The M+ museum of visual culture in Hong Kong is set to unveil an exhibition featuring over 60 works by Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. The exhibition, titled "Picasso for Asia: A Conversation", will be on display from March to July 2025 and will include a piece called "The Acrobat" (1930) in its collection.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/3292475/11-hong-kong-art-exhibitions-coming-2025-including-picasso-renoir-and-cezanne-shows?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionBaloch, a native of Balochistan who now resides in Karachi, draws from his experiences as a documentarian in his paintings, particularly in the 'Devotion and Resonance' series. His acrylic works feature layered textures and abstract forms that convey a sense of timelessness, as seen in "Devotion I", which combines gold leaf and acrylic to create a harmonious and contemplative piece that feels like a silent prayer.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/magazine/you/1266319-of-devotion-and-resonanceBendigo Art Gallery's Emma Busowsky discusses a significant artwork in the gallery's collection. The painting, which is not specified as being the oldest item, was the first acquisition made by the gallery. It is one of many treasures hidden away at regional galleries across Victoria, with only a small percentage on display at any given time.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/ghosts-ginger-beer-and-the-fall-of-troy-a-look-at-victoria-s-hidden-artistic-gems-20241128-p5ku9w.htmlThe Missoula Children's Theatre is hosting a New Year's Eve performance featuring dancers from various backgrounds and styles, including the Show Tyme Academy dancers. The event aims to bring together different groups from around the world to appreciate diverse dance forms and art. Dancers Eva Joy Erickson and Ruby Mae Ferriter are excited about the opportunity to showcase their talents and connect with the community. The performance is part of the Missoula on Main events, which benefit Arts Missoula, a local organization that supports the arts in the area.
https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/nye-2025-missoula-on-main-returns-to-celebrate-artThe Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture has acquired a large-scale tapestry by Brooklyn-based artist Christopher Myers that explores the life of Nat Turner, who led a slave revolt in 1831. The quilt, titled "The Grim Work of Death", measures nearly 32 feet long and features imagery such as lips stitched together, farm tools, red tears, and clashes between white and brown figures, symbolizing the complexities of history and its impact on individuals.
https://hyperallergic.com/978561/10-notable-us-museum-acquisitions-in-2024/A duct-taped banana bag, dubbed "Walmés," has sold out on Walmart's website and was auctioned for $6.2 million at an art event. The item sparked a social media debate about the mass availability of luxury items often associated with wealth status, with some praising Walmart for making them accessible to a wider audience while others criticized the bags as cheap and promoting fast fashion.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/business/company-news/walmart-is-selling-birkin-bag-lookalikes-is-it-frugal-or-fast-fashionThe five-episode series "Soaring Guangdong" showcases the cultural heritage of China's dynamic region through a celebration of its living traditions. Host Anzelika Smirnova explores the centuries-old art form of Han Opera, learning intricate makeup and body movements from veteran performers at the Baietan Greater Bay Area Art Center in Guangzhou. The series also highlights interactive installations that breathe new life into classical carvings and sculptures, making cultural artifacts more accessible to a rapidly evolving world. "Soaring Guangdong" aims to promote cross-cultural understanding by preserving the region's rich traditions while embracing innovation, as stated by Qunshan Fu, editor-in-chief of Guangdong Radio and Television Converged Media Center.
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241229284804/en/CICC-Soaring-Guangdong-Celebrates-Stories-of-Preserved-Living-HeritageA recently discovered sculpture attributed to Camille Claudel is believed by experts to be a representation of her personal life and artistic style. The piece, titled "The Age of Maturity", features a girl on her knees alongside an older woman and a male figure, which are thought to represent the artist's longtime partner Rose Beuret and herself, respectively. The sculpture was cast in bronze by Eugène Blot, who owned exclusive rights to it and helped promote Claudel's work. Only three other complete versions of the piece exist, with one held at the Musée Camille Claudel in Nogent-sur-Seine and two larger casts at the Musée d'Orsay and the Musée Rodin.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/stunning-sculpture-by-camille-claudel-rediscovered-in-an-abandoned-parisian-apartment-180985716/The National Institute for Autism Awareness (NIAD) was founded by psychologist Elias Katz and his wife, artist Florence Ludins-Katz, who aimed to promote the work of artists with autism in the mainstream art world. As a result, several artists associated with NIAD have had their work represented by commercial galleries and included in museum collections, providing individuals with autism an outlet for self-expression through art.
https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/living/2024/12/31/us-artist-with-autism-holds-solo-exhibition-at-new-york039s-museum-of-modern-art