens pour profiter des beaux jours

Beaux Arts Magazine has published a guide to the best museum terraces in Paris for enjoying the sunny days of spring and summer. The article highlights five standout spots: Rose Bakery at the Musée de la Vie romantique, Joli at the Musée Carnavalet, the Grand Café at the Grand Palais, Corail at the Musée d'Art moderne, and Sama at the Institut du monde arabe. Each terrace is described for its unique atmosphere, from the bucolic garden of the Musée de la Vie romantique to the spectacular colonnade of the Grand Palais, with details on chefs, menus, and seasonal highlights.

Fairfield University Art Museum invites readers to private tour

Fairfield University Art Museum is offering an exclusive private tour to readers, as reported by the Westport Journal. The event provides a behind-the-scenes look at the museum's collections and exhibitions, allowing attendees to engage directly with curators and artworks in an intimate setting.

Final proposals for Billie Holiday monument in New York City revealed

The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs has selected six finalist proposals for a monument to jazz singer Billie Holiday in Queens, where she once lived and performed. The finalists—all Black artists from around the world—include Tavares Strachan, La Vaughn Belle, Tanda Francis, Nikesha Breeze, Thomas J Price, and Nekisha Durrett. Their designs range from realistic to abstract, with some focusing on Holiday's expressive face, her signature gardenia, or symbolic forms. The winning project will be announced this summer and installed near the Jamaica Performing Arts Center (JPAC).

Pajaro Valley student art exhibit showcases artistic skills of all grade levels

The Pajaro Valley Unified School District held an opening ceremony for its Annual Art Exhibition at the Watsonville Civic Plaza, showcasing hundreds of works by students from transitional kindergarten through high school seniors. The exhibition, which will remain on display for up to a year, features a variety of media including watercolors, charcoal drawings, photographs, collages, and mixed media, with subjects ranging from local landmarks to portraits of Frida Kahlo and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Art teachers like Itzel Vega of Landmark Elementary School collaborated to curate projects that represent each school, highlighting student creativity and problem-solving, such as first grader Aleyda Carrillo's collage of a crowned brontosaurus.

Winkler students prove creativity is alive and well at annual high school art show

The Winkler Arts and Culture High School Art Show is currently on display from May 14 to June 6, featuring works by students from Northlands Parkway Collegiate (NPC) and Garden Valley Collegiate (GVC) in the Pembina Valley. The exhibit includes a wide range of media—paintings, pottery, pencil drawings, and mixed-media projects—with standout pieces like Grade 9 student Dylan Morgan's detailed portrait of Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu. Program coordinator Katie Bueckert emphasizes the show's role in showcasing young talent and giving students their first gallery experience.

New South County Art Association exhibit has familiar faces

The South County Art Association in Kingston, Rhode Island, is presenting a new Members Invitational exhibition that includes artwork from six artist members, as well as pieces by the organization's staff and Board of Directors. This marks the first time the association has combined a staff and board show with the member exhibition. The article highlights a stoneware chess set by artist Jason Fong, photographed by Michael Derr, as an example of the works on display.

Small Works Exhibition Opening at North Fork Arts Center

The North Fork Arts Center is opening a new exhibition titled "Small Works" on May 23, 2026, featuring five local artists: Virginia Cava, Delia Reiss, Debra Riva, Hilary North, and Gerard Lehner. The show includes small framed works in various media such as collage, linoleum cut prints, etchings, monoprints, and acrylic paintings, and will run through June 8th.

AP Art Student Nina Belford's Drawings Provide One of the Highlights of the Chatham School District's Annual Art Show

Nina Belford, an AP Art student, created standout drawings that were featured as a highlight of the Chatham School District's Annual Art Show. The event showcased student artwork from across the district, with Belford's pieces drawing particular attention for their technical skill and creativity.

Gallery Opening: Art Youth Expo 15 | Hazleton, PA | NEPA Events

The Hazleton Art League in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, will host the Gallery Opening for Art Youth Expo 15 on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This annual arts competition showcases work from local emerging artists aged 13 to 30, offering them a platform to display their creativity and gain community recognition. The opening reception includes light refreshments and is free to attend.