Peter Max U.S. Open Art Featured in New York Times

The New York Times recently chronicled how iconic Pop artist Peter Max not only created art for the 1997 U.S. Open, but also adapted and expanded on his original work for the 2017 tennis [...]

5 Reasons Why Arts Education Is Important For EVERYONE

“Ya gotta have art!” That was the slogan for the Detroit Institute of Arts back in the 1970s (forever immortalized by this joyfully catchy commercial), but the sentiment regarding arts education [...]

Anatole Krasnyansky Remembers Tommy Hawkins (1936–2017)

To many, Tommy Hawkins was an NBA star who set an example for others. For artist Anatole Krasnyansky, he was more than that—he was a dear friend. Hawkins, the first black basketball player to [...]

Art News: Dalí Not a Father, Louvre Abu Dhabi Opening, Heist Suspect Being Charged

The art world is full of fascinating exhibitions, intriguing discoveries, and moments that shape history. Here are some of the latest news items making art headlines.   DNA Test Proves [...]

Behind the Artist: LeRoy Neiman

The worlds of fine art and sports don’t commonly collide. To American artist LeRoy Neiman, however, the culture of athleticism was a dynamic masterpiece. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1921, [...]

Video Premiere: Patrick Guyton Paints Elegance in Gold

Substrate: a substance or layer that underlies something on which a process occurs. This is where enzymes act, and from which organisms live, grow, or obtain nourishment. Patrick Guyton is a [...]

Semi-Finalists Selected in MI Great Artist

The votes have been tallied, and 22 Michigan artists will now compete as semi-finalists for the title of 2017 MI Great Artist. More than 34,500 votes were cast during the contest’s 12-day public [...]

Art News: Artistic Satellite, Museum Visitors Damage Art, Museums Hurt by Harvey

The art world is full of fascinating exhibitions, intriguing discoveries, and moments that shape history. Here are some of the latest news items making art headlines.   Nevada Museum of Art [...]

Marko Mavrovich Donates Paintings to SEAL Legacy Foundation

Artist Marko Mavrovich admits the emotions his military-themed paintings evoke makes it difficult to complete the works. “When I paint these paintings of soldiers with dogs I can’t start and [...]

5 Tips for Attending Your First Art Auction

Attending an onboard art auction is a rite of passage for anyone who takes a cruise. With exciting bidding, compelling seminars, and intriguing exhibitions, the art program is sure to be the [...]