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.

[minna|منا]of u at Participant Inc. and SALMA SARRIEDINE

The gallery Participant Inc. in New York presented a dual exhibition titled '[minna|منا]of u' featuring the work of artist Salma Sarriedine. The show ran from February 1 to March 22, 2026, and was curated by Ridikkuluz. The exhibition documentation consists of 25 images, with photos credited to Studio Kukla.

The Reopening of the Musée de la Vie Romantique

La réouverture du Musée de la Vie Romantique

The Musée de la Vie Romantique in Paris has reopened following a significant renovation project. While the restoration of the historic house and its shutters has sparked some debate regarding historical accuracy, the museum now showcases a substantially enriched permanent collection featuring numerous recent acquisitions of Romantic-era paintings, sculptures, and drawings.

Sullivan Area Arts Guild celebrates a big milestone

The Sullivan Area Art Guild is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of supporting local creativity in Sullivan, Indiana. Founded in April 1976, the organization maintains a gallery on the town square where it hosts monthly meetings and year-round community projects. To commemorate the milestone, the guild is currently featuring a themed exhibition titled "Past, Present and Future."

Zipcy exhibits in Paris: "The Sweet Fortress" at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery.

South Korean artist Zipcy is set to debut her first solo exhibition in France, titled "The Sweet Fortress," at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris from April 24 to June 4, 2026. The exhibition showcases a new body of work that utilizes traditional Korean hanji paper, natural pigments, and marouflage techniques to explore themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and human connection.

Tiny Gallery gives big spotlight for local art

Artist Jax Foster has launched Bowling Green’s Tiny Gallery, a miniature exhibition space located outside the Grounds for Thought cafe in downtown Bowling Green. The gallery officially opened on April 5 and features hand-crafted miniature works created by local artists, with the display rotating on a monthly basis to ensure a wide variety of community members can showcase their talent.

Bob’s Art Blog: Arts Spring To-Do List—Millworks, the AAH and the JNS Gallery and CALC

The Millworks Art Studios in Harrisburg has introduced a new cohort of resident artists dubbed "The New Guard," featuring a diverse range of local talent. This group includes photorealistic racecar painter Annika Koser, found-objects sculptor and former architect Jeff Scorza, and woodworker Kelly Anoka, alongside the recent addition of narrative artist Marina Radanovic. Each artist brings a distinct material focus—from industrial glass and metal to upcycled local timber—strengthening the collaborative creative community within the studio complex.

Paul Kroner celebrates five years of his community art hub with solo exhibition

Cincinnati-based artist and activist Paul Kroner is celebrating the fifth anniversary of his space, Studio Kroner, with his first solo exhibition titled "What Have I Done?" opening April 17. Since its founding, the 1,200-square-foot venue has evolved from a private studio into a vibrant community hub, hosting national artists, theatrical performances, and social justice-oriented exhibitions. The upcoming show will feature a diverse range of Kroner’s own work, including paintings, illustrations, and a new series of bronze sculptures called "Liminals" created through a hybrid process of wax casting and digital scanning.

This Austin Art Show Is the Mirror America Needs Right Now

Artists Autumn Mae and Chris Tobar have launched a collaborative exhibition titled 'The Neon Republic' at The Cathedral in Austin, Texas. The show features Mae’s resin and mirror-based works that deconstruct American iconography alongside Tobar’s 'The Neon Rodeo,' an immersive installation exploring Afro-Latino cowboy culture. A central feature of the exhibition is K-RDEO 88.8 FM, a pirate radio station broadcasting live from within the gallery space to provide a sonic layer to the visual narrative.

Solo Exhibit For Deerfield Artist Opens In North Shore

The Gallery Lake Forest has unveiled "Wax Poetic," a solo exhibition featuring the encaustic works of Deerfield-based artist Karen Ross. This marks Ross’s first solo showcase in Lake Forest, highlighting her mastery of the ancient and technically demanding medium of encaustic painting, which involves using heated beeswax and pigments. The exhibition focuses on themes of emergence and the seasonal transition of spring, drawing parallels between the natural world and the physical process of layering and revealing wax.

