Art scene

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In the present day, rigid boundaries between nation, culture and biography are increasingly dissolving, while at the same time new front lines are emerging around belonging, origin and visibility.

Between origin and expressiveness: The return of strong cultural symbols in the art world

9 months ago

Anyone who has scrolled through exhibitions, biennials, off-spaces, or even just social media in recent years will quickly notice a…

The early death of film star Marilyn Monroe in the 1960s provided the perfect template for a timeless work of art.

From pop culture to eternity: how icons conquer the screen

9 months ago

They smile from billboards, stare from magazine covers, and fill our screens: icons. But what happens when these ephemeral figures of…

Africa's rich and diverse nature and vibrant culture have inspired artists for centuries

Fascination Africa: Artistic inspirations from nature and culture

9 months ago

Africa's rich and diverse nature and vibrant culture have inspired artists for centuries. From the vivid colors of…

A mural is admired by nighttime passers-by - the motif could be symbolic of our topic.

Zeitgeist 2025: The Most Exciting Trends in Art, Culture, Fashion, and Interior Design

10 months ago

In a world where aesthetics, identity, technology and sustainability are becoming increasingly intertwined, the year 2025 marks a turning point…

View of the historic Munich City Hall at Marienplatz in the evening sun

From beer festival to performance art: Munich's path to becoming a modern event metropolis

10 months ago

Munich – a city that fascinatingly combines contrasts. Between baroque splendor, traditional customs and future-oriented innovation…

On December 1, 2023, Leon Löwentraut was awarded the Ernst Barlach Prize for Fine Arts by the Ernst Barlach Society Hamburg.

Leon Löwentraut presents LANDSCAPES: Between Tradition and Modernity in Madrid

11 months ago

Leon Löwentraut is considered the face of a new generation of artists who are bringing fresh energy to the international art scene. Since his 7th birthday…

Street art – or urban art – is an art form that is accessible to everyone and has evolved from its beginnings as a form of rebellion into an internationally recognized art phenomenon.

What is street art? Origins, styles, techniques & intentions

11 months ago

The term "street art" describes an art form that takes place in public spaces. It is generally free and open to everyone

Glasses as a visual trademark in the art world

Artistic identity: How glasses became the trademark of famous artists

1 year ago

In May 2016, an American teenager placed his glasses on the floor of an exhibition room at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art…

From static to dynamic: Creative GIFs in the modern art scene

1 year ago

This year marks the 30th anniversary of creative GIFs, which have evolved from simple image loops into a well-known art form

Street art and murals are firmly established in London's cityscape.

Visiting art in London – which places & entrance fees are worth it in 2025?

1 year ago

When people think of London, they often picture iconic landmarks, but the vibrant metropolis has much more to offer than…

Art is open to everyone who wants to experience it

Creative escape or a reflection of society? The role of art in our modern world

1 year ago

Art has existed since the dawn of humanity. Throughout history, people have always created and celebrated art. It has been and always will be an inseparable part of human life, regardless of ethnicity, political beliefs, or cultural background.

With the help of captions and textual context, exhibitions become a journey of discovery and provide visitors with genuine insights.

Understanding and experiencing art: How evocative texts bring the world of art closer

1 year ago

Art speaks – but not always in a language everyone understands. Art has many forms of expression that impress, provoke, or…

Modern computer systems foster a new dimension of creativity that delves deeply into digital aesthetics and stimulates innovative discourse.

Digital art in the 21st century – the connection between art and technology

1 year ago

The rapid development of digital tools has fundamentally changed the possibilities of artistic expression in recent decades. While traditional genres –…