Art

June 10, 2023

Artist Reimagines the Iconic Metal Ruler to “Measure the Unmeasurable” in Our Lives

Throughout history, measuring instruments have helped us make sense of our environment. Ancient civilizations used body parts to indicate length while relying on celestial bodies to tell time. With the introduction of more uniform measuring systems, the world was able to fall into place and quantify anything at any scale, from the smallest bacteria to entire planets. But what about measuring the intangible things that also inform our life? Can feelings be counted?

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June 8, 2023

Artistic Tastes Revealed: Discover Your Ideal Art Experience [Quiz]

Love art but aren't sure how to describe your taste? We've got the quiz for you. Just answer eight simple questions about the art that you respond to, and we'll tell you about the qualities that make up your artistic taste. And, as a bonus, if you enter your email address, we'll send your results straight to your inbox along with information about some artists whose work you might enjoy.

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June 5, 2023

Surreal “Stretchy” Ceramic Pots Imagine Souls Trying To Escape From Within

Artist Jackson Shaner creates pottery that borders on terrifying. His surreal vessels appear as the keeper of souls, and those souls are trying to escape. The screaming faces and tiny hands attempt to break the confines of the pots, stretching the sides and showcasing the vessels' malleable strength. (The pots, after all, are strong enough to contain the force of these beings.)

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May 30, 2023

New Keith Haring Exhibit at The Broad Is a Vibrant Showcase of the Artist’s Iconic Work

An expansive exhibition at The Broad celebrates the iconic art of Keith Haring through over 120 pieces of art and archival materials. It's the first museum exhibition in Los Angeles to explore Haring's groundbreaking art and his impact on the contemporary art world. Fittingly, the exhibit is running at a time when Haring's close friend Jean-Michel Basquiat is also getting the spotlight next door in his own show at the Grand LA.

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