Eleanor is a Trustee of the National Gallery and Tate, and has also completed residencies at Hauser & Wirth Residency in Braemar and Sokyo Gallery in Kyoto, Japan. She is an abstract painter and film artist who projects moving images onto paper or canvas, creating rapid mark-making that reflects her physical and emotional responses. Her recent project explored cultural memory through landscape, focusing on the West Asian diaspora, particularly from Armenia, where she was based for a six-week residency.
Eric Kot Man-fai, a '90s star and former member of the Cantopop duo Softhard, is calling for Hong Kong to invest more in its performing arts scene. He believes that the city needs more creative spaces to support local artists like himself. Kot's comments come after joining Softhard partner Jan Lamb for their sold-out stage show "Let Me Entertain You" in August.
Knight accuses photographer Faas of plagiarizing work from Vietnamese photographers and taking credit for it, with one notable instance involving Pulitzer Prize winner Tim Page, who allegedly shared similar stories about Faas' unethical practices.
Indonesia's Ministry of Education and Culture is prepared to support the inclusion of ulos on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage. Minister Zon emphasized collaboration with community organizations like the Batak Center, led by Sintong M. Tampubolon, to preserve and advance culture. The ministry will also support the revitalization of museums, such as the Batak Museum in Lake Toba, which aims to serve as a center for cultural education and tourism development.
Karl Wirsum's estate is struggling to promote his art after his death, with his son Zachary noting that it would be a full-time job. A recent exhibition at New York's Derek Eller Gallery and the Matthew Marks Gallery was successful critically but not financially.
Kiaf, a leading international art fair, has demonstrated steady growth despite global economic fluctuations, evolving alongside the market to maintain its unique identity within Korea's vibrant contemporary art scene.
The National Gallery in London has continued to engage with jury members beyond the process of reporting on their progress against recommendations. This engagement includes formally updating them on their progress, following a settlement agreement that allowed for the removal of the Sackler family name from its walls, unlike the Victoria and Albert Museum which remains the last major UK institution to retain the donors' name on its building.
Naxos Music Platform (NMP) is launching a new on-chain rights verification and automated royalty distribution system for AI-generated works. The platform will be open to independent musicians, particularly classical artists, allowing them to upload, modularize, and mint NFT-based works that can be accessed through the Naxos-KUKE network. This move aims to deepen artist-fan connections with "Fan blind boxes" containing rare music snippets/rights and limited NFT albums. KUKE Music, a global leader in classical music licensing and subscription services, is partnering with NMP to explore tokenizing its music copyright assets as RWA (Rights-Wise Asset), unlocking new financial potential through staking, lending, or portfolio investment.
The rise of AI tools has led to a shift in the creative industry, with clients increasingly seeking human professionals who can bring originality and emotional resonance to their content. Despite the use of AI writer programs and other tools, clients are looking for skilled individuals who can ensure authenticity and strategic thinking in their work. Freelancers are thriving in areas that require personal style and audience connection, such as video production and custom branding efforts. Many organizations are adopting hybrid workflows, leveraging machines for efficiency while entrusting humans with the final creative direction.