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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Gallery: The exhibition at the Kai Art Center features Paul Kuimet and Norwegian visual art

The Kai Art Center in Tallinn hosts an exhibition featuring Estonian photographer Paul Kuimet and Norwegian visual artist Magnhild Øen Nordahl, titled 'Unfolded View.'

Mar 21 • 06:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Liberia Has No National Arts Program. This Gallery Is Filling the Void

A gallery in Liberia is addressing the lack of a national arts program by providing essential art training for students.

Mar 20 • 15:55 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Baltic Visual Theatre Showcase Will Take Place in Latvia for the First Time

The Baltic Visual Theatre Showcase will occur for the first time in Latvia from May 22 to 24, featuring the best visual theatre performances from the region.

Mar 17 • 13:52 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Art Scene in Latvia – Fragmented but Alive. The Latvia Art Prize Will Be Awarded for the First Time

This article discusses the inaugural Latvia Art Prize, its purpose, challenges, and the creative initiatives emerging in the fragmented Latvian art scene.

Mar 17 • 11:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Art Scene in Latvia – Fragmented, Yet Alive. The First Latvian Art Year Award Will Be Presented

The inaugural Latvian Art Year Award aims to recognize the diverse art scene in Latvia despite its challenges and fragmentation.

Mar 17 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Chico Amaral participates in an exhibition in Barcelona

Visual artist Chico Amaral is showcasing his work at the 'O Assalto da Ilusão' exhibition in Barcelona, alongside other notable artists.

Mar 16 • 20:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

From Actor to Painter... There is a 'Clown' in Park Shin-yang's Exhibition

Park Shin-yang showcases his second solo exhibition, blending visual art with theatrical elements, at the Sejong Center in Seoul.

Mar 16 • 08:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Peridis: the courtship of Alfonso

A cartoon illustrating the theme of courtship involving Alfonso, reflecting personal opinion through visual art.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Peridis: capable of anything

The article features a humorous illustration by Peridis, reflecting on the versatility of the artist.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Bécquer Family: The Great Invention of the Myth of Eternal Seville

An exhibition dedicated to the Bécquer family at the Museo de Bellas Artes in Seville explores the visual origins of the Andalusian stereotypes that continue to shape tourist perceptions.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

"Invisible Stitches": 48 artists "sew" a visual narrative about women

An exhibition titled 'Invisible Stitches' showcasing the works of 48 artists exploring women's experiences is set to open in Palaia, Greece, on International Women's Day, March 8, 2026.

Mar 6 • 14:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Promotion of exhibitions: In Vicente López, artists are called and subsidies are provided for the winners' exhibits

The municipality of Vicente López has announced the launch of Visuales 2026, inviting artists to apply for funding to showcase collective art projects.

Mar 5 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Immersive Amazon': Unprecedented Exhibition Transforms Works of Regional Artists into 360° Experience in Belém

The exhibition 'Amazônia Imersiva' offers a 360° audiovisual experience that allows the audience to immerse themselves in the works of Amazonian artists, starting on March 10 in Belém.

Mar 3 • 22:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Tadashi Kawamata, Japanese artist: "When you occupy public space, there is always backlash; in Toronto, they even called me a visual terrorist for my crazy structures"

Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata discusses the backlash artists face when occupying public space and highlights his innovative installations using natural materials.

Mar 3 • 10:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Reijo Raekallio has died

Finnish visual artist Reijo Raekallio has passed away at the age of 75 in Kittilä due to health complications.

Mar 2 • 15:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Visual artist Reijo Raekallio has died

Finnish visual artist Reijo Raekallio passed away at the age of 75 on March 1st in Kittilä.

Mar 2 • 14:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Erki Laur: I also seek the drama in photos that happens in real life

Photographer and actor Erki Laur discusses his lifelong passion for visual arts and how real-life drama inspires his photography work.

Mar 2 • 10:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At HCO, you achieve your visual freedom with maximum precision and comfort

The HCO in Uberlândia, Brazil, has become a leading eye hospital due to significant investments in advanced ophthalmological technology, including the state-of-the-art Visumax 800 laser system.

Mar 2 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Pioneering Visual Artist Eugènia Balcells Dies at 82

Pioneering visual artist Eugènia Balcells, known for her experimental use of technology in art and film, has passed away at the age of 82.

Mar 1 • 16:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Does artificial intelligence threaten visual art? Researcher Šķilters and artist Peters discuss

The article discusses the role of artificial intelligence in the creative processes of visual art, emphasizing its collaboration with human creators.

Mar 1 • 11:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Republican Memory Foundation opens registrations for visual arts exhibition of Maranhão 2026

The Republican Memory Foundation has opened registrations for the 2026 visual arts exhibition in Maranhão, inviting local artists to submit their work by March 25, 2026.

Feb 25 • 15:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even with the brush, Kim Soo-cheol, born to be a singer

Kim Soo-cheol, a renowned musician, showcases his hidden artistic creations in an exhibition that combines vibrant visuals and musical inspiration.

Feb 25 • 10:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Artist Miervaldis Polis Has Passed Away

Miervaldis Polis, a significant figure in contemporary Latvian art, has died, leaving behind a legacy of innovative contributions to visual arts and performance.

Feb 21 • 16:25 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The drawing that awakens consciousness through the gaze of Rocío Hoffmann and Bad Bunny’s musical revolution

Mexican artist Rocío Hoffmann describes her inspiration from Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance, creating a compelling visual tribute that challenges societal norms.