The Forward Frame: East End Arts Holds Last Hurrah Before Gallery Relocation

East End Arts hosted a final exhibition titled "The Forward Frame" at its historic East Main Street gallery in Riverhead before the building undergoes a massive structural renovation. As part of the Riverhead Town Square redevelopment project, the 1840s-era building will be raised seven feet to escape the Peconic River floodplain and reconfigured alongside a new five-story Hilton hotel. During the farewell event, community members were invited to create ephemeral art directly on the gallery walls, marking a transition period where the organization will operate out of temporary spaces at 11 and 48 West Main Street.

Exhibition Before the Ashes: Fantôme explores black and abstraction at La Lison Gallery

The La Lison gallery in Paris is set to host "Avant les cendres," a solo exhibition by the Nancy-based artist Fantôme running from April 9 to May 16, 2026. The showcase focuses on the artist's exploration of the color black, utilizing texture, line, and abstraction to create a "space of projection" that emphasizes sensory experience over literal messaging.

Atelier Joliet Art Gallery to host opening for internationally-recognized artists

Atelier Joliet Art Gallery in downtown Joliet is set to host a dual artist opening on April 25 featuring the works of Jeffrey Equality Brooks and Joseph Mayernik. The exhibition showcases the distinct styles of these two nationally and internationally recognized artists, who will both be in attendance for the public event. The collection is currently installed and available for viewing during the gallery's standard weekend hours.

New pottery, art gallery opens in Danville

L Studio Gallery has officially opened its doors on Craghead Street in Danville, Virginia, marking a new addition to the city's River District. Founded by local artist Louise Bendall, the multiuse space functions as both a retail gallery for local artwork and a hands-on pottery studio where community members can engage with the craft.

Audubon Art Exhibit: Bird Photography & Paintings in Bay County

The Bay County Public Library in Panama City, Florida, is hosting the Audubon Art Exhibit throughout April and May 2026. This showcase features bird-themed photography and original paintings created by ten members and associates of the Bay County Audubon Society, including artists such as Bonnie Brant and Earl Henderson. A public reception on April 14 will allow the community to engage with the creators and learn about the intersection of local art and wildlife conservation.

Art gallery set to open in Hudson on April 18

The Carl and Lucy Wagner Art Gallery is scheduled to open on April 18 within the educational building of the Hudson United Methodist Church in Hudson. The inaugural event, running from 2 to 5 pm, will feature a reception showcasing several paintings by the late Lucy Wagner, a longtime member of the church and active community leader.

Guest Editorial: Croton’s Contemporary Art Scene -- What does it say about us?

The village of Croton-on-Hudson experienced a surge of artistic activity throughout March, highlighted by a series of events celebrating Women’s History Month. Key highlights included the "Women’s Viewpoints" exhibition at the Black Cow and the Croton Free Library, a retrospective of the late architect Ricardo Scofidio at the Artisans’ Gallery, and a sold-out performance by Denise Bessette. These events drew significant local crowds, showcasing a vibrant ecosystem of student artists, professional creators, and community supporters.

Annual Wiscasset K-12 Student Art Exhibition

The Maine Art Gallery is launching its new season with the Wiscasset K-12 Student Art Exhibition, featuring over 100 works by local students. Curated by art teachers Emily Dobson and Liz Proffetty, the showcase includes a diverse range of media such as painting, sculpture, and photography. A public reception will be held on April 9 to honor the young artists and their creative contributions to the community.

Firehouse Art Gallery holds grand re-opening in Newberry

The Firehouse Art Gallery in Newberry, Florida, has officially relocated to a new facility situated at 25439 W. Newberry Rd. Originally established in 2010 within a former city firehouse, the gallery is moving into the space next door to accommodate its growing presence, while its previous location is slated for conversion into office space. A grand re-opening celebration was held to welcome the public to the new venue, which continues to operate under the support of the Newberry Main Street Organization.

Cathedral to exhibit 80m long knitted WW2 artwork

Lichfield Cathedral will host an expansive 80-meter-long knitted and crocheted installation titled "The Longest Yarn 2: Britain at War" throughout May 2026. Created by a global community of makers, the textile artwork depicts various facets of British life during World War II, ranging from the declaration of war in 1939 to the celebrations of VE Day in 1945, including scenes of evacuation and rationing.

