Leonard Cohen, the legendary musician and artist, passed away just short of three years ago. However, Cohen has served as an influential source of inspiration for dozens of artists, musicians, and all sorts of creative individuals. In a soon to … Continued

Photography was originally a marvelous innovation in technology, but it also led to a number of changes in the realm of visual art, too. Painting and drawing lost its need to depict reality, and photography often took on the role … Continued

Street art harkens back to a more radical, democratic era in art, but now, it’s absolutely mainstream (sometimes even boring and banal.) However, at Tate Liverpool, one of the great artists who started on the streets is being rightfully celebrated: … Continued

Exhibitions from the permanent collections of museums can often be a tired affair. You might see some secondary works and sketches, and often, that’s about it. However, rarely does a museum put nine artworks together and create a stunning gallery … Continued

Frank Bowling is one of many artists from the post-war period who has never fully received his dues. Born in Guyana, and splitting time between London and New York, his approach to painting incorporates various forms of abstraction, poetry, and … Continued

Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat are considered some of the most iconic artists to come out of the second half of the twentieth-century, but their art wasn’t always celebrated. In the 1980s, Warhol was a has-been to critics and Basquiat … Continued

Abstract art after World War II was a discussion often dominated by white, male, mostly straight painters. It can feel like a rehash to explain and exhibit Abstract Expressionist or Minimalist canvases for the umpteenth time, but thanks to a … Continued

It’s a quiet time in the art world during the summer months. Usually there is a lull in major art fairs and exhibitions before the full swing of fall shows begin. However, if you do a little searching there are … Continued

The human body is a crucial and constant symbol and theme throughout the art of Francis Bacon. Known for rendering existential angst, violence, and sexuality, the body was used as a loaded weapon by the British painter. At a new … Continued

Turbulent times, whether they are personal or cultural, often require us to adapt and change, and this is often reflected in the work of artists. One such example is the artist Lorna Simpson. Originally finding success in photography and installation, … Continued