The church, the village, the park. FAI's 'Places of the Heart' returns to save ruins

La chiesa, il borgo, il parco. Tornano i Luoghi del Cuore del FAI per salvare i beni in rovina

The Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano (FAI) has launched the 13th edition of its "Luoghi del Cuore" (Places of the Heart) initiative, a biennial census that invites Italians to vote for cultural heritage sites most in need of restoration. Since 2003, the campaign has collected over 13.5 million votes, with the 2024 edition alone receiving more than 2.3 million votes for over 41,000 sites across 6,508 municipalities. The initiative has funded 180 recovery projects, 40% of which involve churches, followed by environmental, architectural, and archaeological assets. Notable successes include the Church of San Pietro dei Samari in Gallipoli, the Oratorio del Sasso in Orasso, and the Complesso di Sant’Angelo Magno in Ascoli Piceno.

Explore Art Galleries in Fort Wayne

This article is a directory-style guide listing art galleries and museums in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It highlights the Fort Wayne Museum of Art as a major attraction and provides addresses, hours, and contact information for over a dozen other venues, including Artlink Contemporary Art Gallery, the Jeffrey R Krull Gallery at the Allen County Public Library, and galleries at the University of Saint Francis and Purdue University Fort Wayne. The guide also mentions appointment-only spaces like Wunderkammer Company and The Art Farm.

“Lord Shiva in Abstract Form” Exhibition to Open at DWIJA Art Gallery, Bengaluru

Artists Saikat Sarkar and Urmila Barman are set to debut a collaborative exhibition titled “Lord Shiva in Abstract Form” at the DWIJA Art Gallery in Bengaluru on April 4 and 5, 2026. The showcase features ten acrylic-on-canvas works that eschew traditional religious iconography in favor of contemporary abstraction, using color, texture, and gestural movement to interpret philosophical themes like cosmic balance and transformation.

Watauga Arts Council explores jazz through art in new exhibition opening May 5

The Watauga Arts Council (WAC) will present "The Art of Jazz" in its Main Gallery from May 5 through June 30, an exhibition that translates the cultural and personal influence of jazz into visual art. Featuring works by local and regional artists in 2D mediums, the show explores how sound can be expressed through color, movement, and form. A special reception will be held at the Appalachian Theatre in Boone on June 11, where pieces will be transported for the event, offering attendees a chance to meet the artists.

Dugg Ci Dox (DUGG) by Ousmane Ba Exhibition

Ousmane Ba's exhibition 'Dugg Ci Dox (DUGG)' is being held in Tokyo, as reported by Tokyo Weekender. The show presents the artist's work, likely exploring themes of movement, place, or cultural identity through visual art.

Art exhibit preview: Springs array of shows from the past and present

The article previews a series of art exhibitions in Springs, featuring both historical and contemporary works. It highlights the range of shows opening in the area, drawing from past and present artistic movements to attract diverse audiences.

Omani art exhibition opens at Moscow’s Tretyakov museum

An exhibition titled 'Pioneers of Omani Art' has opened at the State Tretyakov Museum in Moscow, organized by the National Museum of Oman. Running until August 16, it features 23 artworks by 17 prominent Omani artists, including pieces such as 'The Shirt of Dreams 2' by Musa bin Omar Al Zadjali and 'Faces' by Alia bint Ali Al Farsi, showcasing the evolution of Oman's modern visual art movement through themes of culture, heritage, and natural environment.

Comrades in Art: Artists Against Fascism review — eye-opening show sets the record straight

The article reviews the exhibition "Comrades in Art: Artists Against Fascism," which presents a historical survey of artists who actively resisted fascist regimes through their work. The show features a range of pieces from the early 20th century to the present, highlighting lesser-known figures and movements that opposed authoritarianism. It aims to correct oversimplified narratives about art and politics during periods of fascist rule.

PRESS RELEASE: OCU art exhibit makes use of ‘digital debris’

Oklahoma City University (OCU) is hosting an art exhibition that incorporates 'digital debris'—discarded or obsolete digital materials—into its works. The show features pieces created by artists who repurpose e-waste, old screens, and other technological remnants to explore themes of consumption, memory, and the environmental impact of digital culture.

