Art

March 22, 2026

Explore the Full Breadth of Ai Weiwei’s Creative Practice in This Sweeping Book

There’s so much more to Ai Weiwei’s practice than visual art. The Chinese artist has long worked at the intersection of contemporary art and political activism—an impressive feat, considering his native country has jailed, surveilled, and exiled him for his staunch advocacy of free expression. In spite of this intense persecution, Ai has risen to international renown, combining everything from traditional Chinese crafts to searing social commentary.

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March 20, 2026

Multidisciplinary Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera Exhibition To Land at the MoMA

This spring, Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera will become fixtures of New York’s cultural calendar. On May 14, the Metropolitan Opera will premiere El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego, a mythical reinterpretation of Kahlo and Rivera’s relationship with each other and with their art set during the Day of the Dead. But before El Último Sueño’s debut, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

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March 16, 2026

Artist Blends Family Heritage and Personal History To Create Folk Art-Inspired Paintings With a Twist

Blending personal narratives and cultural influences, artist Aunia Kahn paints portraiture ripe with symbolism. The gouache works feature female figures surrounded by ornate framing and repeating patterns. Birds and flowers are two of the most prominent symbols, communicating themes of freedom and rebirth. They are universal subjects that have particular significance to Kahn as it relates to her life and artistic journey.

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March 13, 2026

Frieze LA 2026: An Unforgettable Event With Incredible Art, Attendance, and Sales

Once again, Frieze Los Angeles hosted a successful edition at the Santa Monica Airport campus. Across its four-day run, this year’s fair attracted more than 32,000 visitors—including representatives from 160 museums and institutions—and spotlighted over 100 galleries from around the world. Considering its ambitious scope, Frieze LA unsurprisingly facilitated some significant sales.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.