Tag: visual storytelling
In this interview, Sokhna Mariama talks about migration, nature, and working across different mediums. She shares how her life between Dakar and Italy shaped her way of seeing, how ideas guide her process, and how her projects invite people to take part rather than only observe.
In 2024, as reported by Artsy, galleries worldwide are becoming increasingly selective, with nearly 60 percent of reviewed portfolios receiving only preliminary consideration before deeper evaluation. The scrutiny reflects not just the quality of work but how it aligns with the gallery’s ongoing narrative, institutional relationships, and collector expectations. Understanding what galleries are prioritizing offers insight into how artists’ practices intersect with broader market and curatorial logics. Portfolios no longer exist in isolation. They are read in the context of exhibitions, past sales, and institutional visibility. Galleries act as both tastemakers…
“A new leaf” signals fresh beginnings, and for artists, January offers a chance to reset, reflect, and let curiosity lead the way. The month often feels quieter in the studio, a moment to pause before schedules fill and deadlines press in. Even in this calm, the art world continues to move, opening opportunities to encounter ideas, techniques, and perspectives that can expand thinking and influence how work develops in the months ahead. Exhibitions opening in this period highlight what is resonating culturally, showcasing approaches that can illuminate unexpected connections in an…
In this interview, Elodie Martin talks about how her childhood in Arles, her time exploring visual arts and her return to hand embroidery all come together in the pieces she creates today. She explains how she chooses her materials, how she moves between Lunéville crochet and needle work, and how works like Splinters of rose form a space where memory, care and the pace of nature meet. Her insights offer a close look at the thoughtful, steady way she builds stories through thread.
If you’ve been wondering whether your art belongs here, consider this your reassurance: it does. And more importantly, it’s wanted. Every submission so far has expanded this exhibition in ways we never expected, but there is still a space that only your perspective can fill. So if a place has shaped your heart, your imagination, or your identity, share that story through your work. Submit now, and let your landscape become part of a growing global dialogue about memory, meaning, and the worlds we carry within us.
Movies in winter is a cultural moment all its own. The long nights, the chill in the air, and the quiet hum of the world outside transform watching a film into an almost ritualistic experience. For artists, this moment becomes more than entertainment; it is a space to notice, reflect, and absorb. Every frame has a chance to settle into your mind like a quiet companion, offering subtle inspiration for your own creative practice. Indie films, in particular, shine in this context. Their carefully crafted worlds, deliberate pacing, and intimate storytelling…
In this interview, Daniela Tovar talks about the early paths that shaped her work, from theatre and music to design and years of training in drawing and painting. She shares how watercolour became the medium that suited her way of working and how travelling to learn from different teachers pushed her to grow in unexpected ways. Her insights reveal how painting and illustration each give her a way to tell stories and connect with others.
When a place stays with us, it leaves a mark on memory, on imagination, on art. The Women in Arts Network invites women-identifying and non-binary artists to explore the theme “Landscapes & Places” in our international virtual exhibition. Whether real, remembered, or imagined, these spaces shape who we are and how we see the world. Submit your work and share the places that live inside you.
Deadline Extended! You now have until December 30th to submit your work for the “Faces” exhibition. This is your chance to share your unique vision, join a global community of artists, and have your work featured alongside extraordinary creations from around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this inspiring showcase every face tells a story, and we want to see yours.
Most artists know the uneasy feeling of trying to update an old artist statement and not knowing where to start. It sits on your desktop for months because every attempt feels either too stiff or too vague. You read it back and feel disconnected from the words, even though they are supposed to represent you. That gap between who you are now and what the statement says becomes wider over time. It is frustrating in a quiet, familiar way. You know it needs to change, but the process feels heavier than…