WAC's new 'The Art of Jazz' exhibit now open

The Watauga Arts Council (WAC) has opened a new exhibition titled "The Art of Jazz" in its main gallery in Boone, North Carolina, running through June 30. The show features works by local and regional artists who interpret jazz music's energy, improvisation, and cultural roots through 2D mediums, translating sound into color, movement, and form. A special reception will be held at the Appalachian Theatre on June 11, where pieces will be transported for the event, offering a cash bar and opportunities to meet the artists. The exhibition coincides with the 5th annual High Country Jazz Festival, providing a visual counterpart to the music events in downtown Boone.

Sustainability at heart of new art exhibit in downtown Aurora

Aurora Public Art has opened a new exhibition titled "Re-Imagined: The Art of Sustainability" at the David L. Pierce Art and History Center in downtown Aurora, running through May 23. The show features works from adult artists like Jennifer Joiner, who creates art from trash collected on Lake Michigan beaches, and Ann Marie Greenberg, who repurposes household plastics and metal. It also includes submissions from students at East Aurora School District's Early Childhood Center, who used milk cartons, cereal boxes, and other recyclables. Curator Sangeeta Pande organized the open call, which drew 15 adult artists and numerous young participants, all exploring themes of environmental stewardship and creative reuse.

Hickey Machine Debuts First-Ever Art Exhibition Celebrating Club Kid Culture

Hickey Machine, a Portland-based creative collective, has launched its first-ever art exhibition celebrating Club Kid culture. The show features works by multiple artists that capture the vibrant, rebellious spirit of the underground club scene, known for its flamboyant fashion and DIY ethos.

Final weekend to see gigantic international art exhibition Embracing Our Differences

The international juried art exhibition "Embracing Our Differences" is concluding its current run in St. Petersburg’s Poynter Park this weekend. The outdoor showcase features 50 billboard-sized artworks created by artists and students globally, each paired with an inspirational quote centered on themes of inclusion, kindness, and respect. The event, which attracted over 400,000 visitors last year, also maintains a concurrent presence in Sarasota’s Bayfront Park through mid-April.

Hilma af Klint - all exhibitions and events about the artist

The Grand Palais in Paris has announced a major monographic exhibition dedicated to the Swedish pioneer Hilma af Klint, running from May 6 to August 30, 2026. This comprehensive retrospective aims to showcase the artist's visionary abstract works, which predated the recognized beginnings of the abstract movement by several years.

374 Time auction 19TH CENTURY, MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ART

Artnet has announced the upcoming '374 Time' auction, a comprehensive sale featuring works across the 19th-century, Modern, and Contemporary art sectors. Scheduled to run from February 24 through April 10, 2026, the event aims to showcase a broad chronological range of artistic production for global collectors.

Studio A exhibition opens at Lismore gallery

Lismore Regional Gallery has launched a new exhibition featuring the work of Studio A artists Guy Fredericks and Damian Showyin. The showcase includes Fredericks’ 'Bleeding Hearts and Morning Glory,' which addresses climate change and environmental regeneration, alongside Showyin’s 'Suede Blue,' a solo presentation of rhythmic, color-focused paintings. The exhibition is part of a strategic touring program designed to bring museum-quality contemporary art by artists with intellectual disabilities to regional New South Wales.

UK Art Exhibition Showcases Antisemitic Blood Libels, Conspiracy Theories, and October 7th Denial

A controversial art exhibition in the United Kingdom has sparked intense backlash for featuring works that allegedly promote antisemitic blood libels, conspiracy theories, and denial of the October 7th attacks. Organizations such as the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) have raised alarms over the inclusion of imagery that they claim crosses the line from political critique into hate speech and historical revisionism.

Frame Work: Soul Studio exhibition celebrates artists with special needs

Soul Studio, a Michigan-based art studio for adults with developmental disabilities, is hosting an exhibition titled "Frame Work." The show features works created by the studio's artists, celebrating their creativity and providing a professional platform for their art to be seen and sold.

Artists to highlight environment issues in 'Sacred Waters' exhibit

The Guam Daily Post reports on an upcoming exhibition titled 'Sacred Waters' that will feature artists addressing environmental issues, particularly those affecting water resources. The exhibit aims to use visual art as a platform to raise awareness about ecological concerns, likely focusing on Guam and the broader Pacific region's environmental challenges.

