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August 18, 2025

Anish Kapoor and Greenpeace Partner on Powerful Environmental Installation in the North Sea

Renowned artist Anish Kapoor and Greenpeace have come together for a powerful art installation in the North Sea. Created on the side of an active offshore gas site, BUTCHERED is a striking commentary on the dire consequences of fossil fuel extraction. Aimed specifically at oil giants, the artwork was installed by expert Greenpeace climbers, who scaled a Shell gas platform off the coast of England to bring Kapoor’s vision to life.

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August 1, 2025

Mesmerizing Kinetic Sculpture Made of Delicately Stacked Steel Rings

Spanish artist SpY has created yet another mesmerizing kinetic sculpture with Cycles. In this piece, nine rings slowly rotate on their axis, creating a fascinating symphony of movement. As these rings spin at different speeds, they perform choreography that naturally draws the viewer in. Installed in Madrid, the sculpture proves the power of minimalist design. SpY has delicately stacked the rings, with their differing diameters adding enough variety to please the eye.

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July 21, 2025

Johnny Depp Releases Two Limited-Edition Prints Created in a Time He Felt “Very Present”

Actor Johnny Depp is best known for his work in films like Pirates of the Carribean and Edward Scissorhands, but did you know he’s also a painter? Drawing was a constant companion for Depp as a child, accompanying him as his family moved frequently. In the early 2000s, when he was living in the French countryside and married to Vanessa Paradis, he began showing his paintings to the world.

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