Tag: women in art
Discover five exhibitions to add to your fall art calendar, from contemporary Cuban women artists and Black women artists to a major Eva Gonzalès retrospective in Paris and an international virtual exhibition.
A roundup of the latest art news from August 20–30, highlighting women artists, women-led exhibitions, overlooked art histories, and inspiring developments from the art world.
Kea Elisa’s paintings turn travel, memory, and homecoming into layered contemporary works, combining acrylic, spray paint, oil pastel, embroidery, pearls, and natural pigments. From her Atlantic sailing journey to her Stitched Dreamscape series, discover how places and experiences become part of her artistic language.
For generations, women were encouraged to make art but discouraged from becoming professional artists. This article explores how women challenged exclusion from nineteenth-century art academies, fought for access to life drawing and professional education, and built their own institutions when established ones refused them.
Catch up on this week’s biggest art world stories, from new museum leadership and major anniversaries to exciting exhibitions celebrating artists, creativity, and culture.
Discover five must-see art fairs taking place this late summer, from New York and Seoul to Copenhagen and Los Angeles, and plan your next art-filled adventure.
Explore how four iconic women artists transformed their creative vision over time, from their earliest known surviving paintings to their final major works. Discover the stories behind Artemisia Gentileschi, Frida Kahlo, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Hilma af Klint, and see how decades of experience, personal challenges, and artistic exploration shaped the masterpieces they left behind.
Discover three international open calls for women artists with August 2026 deadlines. From exhibitions to publications, these opportunities offer a chance to gain exposure, connect with global audiences, and take the next step in your creative career.
Discover five groundbreaking self-portraits by women artists who transformed the way identity is represented in art. From Sofonisba Anguissola to Frida Kahlo, explore the stories, symbolism, and lasting impact behind these iconic works.
Discover the inspiration behind The Beauty of Still Life, Women in Arts Network's latest virtual exhibition. Explore the history, symbolism, and contemporary relevance of still life, meet the artists who shaped the genre, and learn how you can share your own interpretation through this international exhibition.