Painting

July 14, 2026

New Frida Kahlo Art Prize Will Award $50,000 To Emerging Mexican Artists

It has been 70 years since Frida Kahlo’s passing, and her legacy continues to inspire new generations of artists. Fundación Kahlo for Mexican Art and Culture has announced The Kahlo Art Prize, a new biennial award for emerging Mexican artists, giving recipients the opportunity to receive a $50,000 stipend and exhibit their work at the recently opened Museo Casa Kahlo in Mexico City.

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June 20, 2026

Artist Honors Filipino Heritage With Expressionist Techniques and Playful Compositions [Interview]

In the work of artist Gracinha “Inha” Arceo, women take center stage. After all, to the painter, her medium of choice is a vehicle for empowerment. On her canvases, Arceo makes room for connection and emotion, filling them with rich colors and thorough details that elevate the female characters, reminding us that few things are as brave as taking up space. Sharing the spotlight is Arceo’s heritage.

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June 17, 2026

Faceless Figures Fold Into and Away From One Another in Paintings Exploring Human Connection

Interconnectedness and hope are two prevalent themes in artist Alex Gardner’s luminous new work, Animals, at Perrotin in Los Angeles. The show features 13 new paintings depicting Gardner’s classic faceless figures as they flow into and away from each other against backdrops of rich blues and greens. The paintings range in scale, with some canvases as small as 10 by 14 inches and others as large as 4 by 8 feet.

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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.