Children From Local Schools Bring St Brendan To Life In Exhibition At Kerry County Museum

Children from four local primary schools along the St Brendan Way—Ardfert NS, St Brendan’s Fenit, Spa NS, and Scoil Naomh Eirc Kilmoyley—have created a collaborative art exhibition titled 'Colour Me Brendan' at Kerry County Museum. Led by artist Amanda Bentley-Curran, the project began in March and features colorful collages and paper-mâché displays reimagining the life and adventures of St Brendan the Navigator. The exhibition runs until June 9 and was funded by Creative Ireland and Kerry County Arts Office.

He can’t speak, so his art does it for him — Nonverbal Bethesda artist debuts expressive artwork

Charles Lunn, a 35-year-old nonverbal autistic artist from Bethesda, Maryland, will debut his exhibition "Nonsense & Hopeful Songs: My Inner Fight to be Heard" at Lost Origins Gallery in Mount Pleasant, Washington, D.C. The show features his paintings and poetry, which serve as his primary means of communication. Lunn's mother, Lorie Peters-Lauthier, explains that his art allows him to express emotions and social commentary that his body cannot verbalize due to a brain-body disconnect.

Under Water, We Who Are Deaf Are Freer

"Unter Wasser sind wir Gehörlosen freier"

Artists Bogna Burska and Daniel Kotowski have been selected to represent Poland at the upcoming Venice Biennale with their collaborative project, "Liquid Tongues." The exhibition features elaborate video works that draw parallels between the ancient, complex vocalizations of whales and the visual communication of sign language. By filming underwater, the duo explores an environment where the traditional sensory advantages of hearing people are neutralized, and the gestural fluency of the Deaf community becomes a primary mode of connection.

Spring Festival cultural event held in E China's Zhejiang

A Spring Festival cultural event was held in Lianhua Township, Zhejiang Province, drawing local residents and tourists. Activities included a festive market, traditional games, local food tastings, and a viewing of a local art exhibition.

Winter Welcome brings creativity and community spirit to Grays

On December 18, Grays Shopping Centre hosted Winter Welcome, a community celebration produced by Thurrock-based arts organization Together Productions in collaboration with Welcome to the UK. The event featured visual arts activities, a 'Creating Home' art exhibition by the Together Create Visual Arts Collective with artists Marsha Ashley and Salina Jane, participatory singing led by Ashley Beauchamp and Thames Opera Company, and food prepared by Welcome to the UK community members. Thurrock's Deputy Mayor Cllr Steve Liddiard attended, and shoppers enjoyed a pop-up performance.

Blue Phrog Gallery closing doors in downtown Montevallo

The Blue Phrog Gallery, a staple of the downtown Montevallo art scene for over 15 years, has announced its permanent closure. Founded in 2009 by Phil and Suzanne Hurst in a repurposed bank building, the gallery served as a primary venue for Alabama-based artists and University of Montevallo students to showcase and sell their work. The building at 955 Main Street is currently listed for sale following the recent passing of co-founder Phil Hurst.

Old Town galleries open doors for monthly Park City Gallery Stroll

The Arts Council of Park City and Summit County is hosting its monthly Gallery Stroll this Friday, featuring 15 participating art spaces across Old Town and Kearns Boulevard. Executive Director Jocelyn Scudder highlighted the event as a primary opportunity for the community to engage with local Utah creators and explore the diverse curatorial styles of regional gallerists.

Atmosphere is the star in new exhibition at James Cope Gallery

James Cope Gallery has unveiled a new exhibition where the primary focus shifts from individual subjects to the evocative power of atmosphere. The presentation prioritizes mood, lighting, and spatial resonance, inviting viewers to engage with the sensory qualities of the environment rather than traditional narrative structures.

2025 Chongqing Artists Association 'Bringing Joy to the Grassroots' Cultural Benefit Event and Chinese Painting Committee's 'Zizhuang Spirit – Famous Calligraphers and Painters Enter Campus' Activity Enters Yongchuan Zizhuang Primary School

2025年重庆市美术家协会“送欢乐、下基层”文艺惠民活动暨中国画艺委会“子庄精神——书画名家进校园”走进永川子庄小学

The Chongqing Artists Association, in collaboration with local government and cultural bodies, organized a cultural outreach event at Yongchuan Zizhuang Primary School. The event, part of the "Bringing Joy to the Grassroots" initiative, featured a calligraphy and painting exchange where artists from the city and district levels created works alongside teachers and students, culminating in a collaborative Chinese ink painting titled "Spring Garden." The program also included the donation of 100 art books to the school and the appointment of a prominent artist as an external art education counselor.

The Other Art Fair Returns to Dallas with a Lineup of 135 Artists

The Other Art Fair is returning to Dallas for its second edition, taking place at the Fashion Industry Gallery from May 2-5. The event will feature 135 independent and emerging artists, offering them a platform to sell their work directly to the public.

What’s That Musky Aroma at the New Museum?

