'Aaron Gilbert' at Gladstone Gallery, Grote Hertstraat, Brussels, Belgium on 22 Apr–27 Jun 2026

Gladstone Gallery is set to host a solo exhibition of contemporary painter Aaron Gilbert at its Brussels location from April 22 to June 27, 2026. Gilbert’s work is characterized by its deep psychological and philosophical exploration of the human condition, utilizing figurative painting to navigate complex emotional and societal landscapes. His practice is deeply rooted in art history, drawing stylistic and thematic inspiration from sources ranging from Italian Quattrocento and Byzantine icons to Mexican Retablos and the Expressionism of the Weimar Republic.

In the Curator’s Words: James Hubbell and his brother Bert still united through art

The Oceanside Museum of Art has opened "Brothers in Arts: James Hubbell and Bert Hubbell," a poignant exhibition curated by Brennan Hubbell, the son of James and nephew of Bert. The show explores the parallel creative lives of the two brothers, who lived on opposite sides of the Pacific for sixty years—James in San Diego and Bert in Japan—yet maintained a deep spiritual and artistic connection through letters and shared philosophies. Both artists passed away within weeks of each other in 2024, shortly after a final video call that reconnected them after a period of silence.

François Ozon’s 'The Stranger': A Film Between Surface Aesthetics and Political Reinterpretation

“Lo straniero” di François Ozon. Un film tra estetica delle superfici e rilettura politica

Director François Ozon has adapted Albert Camus’s existentialist masterpiece 'The Stranger' into a new feature film, premiering at the 82nd Venice Film Festival. Shot in stark black and white by cinematographer Manuel Dacosse, the film departs from the 1967 Luchino Visconti adaptation by leaning into a cold, clinical aesthetic inspired by Michelangelo Antonioni. The narrative follows Meursault, an emotionally detached clerk in colonial Algiers, whose impassive reaction to his mother's death and the subsequent senseless murder of an Arab man leads to his legal and moral condemnation.

Consequences of Being and the Process of Becoming.

Deborah Roberts’s solo exhibition, 'Consequences of Being,' at The FLAG Art Foundation showcases a significant evolution in her practice, featuring new large-scale paintings, works on paper, and her debut in ceramic sculpture. Her signature collage-based figures are presented as fragmented, composite bodies that challenge fixed notions of Black identity and subjecthood. By blending archival imagery with vernacular signage, Roberts explores how colonial legacies and historical narratives continue to influence the perception of Black bodies across the globe.

Hilbert Museum of California Art Announces Its First Dedicated ‘Simpsons’ Exhibition

The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University has announced its first-ever dedicated exhibition of "The Simpsons," set to open on November 18. Titled "The Art of the Simpsons," the showcase will feature original illustrations and production cels of the iconic characters created by Matt Groening, drawn from the museum's extensive animation and movie art holdings. The exhibition is timed to coincide with the museum's 10th anniversary celebration in 2026.

La Cloche Art Show announces its 2026 Featured Artist Robert Potvin

The organizers of the 47th La Cloche Art Show have named Robert Potvin as the Artist of Distinction for the 2026 exhibition. Potvin, a self-taught acrylic painter and elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists, is recognized for his depictions of Northern Ontario landscapes and vanishing ways of life. The announcement comes as the community prepares for the 2025 edition of the juried show, which remains a staple of the regional art scene in Whitefish Falls.

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.

New dates, new venue, and a new theme: Here is what the Moncalieri emerging photography festival will look like

Nuove date, nuova sede e nuovo tema. Ecco come sarà il festival di fotografia emergente di Moncalieri

Liquida Photofestival has announced the details for its fifth edition, scheduled to take place from April 17 to 19, 2026. The independent festival dedicated to emerging contemporary photography is moving to a new venue at the Real Collegio Carlo Alberto in Moncalieri, near Turin. Under the artistic direction of Laura Tota, the upcoming edition will center on the theme "Learning and Unlearning – (re)writing the rules," featuring a program of exhibitions, talks, and publishing events built primarily through open calls.

A new issue of the Pax newsletter on cultural tourism is arriving: Previews to entice those not yet subscribed

In arrivo un nuovo numero della newsletter Pax sul turismo culturale. Le anticipazioni per ingolosire chi non è ancora abbonato

The Italian Ministry of Tourism has partnered with the audio platform Loquis to integrate sound-based storytelling into the country's official tourism portal. This initiative, led by digital entrepreneur Bruno Pellegrini, aims to preserve the memory of Italian territories while promoting future development through an "audio atlas." The project is a central feature of the upcoming issue of Artribune’s Pax newsletter, which focuses on the intersection of cultural tourism, art, and hospitality.

New art exhibition in Orange County spotlights self-taught artist Robert Rell

Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is launching "Standing Firm," a solo exhibition by self-taught artist Robert Rell at the Orange County Multicultural Center. The collection showcases Rell’s unique visual language, which evolved from childhood sketches of comic characters to the bold, expressive influence of urban graffiti. The exhibition opens with a public reception on April 15 and runs through mid-May.

Artists are able to submit their work to an art gallery in mountain pass across Continental Divide

The Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery has issued an open call for its Annual Juried Summer Exhibition, titled "Sight and Sound." This year’s theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Crowsnest Pass Community Orchestra by inviting artists to explore the intersection of visual art and music. Submissions are open to all artists until May 31, with a jury selecting approximately 16 participants based on originality, composition, and thematic relevance.

Artwork made with coal from the Titanic to debut at exhibition in Conroe

The Conroe Art League is set to debut a unique sculpture crafted from authentic coal recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic. The piece, created by local artist and retired engineer Dr. Robert 'Bob' G. Stevens, will be featured at the league’s upcoming exhibition in Conroe, Texas. The artwork utilizes a rare sample of the fuel that powered the ill-fated ocean liner, transforming a historical artifact into a contemporary sculptural form.

Art in the Multicultural Center Opening Reception: “Standing Firm” by Robert Rell

Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is launching a new solo exhibition titled “Standing Firm” featuring the work of artist Robert Rell. Hosted at the Orange County Multicultural Center Art Gallery in Orlando, the exhibition opens with a public reception on April 15, 2026, and showcases Rell’s evolution from a comic-inspired youth to a painter influenced by the creative freedom of Newark’s graffiti scene.