The first edition of Baluarte – Urban Art Exhibition makes Monte Pedral the largest open-air gallery with works designed for large structures, unusual circuits and dreams the size of a wall in a large barracks. From September 16th to October 1st – and exclusively at the weekend – there will also be programs for the whole family, conferences and lots of music to celebrate an art that, although urban, belongs to everyone. Find out more here.
Madrid's Reina Sofia Museum has reversed a ban on the public taking photographs with Picasso's famous 'Guernica' in an attempt to control crowds.
The Vila Flor Cultural Center (CCVF), in Guimarães, celebrates its 18th anniversary with a week of shows in a demonstration of diversity and dedication to the (multiple) arts that have always been associated with its existence. Find out more here.
UNESCO's regional director for the Maghreb said yesterday that Friday's earthquake in Morocco caused "greater damage than expected", particularly in Marrakesh, after a visit to the affected areas. Find out more here.
A 22-year-old German man has been detained in Florence for allegedly damaging a 16th-century marble statue of Neptune after climbing on it to pose for a photograph. Find out more here.
Francesca Woodman, an enigmatic figure in the world of photography, left an indelible mark despite her tragically short career. His black and white self-portraits, which blur the boundaries between reality and abstraction, transcend conventional self-representation. In this article, we delve into the life and art of Francesca Woodman, exploring the themes, influences and innovative techniques that define her legacy.
The feature film 'Poor Things', by Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, won the Golden Lion for best film, the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, announced the jury of this 80th edition of the event, chaired by director Damien Chazelle. Find out more here.
New exhibition "Letting Loose" by Paula Rego in London evokes the painter's period of metamorphosis. The exhibition at Galeria Victoria Miro will be accompanied by a new publication, with an essay by Cecilia Alemani, the curator responsible for the 2022 Venice Art Biennale. Find out more here.
Bernardo Marques developed a distinctive style, marked by a synthetic and nervous line. Find out more at P55.ART Magazine.
Carl Andre is an American visual artist known for his work in minimalist sculpture and conceptual art. His works often explore the relationship between space, form and material. His minimalist sculptures challenged traditional conventions of sculpture, emphasizing the importance of the surrounding space and the relationship between the viewer and the work of art. Find out more here.
Every lot in Freddie Mercury's London Sotheby's “A World of His Own” auction – from his well-worn Adidas high-top sneakers to his antique Italian pietra dure table – found a buyer on September 6, for a total of of £12.2 million. The live evening sale, held at Sotheby's New Bond Street, was greeted by a room that Oliver Barker, chairman of Sotheby's Europe, described as “electric”. Find out more here.
Minimalism was an artistic movement that emerged in the 1960s, characterized by the search for extreme simplicity in art. In this article, we will explore the work of five artists who have left an indelible mark on the art scene with their minimalist approach, revealing how much beauty can be found in simplicity.
The exhibition "Plug-in. Joana Vasconcelos", which will include "Tree of Life", and "The Surrealist Castle" by Mário Cesariny are among the exhibitions that open from September 29th at the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT), in Lisbon. Find out more here.
The legacy of Sofia Areal in contemporary art it is characterized by its innovation, versatility, emotional expression and cultural contributions. Find out more about the artist in this article.