Feb 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Creators' Lenses Document 'The Smile of the Sky'.. The Ramadan Crescent Illuminates the Horizon in Artistic Panels

Photographers capture the celestial beauty of the Ramadan crescent, showcasing rare planetary alignments in stunning visual displays.

Feb 19 • 08:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Against Abuse of Power and Misogyny: Visual Shouts from Women at the Macba

An exhibition at the Macba in Buenos Aires features the work of female artists depicting resistance against power abuse and misogyny.

Feb 16 • 17:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Yorgos Lanthimos: Photographs – The first exhibition of the internationally acclaimed creator in Greece

The exhibition 'Yorgos Lanthimos: Photographs' showcases 182 photographs from the acclaimed Greek director, marking his first exhibition in Greece and offering insights into his unique visual language.

Feb 16 • 07:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Leïla Ka's viral dance remains anecdotal

Leïla Ka's viral dance performance, 'Maldonne', showcases powerful moments but ultimately remains a simple visual collage rather than a profound artistic experience.

Feb 15 • 16:14 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

"Through music, I learned to manage emotion": Zeta Yeyati

Argentinian artist Zeta Yeyati combines visual art and music to create emotionally charged works that promote joy and connection.

Feb 14 • 01:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A new sound art laboratory opened in Riga: 'AB12 Cabinet' offers alternative education

The AB12 Cabinet in Riga is a new sound art laboratory that combines immersive audio-visual experiences with alternative educational opportunities.

Feb 12 • 13:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Gondwana Project: how the sound sculptures of Daniel Papaleo connect continents

The Gondwana Project, developed by Argentine sculptor Daniel Papaleo, features sound sculptures that create a multi-sensory experience by combining visual art with music and natural sounds.

Feb 11 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Christina Makropoulou: "...Art [...] a refuge that brings us back to the essential"

Visual artist Christina Makropoulou presents her new work in her solo exhibition featuring paintings on photographic paper.

Feb 10 • 09:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wim Wenders in Interview: "As if music and images have always been together"

Wim Wenders discusses his artistic preparation for the 'W.I.M.' exhibition and the 'Driven by Music' festival, emphasizing the integral connection between music and visual art.

Feb 9 • 06:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

David Lamelas: "I wanted plastic arts to stop being visual and become social"

Argentine artist David Lamelas reflects on his diverse artistic career as he prepares for a retrospective at the Dia Art Foundation in New York City.

Feb 6 • 22:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Federico Lamas: the Argentine artist who hides infernal scenes in plain sight

Federico Lamas is an Argentine visual artist known for incorporating themes of hell and condemnation in his work, inspired by a powerful preacher he observed in 2008.

Feb 6 • 13:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

With 100 years of life, the visual artist Juan Manuel Guillén presents himself at BADA Mexico 2026

At the BADA art fair, celebrated artist Juan Manuel Guillén showcases his work in celebration of his centennial, highlighting his remarkable 85-year career and notable connections to iconic figures like Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo.

Feb 6 • 00:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Internal Topography of the Mind and Memory

Visual artist Christina Makropoulou presents her new work featuring painted pieces on photographic paper at an exhibition opening on February 6, 2026, in Gkizi.

Feb 4 • 08:31 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Create the Next: Vitex Enters a New Era of Development with a New Logo and Visual Identity from G Design Studio

Vitex is undergoing a significant, multi-level transformation that marks its entry into a new era of growth while continuing to lead the market, highlighted by the operation of a new state-of-the-art factory.

Feb 2 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The Absence of the Present: A Special Visual Coexistence within the Hellenic-American Union

The Greek-American Union showcases the first solo painting exhibition of artist Nikos Kanoglou titled 'The Absence of the Present,' curated by the artistic group Wooden Rider, of which the artist is a founding member.

Feb 2 • 10:56 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

David Lynch as a Visual Artist: A Visionary of the Uncanny

The article explores David Lynch's lesser-known work as a visual artist, highlighting how it might gain recognition following his passing.

Jan 15 • 08:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Renowned sculptor and glass artist Václav Cigler has died at 96

On Thursday, renowned sculptor, visual artist, and educator Václav Cigler passed away at the age of 96, as announced by his son Jakub Cigler.

Jan 10 • 13:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

From Film to Avant-Garde: Over 400 Iconic Posters by Bučan, Ljubičić, Picelj, Martek Arrive at Lauba...

The exhibition 'Words, Images, and Dreams – Posters from the Collection of Petar Smiljanić' opens on January 9 at Lauba in Zagreb, featuring over 400 posters from a collection comprising around ten thousand, spanning from the early decades of the 20th century to the beginning of the 2000s.

Jan 5 • 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Gallery Exhibition on Punk Art: Antipampe in the White Cube

The exhibition at the Berlin art space Nizza showcases contemporary positions of punk in visual arts, featuring a distinctive artwork that critiques capitalism.

Dec 28 • 20:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The painter, visual artist, and sculptor Michalis Katzourakis has passed away

Michalis Katzourakis, a prominent painter, visual artist, and sculptor, died on Christmas Eve, with the funeral to take place on December 30 at Saint George's Church in Melissia.

Dec 26 • 22:15 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

An unknown anatomical drawing by Michelangelo reveals how the science of the human body influenced the visual architecture of the Sistine Chapel

An unknown anatomical drawing by Michelangelo demonstrates the significant impact of human body science on the visual design of the Sistine Chapel.

Dec 26 • 13:18 UTC
🇮🇹 Corriere della Sera
Life & Tech

A 'visual portal' connects Dublin and New York

An artistic installation has allowed people from Dublin and New York to see each other face-to-face as part of an innovative public art project.

May 12 • 22:11 UTC

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