‘The Beginning’ Group Exhibition Features Live Painting at Art Bridge Gallery

The Art Bridge Gallery in Yangon is hosting a group exhibition titled 'The Beginning,' which showcases the work of multiple contemporary artists. A standout feature of the event is the inclusion of live painting sessions, allowing visitors to witness the creative process firsthand as artists develop new works within the gallery space.

What You Need to Know About Buying Large Wall Art

The article provides a practical guide for prospective buyers considering the purchase of large-scale wall art, defined as pieces typically measuring 30 by 40 inches or larger. It outlines the unique logistical challenges involved, from transportation and installation to ensuring the piece fits and functions within a living space.

Laura Langer at Simian

Argentine artist Laura Langer presents a solo exhibition titled "Why am I me?" at Simian in Copenhagen. Running from January 24 through April 12, 2026, the show features a comprehensive installation documented through an extensive series of 145 images captured by photographer Brian Kure.

Oototol at Roh Projects, Jakarta and Komunitas Salihara Arts Center, Jakarta

The artist Oototol has a solo exhibition on view simultaneously at two venues in Jakarta: the commercial gallery Roh Projects and the non-profit arts center Komunitas Salihara. The exhibition is documented with 29 installation images, showing the artist's work across both spaces.

12,000 Years Ago, Native Americans Were Playing Games of Chance with Handmade Dice

Archaeologists have discovered that Native Americans were engaging in games of chance using handmade dice as far back as 12,000 years ago, during the Late Pleistocene. A new study by researcher Robert Madden reveals that these artifacts, found in sites across Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico, predate the previously oldest known dice from Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley by over 6,000 years. These early dice, often made of bone and decorated with pigments, were used by the hunter-gatherer Folsom culture.

A Line of Mural Wallpapers from Astek Celebrates ‘Eterna Nouveau’

Fine wallpaper manufacturer Astek has launched a new collection of floral mural wallpapers called 'Eterna Nouveau.' The designs are a contemporary reinterpretation of the Art Nouveau movement, featuring arching stems, nature-inspired motifs like lilies and Venus fly traps, and are available in various colorways with metallic outlines.

Austin Bell Chronicles Every Single One of Hong Kong’s 2,549 Basketball Courts

Photographer Austin Bell documented all 2,549 outdoor basketball courts in Hong Kong, creating the series SHOOTING HOOPS. Using a drone and Google Maps, he captured the courts' vivid colors and geometric designs from an aerial perspective over 140 days of shooting, sometimes photographing hundreds in a single day.

Marc Fornes’ New Sculptural Pavilion Reimagines the Architectural Folly

Marc Fornes / THEVERYMANY has installed a new sculptural pavilion titled "L'Ile Folie" in Cary Park, North Carolina. The structure, made from thousands of digitally fabricated, ultra-thin aluminum panels, reinterprets the historical architectural folly—a decorative, non-functional landscape feature—as a contemporary, skin-is-structure canopy perched over a pond.

Nostalgia and Decay Meet Theatricality in Andrew Moore’s Dramatic Photos

Photographer Andrew Moore has opened a solo exhibition titled 'Theater' at Jackson Fine Art. The show features his large-format, atmospheric photographs of aging theaters, grand staircases, and other architectural spaces in locations like New York, Cuba, and Russia, which evoke a sense of timelessness and a bygone era.

Creating artistic and innovative kites: the astonishing practice of artist Victor Guerithault

Créer des cerfs-volants artistiques et innovants : l’étonnante pratique de l’artiste dans le vent Victor Guerithault

Artist Victor Guerithault is redefining the traditional craft of kite-making through geometric innovation and 3D-printing technology. Showcasing his work at the 32nd Festival du cerf-volant in Châtelaillon, Guerithault utilizes complex tetrahedral structures inspired by the aerodynamic experiments of Alexander Graham Bell. His approach moves away from traditional bamboo frames toward a modular construction system involving custom-designed 3D-printed connectors that allow for hundreds of unique, gravity-defying aerial forms.