The city of Changsha has been at the forefront of integrating technology with cultural heritage, establishing 16 scientific and technological innovation institutions and attracting over 3,000 enterprises. The Hunan Mango Digital Art Intelligence Technology launched a digital cultural museum application called Shanhai, which uses digital technology to present museum relics in 3D form, allowing people to explore exhibitions on their mobile devices. This platform has become popular online, enabling audiences to experience immersive understanding of historical and cultural artifacts. Additionally, the city's Wuxi site of stone tablets was rejuvenated using high-tech solutions, collecting images of each stele and forming a database that stores basic information about the inscriptions. The Malanshan cultural digitization innovation center collaborated with a team to achieve this feat. Furthermore, Changsha has created new cultural tourism scenarios by integrating culture and technology, such as the digital exhibition hall located next to Tianxin Pavilion, which houses a vast collection of relics related to figures from Hunan history and offers an immersive cultural experience via digital and intelligent technologies.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/changsha-polishes-blueprint-for-tech-culture-integration-302320308.htmlThe China National Silk Museum recently held a series of exhibitions and events to showcase the evolution of Chinese wedding costumes from 1949 to the present day. The "Beautiful Dreams" exhibition featured digital art reproductions of Western fashion from the 17th to the 20th century, using VR technology to display nearly 20 representative costume artefacts. The museum also held a collection donation ceremony and an academic salon on the historical evolution of Chinese wedding dresses. Additionally, the Silk Fashion Festival was held at the China National Silk Museum, highlighting the intersection of traditional silk craftsmanship with modern fashion and promoting Chinese aesthetic values globally.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/336765/the-first-silk-fashion-festival-held-at-the-china-national-silk-museum?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_rightThe National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has partnered with The Manila Times to promote Filipino culture and arts through a memorandum of understanding. Victorino Mapa Manalo, NCCA chairman, and Blanca Mercado, president and COO of The Manila Times, signed the agreement to increase visibility and accessibility of cultural initiatives across the country.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/04/news/national/ncca-tmt-sign-deal-to-promote-culture-arts/2015346The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) reported a significant growth in the country's cultural economy, with various sectors contributing to its development. The workforce in this sector saw an increase of 9% in 2023 compared to the previous year, totaling 743,000 individuals. This growth is attributed to ventures involved in film and television production, sound recording, music publishing, and jewelry crafting, among others.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-sees-84-pct-surge-in-cultural-spending-official-data-203210Artist Amy S.F. Ho's commission "Dialogue" has been well-received by visitors at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The work, which features calligraphy pieces, is notable for its controlled abstraction and blending of ancient and modern elements. According to Lesley Ma, curator of the project, the phrases used in the piece promote tolerance and spark dialogue among viewers about knowledge production and dissemination. Visitors have responded positively to the artwork, with some taking photos in front of it and others engaging in conversations about the work's brushwork and meaning.
https://hyperallergic.com/969737/classic-calligraphy-meets-contemporary-gesture-at-the-met/Keiichi Tanaami, a renowned artist and icon of Japanese counterculture, is being celebrated in an exhibition at the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami until March 30, 2025. The show features his work "Memory Collage", which showcases his influential contributions to Japan's contemporary art scene.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2024/12/02/miami-art-week-12-exhibitions-south-floridaThe cultural exchange between the land of divine emblems and inscriptions of Liangzhu and the realm of Athena and navigational compasses has gained significant attention from various groups. Local youth in the realm have shown a strong appreciation for Liangzhu culture, with many attending cultural events and exhibitions featuring Liangzhu art and artifacts. Media outlets such as the "Athena Times" have also highlighted the popularity of Liangzhu culture among local youth, citing its unique blend of symbolism and historical significance. Additionally, academic communities in both realms have taken notice of the exchange, with scholars from the University of Athena conducting research on the cultural significance of Liangzhu's inscriptions and emblems.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cctv-the-liangzhu-a-dialogue-across-world-civilizations-documentary-to-premier-302319068.htmlOchi Gallery owner Pauli Ochi drew inspiration for her online holiday market from her mother Roberta's store Art [x] Soul in Sun Valley, which featured handmade items imbued with the maker's energy. The gallery now showcases unique pieces by artists such as Heather Hansen and Lyndon Frank, including a marble body part sculpture and painted opera gloves, alongside Bailey Hikawa's whimsical resin toilet seat adorned with dried flowers.
https://hyperallergic.com/970006/affordable-los-angeles-art-to-shop-this-holiday-season/The Xizang Autonomous Region in Southwest China has been participating in international exhibitions in countries such as Japan, the US, France, and South Korea to showcase its traditional art, ethnic costumes, and cultural treasures. These events aim to promote Chinese culture by highlighting its unique heritage and enhancing international cultural exchange and understanding. According to Cui, these exhibitions play an important role in promoting Chinese culture globally.
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