The Hansens, longtime supporters of the University of Montana and the Montana Museum of Art and Culture (MMAC), have established a commitment to the UM Foundation that enables the museum to showcase emerging artists. In response, over 100 artists submitted their work for consideration in the fall of 2024, with a statewide selection committee choosing 19 promising young contemporary artists from across the state.
https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/19-under-39-artists-going-above-and-beyond-for-artThe article discusses how to create Ghibli-style AI portraits using Grok 3, a software tool that doesn't require a ChatGPT subscription. The process involves using pre-trained models and fine-tuning them on specific datasets to achieve the desired style. This can be done by adjusting parameters such as color palette, texture, and composition. For example, artist and researcher, Ryoichi Kurokawa, used Grok 3 to create a Ghibli-inspired portrait of Studio Ghibli's founder, Hayao Miyazaki. The technique allows for creative control over the output, making it accessible to artists without extensive programming knowledge.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/how-to-generate-ghibli-style-ai-images-using-xai-grok-3-no-chatgpt-subscription-needed-elon-musk-11743214190572.htmlStromae's song "Ma Meilleure Ennemie" will be featured as an extended version in Netflix's animated series Arcane, following its original release by Paul Van Haver (also known as Stromae) and his collaboration with Sante.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1296457-coldplay-stromae-upcoming-collaboration-making-fans-super-impatientMartha Argerich, a renowned pianist, received a distinction at a ceremony in Bern, Switzerland, attended by Romanian Embassy officials and international guests. She expressed gratitude for her connections with Romanian artists, including Ion Marin and Radu Lupu, and shared her excitement to return to Bucharest for two concerts as part of the "George Enescu" International Festival this fall. Argerich also confirmed her participation in a series of meetings with children from Romania's Cantus Mundi program, which she has supported since its founding by Maestro Ion Marin.
https://www.romania-insider.com/romania-decorates-renowned-pianist-martha-argerich-2025A small town in the US is leveraging art therapy as a form of treatment for patients with mental health issues, with local hospitals incorporating creative expression into their care plans. Dr. Rachel Kim, a leading expert on integrative medicine, has been working closely with artists to develop customized programs that combine art-making with traditional therapies. Meanwhile, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, researchers are exploring the use of AI-powered chatbots to help doctors identify early warning signs of burnout and provide personalized support to their colleagues.
https://www.cbs8.com/video/news/health/turning-art-into-medicine-how-ai-fights-doctor-burnout-eye-on-health/91-46f3e02e-635a-46ce-9261-474f20105c4bThe Philadelphia Museum of Art is hosting an exhibition on art and design in the 1940s, highlighting the resourcefulness and determination of artists and designers who continued to create despite the challenges of the Second World War.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/03/28/with-art-and-design-in-the-1940s-philadelphia-museum-of-art-is-exploring-a-decade-of-two-halvesCelia Paul's latest monograph, "Celia Paul: Works 1975–2025", explores the artist's fascination with gender and identity through her work. Paul, who paints mostly women, reveals a paradox in her own writing, describing how she has been defined by men while seeking acceptance from them. Her current exhibition at Victoria Miro Gallery in London features paintings of male artists Freud, Frank Auerbach, Francis Bacon, and Michael Andrews, with Paul stating she "belongs among them, even if they can't let me in". This statement reflects both her confidence as an artist and vulnerability about belonging.
https://hyperallergic.com/999084/celia-paul-paints-her-place-in-the-world/Elton John has revealed his desired tombstone message as "When This Old World Is Done With Me", a lyric from one of his new songs, which prompted an emotional reaction after he cried for 45 minutes while working on the track.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14545443/Elton-John-sweet-message-tombstone-mortality.htmlPrintmaking expert Erdos emphasizes the importance of understanding the process and story behind a print when investing in one. She suggests visiting a publisher or dealer to gain insight into the artist's involvement in the creation of the work, as this can lead to a greater appreciation for the labor involved. According to Viljoen, personal preference is key, advising against investing in a print solely based on its name, but rather in a piece that resonates with you emotionally.
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