Art on the Wall That Echoes Protests From the Streets

The New York Times article explores how contemporary artists are translating the energy and imagery of street protests into gallery and museum exhibitions. It highlights specific works that incorporate protest signs, slogans, and visual motifs from recent social movements, examining how these pieces retain their political urgency when removed from the streets and placed in institutional spaces.

French Ideas, Made in the U.S.A.

The New York Times article 'French Ideas, Made in the U.S.A.' explores how French artistic and intellectual concepts have been adapted and reinterpreted in the United States, often losing their original context or gaining new meanings. It examines specific examples from art, design, and philosophy, tracing how French movements like Impressionism, Surrealism, and structuralism were imported, commercialized, or transformed by American institutions, collectors, and artists.

The Art Prodigies of the Nirvana Era Look Back on the ’90s

The New York Times article features a group of artists who emerged as prodigies during the 1990s, reflecting on their formative years and the cultural landscape of the Nirvana era. These artists, now established figures, discuss how the grunge movement, shifting social dynamics, and the art world of the '90s shaped their early careers and creative identities.

‘Abstract Angularity’ Is on Exhibit at the Avram Gallery This Fall

The Avram Gallery at Stony Brook Southampton is hosting 'Abstract Angularity: The Artistry of Vincent Quatroche Sr.,' an exhibition showcasing the works of the late East End artist whose paintings blend musical influence with cubist and abstract expressionist styles. The show draws from the collection of the Jazz Loft Archives and the personal collection of Jazz Loft founder Tom Manuel, featuring over 50 pieces acquired directly from the artist's studio. It runs through the Fall 2025 semester and is a collaboration between the Jazz Loft and the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center.

Call for Southeast Asian Artists to Join Solarpunk Exhibition and Residency

Kiripost has announced an open call for Southeast Asian artists to apply for a Solarpunk-themed exhibition and residency program. The initiative invites visual artists from the region to submit proposals that explore solarpunk aesthetics—a genre blending ecological sustainability, technology, and utopian futures—for a group exhibition and accompanying residency. The call is open to emerging and established artists working in various media, with selected participants receiving production support, exhibition space, and a stipend. The deadline and specific dates are not detailed in the article, but the program is organized by Kiripost in collaboration with local partners.

Finding the music in art: Helen Pain’s new exhibition

Kiama artist Helen Pain, a former professional singer and music educator, is launching her debut solo exhibition "Light Up My World" at Kiama's Old Fire Station gallery from June 27 to July 2. The exhibition features paintings that reflect her musical background, emphasizing rhythm, movement, and flow rather than literal representation. The opening event will include a live performance by the Bonaira Ukulele Group, in which Pain herself performs.

‘Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939’ Review: An Exhibition in Forward Motion

The article reviews the exhibition 'Roaring: Art, Fashion, and the Automobile in France, 1918-1939,' which explores the intersection of art, fashion, and automotive design during the interwar period in France. The show features a range of works including paintings, sculptures, fashion designs, and vintage automobiles, highlighting how the automobile became a symbol of modernity, speed, and luxury in French culture between the two world wars.

Exhibition explores works by 6 overlooked surrealist artists

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (NMCA) has opened an exhibition titled 'Surrealism and Korean Modern Arts' at its Deoksugung Palace branch in Seoul, running from April 17 to July 6. The show features six overlooked Korean surrealist artists—Kim Chongnam (Hideo Manabe), Kim Ukkyu, Kim Chongha, Park Gwangho, Kim Younghwan, and Shin Youngheon—displaying some 230 works by 50 surrealist artists. These painters explored surrealism despite the movement's limited adoption in Korea due to colonialism, war, and national division, expressing inner landscapes through unique contemplative styles.

First Recipients of the 'NCAR x AWARE Female Artist Research Fellowship' Announced

「NCAR×AWARE 女性アーティストリサーチフェローシップ」の第1回採択者が決定

The National Center for Art Research (NCAR) and Archives of Women Artists, Research and Exhibitions (AWARE) have announced the first recipients of their joint research fellowship dedicated to women artists in Japan. Sculptor and critic Nodoka Odawara and Tokyo Photographic Art Museum curator Yuri Yamada were selected from 19 applicants to conduct specialized research on marginalized female figures in Japanese art history. Odawara will focus on pioneering female sculptors Kamono Ota and Toko Kuhara, while Yamada will investigate early female photographers from the Meiji to early Showa eras, including Ryu Shima and Yoshino Hanawa.