Visual Arts
Arrests made in Rotterdam art heist
Romanian police have arrested three men suspected of stealing seven masterpieces from a Rotterdam art museum last year.
Artists call for human rights overhaul at Abu Dhabi Louvre site
Construction of the new branch of the Louvre museum and the Guggenheim museum draw negative responses from artists, curators and…
Art not only for the 1% says Christie’s chief
Christie’s chief Steven Murphy has boldly declared that the future of art will not be limited to those 1% rich…
Brazilian workers receive $25 a month to spend on culture
Brazilian workers are set to receive a cultural stipend of $25 a month.
Chilean creativity honoured at 2012 National Prize
A host of creatives have been honoured as winners of the 2012 Chilean National Prize.
International sanctions hurt Iranian artists
International sanctions and a dire economic situation have hit Iranian artists hard. With extreme inflation and rising cost of living,…
Busker-led revival for Christchurch
The return of the popular World Buskers Festival to central Christchurch is a major stepping stone for a city still…
Chilean artist Jorge Selaron found dead at his iconic Rio masterpiece
Chilean artist Jorge Selaron was found dead on the steps of his 20-year-old project, the Selaron Stairs.
Art Basel Hong Kong unveils exhibitors list
The upcoming Art Basel Hong Kong will feature 245 galleries from all over the world.
Pussy Riot plea over child rejected in court
Jailed Pussy Riot member Maria Alyokhina has had her plea to be released in order to look after her child…