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Somerset House art show revisits the last 50 years through the prism of horror

Creative Boom

An imaginative new art show points to how the horror genre influences rebellious artists and helps us to understand a chaotic world. There are modern works, too, including Pam Hogg's new Exterminating Angel (2021) and art by Gareth Pugh and the late Leigh Bowery. Kerry Stewart, The Boy From The Chemist Is Here To See You, 1993.

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Jean Jullien's bold, graphic underwater world will awaken your inner child

Creative Boom

It all takes place at the National Gallery of Victoria (aka NGV) in Melbourne, which was founded in 1861 and is both Australia's oldest and most visited art museum. The museum is currently holding its Triennial, a large-scale celebration of the best of contemporary international art and design, which takes place every three years.

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In ‘Zoophites,’ Les Lalanne Hybridize Beasts and Botany into Functional Sculptures

Colossal

It’s also an apt title for a poetic exhibition of sculptures blending beastly and botanical forms by the late Claude (1925-2019) and François-Xavier Lalanne (1927-2008). “It was difficult to be accepted in the art world,” Claude said.

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The 20 Best Art Blogs in 2024

We And The Color

Discover the best art blogs to fuel your creativity in 2024. The world of art is full of blogs that offer valuable information about art galleries, exhibitions, and movements. To help art enthusiasts, we have created a list of the top 20 art blogs that you must check out this year.

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Surreal Scenes Unfold in Sandy Skoglund’s Vibrant and Otherworldly Photographs

Colossal

All images © Sandy Skoglund, courtesy of Paci Contemporary, shared with permission For more than five decades, Sandy Skoglund has explored a fusion of photography, installation, and conceptual art. Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $5 per month.

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Mammoth Straw Creatures Populate Japanese Farmland in the Annual Wara Art Festival

Colossal

All images courtesy of Wara Art Festival. The towering sculptures are part of the Wara Art Festival , a summertime event that displays massive animals and mythical creations fashioned from the crop’s leftover straw.

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French Artist Jean Jullien Creates Playful Sculptural Pieces and Artworks with A Comical and Cartoony Style

Design You Trust

He has since graduated from Central Saint Martins (2008) and from the Royal College of Art (2010). Originally from Nantes, Jean completed a graphic design degree in Quimper before moving to London.