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Veronica Castro on the V&A's Diva exhibition and why it's a word we need to reclaim

Creative Boom

Plus, right now, there's an extra reason to visit: the chance to see original costumes worn by Maria Callas, Cher, Elton John, Janelle Monae and Marilyn Monroe in a major exhibition titled DIVA , running until 7 April 2024. What inspired this exhibition? The exhibition traced a story of opera across 400 years.

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16 of the best online shops to buy original art prints for your home

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So whether you're an artist yourself, an art aficionado, or just someone looking to infuse your home with a touch of creative flair, our handpicked list of online destinations will lead you to discover prints that are not just decorations but conversations. Artists & Objects 4. Hvass&Hannibal 6.

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12 of the best online clothing stores that sell unique pieces by leading artists and designers

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Some of our recommendations are sold directly by creatives themselves, while others are from larger stores that commission artists and illustrators to create unique designs for them. As she grew up in Turkey, it was the picture books from Aysha Tengiz's childhood that kept her sane and inspired her to become a freelance artist.

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Shotaro Kitada creates a serious yet jokey reality in his paper sculpture artworks

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Having studied graphics at university, Shotaro Kitada started his artistic career in 2018 as an illustrator. Curiously enough, though, Shotaro does not consider himself a sculpture artist. Shotaro's work appears singular, so it's no surprise that his artistic influences are similarly unique.

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Interview with Artist Carolina Amaya

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Embarking on a transformative journey that transcends borders and artistic landscapes, Carolina Amaya , born in Bogota, Colombia, in 1981, has emerged as a prominent contemporary artist now calling Berlin home. As her artistic voice resonates globally, she significantly contributes to shaping the discourse surrounding contemporary art.

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380 Artists, 51 Countries, 14 Years: A Community Embroidery Project Connects Women Around the Globe

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All images courtesy of Kirstie Macleod, shared with permission In her early 20s, artist Kirstie Macleod became intimately aware of the ways working with a shared purpose has the potential to form immediate bonds. Part of the project is to ensure that artists are compensated and have the opportunity to sell more of their work in the future.

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In a Patterned Menagerie, Artist Anne Lemanski Stitches Printed Papers into Animal Forms

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Beginning with a copper armature, the North Carolina-based artist stretches vintage paper or patterns of scanned objects across a minimal metal form and stitches the edges together into a geometric patchwork. “Tigris” (2018), copper rod, archival print on paper, artificial sinew, epoxy, plastic, 64 x 61 x 30 inches.