Octavia Butler’s science fiction writing, in which black heroines and heroes confront and overcome catastrophic events, inspired a generation of artists and writers, especially those drawn to Afrofuturist ideas. In …
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Adrian Pedrosa, curator of the 2024 iteration of the Venice Biennale, announced this morning that the title and theme of the event will be “Strangers everywhere”. The exhibit will explore …
Marvel catches Flak for the AI-generated opening sequence of its new ‘Secret Invasion’ series
As the Hollywood writers strike passes the 50-day mark, Marvel delivered a timely, if unwelcome, example of one of its core grievances: the unregulated use of artificial intelligence in the …
The British Museum has removed the translations from its new exhibition, China’s Hidden Century (until October 8), after a translator alleged that his work had been used without permission, credit …
Independent Curators International (ICI), a New York-based non-profit organization, announced author Uzodinma Iweala as the recipient of its 2022 Leo Award. with whose team he shares the prize. Under his …
A collector has won a rare 17th-century terracotta sculpture for a record $2.85 million at an auction in France. From now on, the Louvre appropriates it
Imagine walking into an auction house, determined to bring home a historic treasure of art. The coin you want sparks a heated bidding war, but you win even as the …
The curator of the Venice Biennale reveals his vision for next year’s exhibition
Adriano Pedrosa, curator of the 2024 Venice Biennale, set out his vision for the 60th International Art Exhibition next year (April 20-November 24, 2024). His Venice show, titled Strangers everywherewill …
Anne Vallayer-Coster still life thought lost 200 years fetches record $2.8 million at auction
The French painter of still lifes Anne Vallayer Costerthe second woman ever admitted to the Royal Academy of France (or Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture), broke its auction record …
London fair partners with star artists from Tracey Emin to Alvaro Barrington for anniversary edition
Frieze London is celebrating 20 years since its launch in 2003 by inviting eight leading artists to select other artists to receive solo stands at its next edition (11-15 October). …
Solange Knowles Launches and Sells Her First Collection of Artist-Commissioned Glassware + Other Stories
Art Industry News is a daily summary of the most important developments in the art world and the art market. Here’s what you need to know this Thursday, June 22. …