Art, architecture and design news. Criticism and reviews from co-chief art critics Roberta Smith and Holland Cotter and architecture critic Michael Kimmelman.

An art exhibit at Palazzo Maffei in Italy – a chair woven together using Swarovski crystals and foil – was damaged when museum visitors pretended to sit on it for photos.

Josh Duhamel doesn't just star in "Off the Grid," he lives it too — raising kids, building cabins and finding purpose in Minnesota.

Untitled Art Houston—which is headed up by director Michael Slenske and executive director Clara Andrade—aims to support a more expansive arts ecosystem and connect with new audiences.

Visual art, music, and the philosophical exploration of the cosmos and the future come together in Barkley L. Hendricks’s new show at Jack Shainman Gallery.

Rhythm. Color. Movement. Seeing sound through art. The rich sounds, rhythms, and colors of jazz inspired prominent visual artists of the 20th century. In depicting African American culture, Romare ...

From MMA to BJJ, there are many types of martial arts, and choosing the right one can be a tough decision. Here's how to find the best martial art for you.

The Art of Architecture From pyramids to cathedrals to sykscrapers, architecture reflects the societies and cultural values it originates from. As the built environment expands, the role of architects ...

For Mainers, stacking firewood isn’t just a chore. It’s ritual, engineering and art. As with any well-loved tradition, wood stacking invites strong opinions.

Looking to create NFT art but are unsure of how to go about it? We lay out simply what NFT art is and how to go about creating it. Click to read more.

Jerusalem Post / Middle East Rats, snakes, devils: Tehran art gallery unveils exhibition of antisemitic cartoons made during war While some of the cartoons display images of the IDF or Tel Aviv ...

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