Art Under the Second Trump Presidency: Implications for the Visual Arts in France
The inauguration of Donald Trump for a second term as President of the United States in January 2025 has elicited varied responses within the global art community, particularly influencing the visual arts sector in France. This essay examines the multifaceted impact of Trump’s renewed presidency on the arts, focusing on policy implications, artist reactions, and […]
Los Angeles Fires Devastate Art Community: Artists, Galleries, and Museums Hit Hard
he ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles have caused unprecedented destruction, leaving the city’s art community grappling with staggering losses. Homes, studios, galleries, and even museums have been consumed by flames as fires continue to rage across the region, burning over 27,000 acres and prompting mass evacuations. Artists and Artworks Lost in the Flames At least […]
The Peak Season of Contemporary Art Exhibitions in Parisian Private Galleries
Paris, a global epicenter of contemporary art, boasts a dynamic scene that thrives year-round. However, the autumn season stands out as a particularly vibrant period for private galleries in the city. This time of year is marked by a surge of significant exhibitions and events that draw collectors, critics, and art enthusiasts from around the […]
Challenges Facing Contemporary Artists in Iran
Contemporary Iranian artists navigate a complex landscape shaped by political, social, and economic factors. Despite the nation’s rich cultural heritage and a burgeoning art scene, Iranian artists face numerous challenges that hinder their growth and international recognition. 1. Censorship and Political Constraints One of the most significant hurdles is censorship. Artists must navigate strict regulations […]
Leonardo da Vinci: The Timeless Genius of Art, Science, and Innovation
Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) was a quintessential Renaissance figure, renowned for his contributions to art, science, and engineering. Here are some of the most intriguing aspects of his life: Illegitimate Birth and Early Life Born out of wedlock to a respected lawyer and a peasant woman in Vinci, Italy, Leonardo’s illegitimacy meant he did not […]
Parisian Contemporary Art: A Nexus of Cultural Interaction and Innovation
Contemporary French art, particularly in Paris, is pivotal in global cultural interactions. The city’s vibrant art scene, characterized by a dense network of galleries and institutions, serves as a dynamic platform for artistic expression and international dialogue. Parisian Art Galleries: Hubs of Contemporary Expression Paris boasts over 1,000 modern and contemporary art galleries, with concentrations […]
Paris Photo 2024: Celebrating a Century of Innovation and Legacy in Photography
The 27th edition of Paris Photo, the world’s premier art fair dedicated to photography, just concluded a remarkable run at the iconic Grand Palais in Paris. Held from November 7 to 10, 2024, this year’s fair was an homage to the timeless allure of photography, bringing together some of the industry’s most visionary artists, curators, […]
An In-Depth Look at Identity and Queer Parenthood in Paris: Zula Rabikowska’s Solo Exhibition at Les Amarres
Zula Rabikowska, the London-based photographer and videographer renowned for her work on migration, identity, and LGBTQI+ communities, is now presenting her latest project on queer parenthood at Les Amarres in Paris. Known for her deeply intentional storytelling, Rabikowska’s work combines digital and analog photography to capture complex themes inspired by her personal experiences with migration […]
Challenges in Contemporary French Art
Contemporary art in France, a country with a deep-rooted artistic heritage, faces a variety of challenges as it strives to stay relevant in the modern global art scene. These challenges span from financial pressures to the evolving digital landscape, creating unique tensions for artists, galleries, and institutions alike. Economic Pressures and Art Market Influence One […]
Zero-One | An overview of the drawings by AbdolHossein Pazoki
Biography: Abdolhossein Pazouki / August 6, 1942 He was able to achieve alternating volumes and apply them in architecture by understanding the shape and condition of the concept of a plane surface. His teaching expertise has extended his perspectives over the years, allowing him to stay up with the contemporary trend. “Immigration” not only did […]
Glitch Video Art Group exhibition of Platform 101 at Kandovan building
Platform 101 is holding its third international group exhibition entitled “Glitch: Aesthetic of the Pixels”. After the great success of Vol.2, Platform 101, a nonprofit and independent art institution, is continuing the Glitch Video Art Group Exhibition in Tehran, Iran Vol.03, entitled “Glitch: Aesthetic of the Pixels”, curated by Mohammad Ali Famori, featuring 27 international […]
Aberration of Inner Child in Barcelona Contemporary 2021
BARCELONA CONTEMPORARY is a contemporary art fair that presents collective and solo projects by leading and emerging international artists. The 2nd edition represents a forum for the direct exchange of ideas and contacts between collectors, artists, photographers, designers, and art professionals. The art fair features paintings, sculptures, photography art, installations, video art, and live performance. […]
Familiar geometry; About Mohammad Ali Famori’s Glitch Video Art
In the final week of the group exhibition “Glitch; Pixel Language »Platform 101, Mohammad Ali Famori Video Art was screened under the title” Merkaba “. Merkaba is one of the mysteries in the Semitic religions, which is manifested in the form of the geometry of God’s creation. This title was chosen because it depicts the […]
Image of rain; About Sadegh Majlesi’s Glitch Video Art
In the eleventh and final week of the group exhibition “Glitch; Pixel Language” of the platform101, Sadegh Majlesi’s video art entitled “Humans like raindrops” was shown. Humans like raindrops scattered everywhere, sometimes flooding and destroying, sometimes raining and flourishing. The visual element of this work for Majlesi is a representation of the fall or fall […]
Contradiction and similarity; About Reza Famori’s Glitch Video Art
In the eleventh and final week of the group exhibition “Glitch; Pixel Language »Platform 101, Reza Famori‘s Video Art was screened under the title” Sublimation “. In this Artwork, Famori examines the morphology between two myths and the ultimate symbol, one of the western culture of the goddess Venus (goddess of beauty) and the other […]
