Artist Romero's contemporary visuals are an act of self-possession that reflects Joshua B. Glenn's concept of sensate sovereignty. The artist's First American Doll portrait series challenges entrenched American myth by featuring life-sized dolls, including Amber Morningstar, which offer a more accurate Native representation, subverting the American Girl Dolls company's traditional portrayal.
https://observer.com/2025/06/exhibition-review-cara-romero-panupunuwugai-living-light-at-the-hood-museum/The Seoul Arts Center has launched its video platform Digital Stage, in collaboration with Deutsche Grammophon and other art organizations. The platform features performances such as Lim's piano recital, the Bamberg Symphony's "Tannhauser" with conductor Jakub Hruska and violinist Kim Bomsori, and cellist Mischa Maisky's recital. Available on both mobile devices and PCs, Digital Stage aims to make performing arts accessible anytime and anywhere, with a goal of integrating it into everyday life.
https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-06-18/entertainment/musicPerformance/Seoul-Arts-Center-video-platform-Digital-Stage-lets-classical-musical-lovers-relive-favorite-performances/2333118The Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany is hosting an exhibition called "The Shakers: A World in the Making" until September 28th as part of Art Basel 2025. The show explores the history and influence of the Shaker movement, which emphasizes community and cooperation. This theme is particularly relevant in today's polarized world, where fostering togetherness is crucial. The exhibition features various designs and artifacts that showcase the Shakers' commitment to unity and collaboration.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/18/vitra-design-museum-celebrates-the-enduring-influence-of-egalitarian-religious-sect-the-shakersThe Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is hosting an exhibition featuring works by artist Alex Da Corte, including his paintings "Siren" (2015) and "Electronic Renaissance" (2021). The show brings together Da Corte's conceptual pieces with those of artists like Robert Mapplethorpe and Vija Celmins, exploring themes of self-representation and perception. Da Corte's works often reference pop culture, such as album covers, but also delve into the artist's own experiences and inspirations, including Carl Jung's concept of a "night sea journey". The exhibition runs through September 7, 2025.
https://observer.com/2025/06/exhibition-review-alex-da-corte-the-whale-at-the-modern-art-museum-of-fort-worth/Art Basel 2025 has seen a unique blend of artistic expression and sensory experiences. Martin Creed's outfit at the fair was notable for its elaborate design, while Cornelia Parker's work took flight with her first solo show in years. The event also featured a participative VR exhibition that drew big-name attendees, including Jerry Gogosian. Meanwhile, Design Basel has stepped in to fill the gap left by Design Miami's cancellation of its Swiss edition, showcasing works from 11 mostly French galleries.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/19/art-basel-diary-guests-unwind-in-the-rhine-puppets-rest-in-bunk-beds-and-bezoss-yacht-gets-hotThe Sibiu International Theatre Festival in Romania featured a diverse lineup of performers and artists, including actor Bill Murray and actress Kathleen Turner, as well as Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka, the winner of the 1986 Nobel Prize in Literature. The festival also showcased Romanian talent from various arts groups such as Teatrul pe Roși, Circ Discret, and Școala de Circ din Timișoara, highlighting the country's rich cultural heritage.
https://www.romania-insider.com/sibiu-theater-fest-begins-jun-2025Neuroaesthetics seeks to understand how the brain processes artistic stimuli, with researchers such as Edvard Kvale and Semir Zeki contributing to its development. Studies have shown that the brain's reward system is activated when people view beautiful art, releasing dopamine and endorphins. For instance, a study by Dr. Semir Zeki found that the brain's visual cortex responds differently to art compared to non-artistic stimuli, suggesting a unique neural basis for aesthetic experience.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202506/1336520.shtmlCanadian photographer Edward Burtynsky's work, including his latest project "The Great Acceleration," highlights humanity's impact on the planet. His exhibition at the International Center of Photography in New York explores the effects of human consumption and industrialization. The project also includes a documentary film, "Anthropocene: The Human Epoch," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah and later screened in Berlin.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/19/edward-burtynsky-great-acceleration-international-center-photographyThe city is hosting a series of Independence Day celebrations, including the Juneteenth Block Party at AAMP, Kidchella Music Festival, and Avenue of the Arts Block Party, in the two weeks leading up to the Fourth of July holiday. Additionally, participating museums are offering Free Museum Days, waiving admission fees on selected days.
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