The New Museum in New York has unveiled a sensory-driven installation that utilizes scent as a primary medium, challenging the traditional ocular-centric experience of contemporary art spaces. Visitors are greeted by a distinct, musky aroma that permeates the galleries, part of a curated effort to explore the intersection of olfaction, memory, and physical space.

Fancy a One-Kilometer Walk on Water in Shandong?

Japanese architect Junya Ishigami has designed the Zaishui Art Museum in Rizhao, Shandong, China, a striking ivory-white structure built on an artificial lake. The museum features a one-kilometer-long immersive walkway that allows water to flow into the interior, blurring the boundary between architecture and nature. Currently, the museum hosts an exhibition on the history and production of chocolate, blending industrial displays with contemporary art.

Tumut Art Exhibition entertains everyone

The Tumut Art Society recently concluded its 68th annual art exhibition in regional New South Wales, marking a successful two-week event that drew approximately 500 visitors. The show featured 39 sales across both physical and virtual platforms and distributed $15,000 in prize money across nine categories. Melbourne artist Nina Volk emerged as the primary winner, securing both the prestigious Bendigo Bank Acquisitive Award for her work "The Storm is Coming" and the People’s Choice Award for "Grazing in the Autumn Mist."

Mineola celebrates creative excellence at district art exhibition

Mineola High School hosted its annual District Art Show on March 26, transforming the campus into a gallery space for the local community. The exhibition featured over 200 original works created by K-12 students from all five schools within the district, ranging from primary school projects to advanced portfolios from AP art students. The collection showcased a wide variety of mediums, including painting, sketching, sculpture, and mixed-media compositions.

Art exhibition by elderly group showcasing Valletta city

A group of senior citizens from Valletta, Malta, has launched a collaborative art exhibition titled 'Kollettiv' at the Valletta Local Council. Organized by the community group Għeruq il-Komunità and supported by the Alf Mizzi Foundation, the showcase features paintings created by residents over the age of 60 alongside works by local primary school students. Under the guidance of artist Paul Galea, participants translated their personal interpretations of the capital city onto canvas during a series of workshops.

Beaux Arts Ball part of art association's long history in community

The Art Association of Jacksonville has announced its 69th annual Beaux Arts Ball, titled "Liberty in Bloom," scheduled for April 25 at Illinois College’s Rammelkamp Chapel. As the association’s primary fundraiser, the event supports the operations, educational programming, and maintenance of the historic David Strawn Art Gallery, which has served the community since the association's founding in 1873.

shipping containers frame maison margiela's shanghai exhibition by OMA / AMO in china

OMA and its research arm AMO have unveiled a new exhibition design for Maison Margiela in Shanghai, utilizing industrial shipping containers as the primary architectural framework. The installation creates a modular, raw environment that reflects the fashion house’s deconstructivist aesthetic while navigating the expansive industrial space of the Chinese venue. By repurposing these steel structures, the design team has constructed a series of interconnected rooms that guide visitors through the brand's latest collections and archival pieces.

IN REVIEW: To be felt, not read — ‘Paper Trails: Unfolding Indigenous Narratives’ at IAIA MoCNA

A new exhibition titled 'Paper Trails: Unfolding Indigenous Narratives' has opened at the Museum of Contemporary Native Arts (MoCNA), part of the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA). The show features works by contemporary Indigenous artists who utilize paper as a primary medium to explore themes of history, memory, and cultural identity, moving beyond text-based narratives to create visceral, sensory experiences.

MORA Art Museum's Equilibrium brought a group exhibition to Jersey City, featuring Alina Shimova and international artists

MORA Art Museum's exhibition series 'Equilibrium' presented a group show in Jersey City. The exhibition featured works by Russian-born artist Alina Shimova alongside a selection of other international artists.

Beyond Art Basel Hong Kong, Cyborgs, Neon Abstractions and More

Art Basel Hong Kong's return to full scale has catalyzed a surge of satellite exhibitions and gallery openings across the city. High-profile shows include major presentations of cyborg-themed works, neon-infused abstractions, and a focus on both established international names and emerging Asian voices. The city's art hubs, from the H Queen’s building to the Wong Chuk Hang industrial district, are hosting ambitious projects that coincide with the fair's VIP preview week.

Double gallery Opening at LCCC

The Lincoln City Cultural Center (LCCC) is hosting a dual gallery opening featuring new exhibitions in its primary showcase spaces. The event highlights regional creative talent, offering the local community an opportunity to engage with diverse artistic mediums and meet the featured artists during the public reception.

New exhibition sheds light on thriving traditional Samoan art in American Samoa

The Field Museum in Chicago is set to debut "Amerika Samoa," a temporary exhibition opening March 6, 2026, in the Regenstein Halls of the Pacific. Co-curated by Reggie Meredith Fitiao and Su’a Uilisone Fitiao of the nonprofit Fa’asamoa Arts, the show focuses on two primary Samoan art forms: siapo mamanu (painted barkcloth) and tatau (tattoo). The exhibition features contemporary works alongside historical pieces from the museum's collection, including a collaborative large-scale siapo created with the Chicago Samoan community.