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The National Archives building in Washington, D.C.

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Activists Sentenced for Defacing U.S. Constitution and National Artwork

Two Declare Emergency activists have been sentenced to prison for dumping red powder on the U.S. Constitution at the National Archives and vandalizing national artwork in high-profile climate protests.

A struggling visual artist working in a studio with art supplies.

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UK Visual Artists Earnings Crisis 2024

A new report reveals UK visual artists earn a median income of just £12,500—less than half the national median—amid deepening inequalities and the rise of AI exploitation.

A glowing Bitcoin coin embedded within a computer circuit board, symbolizing the fusion of cryptocurrency and technology.

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Listen: Is the NFT Art Market Ready for a Comeback?

Bitcoin’s record-breaking surge has reignited interest in cryptocurrency, but what does it mean for the struggling NFT art market? Could this be the start of a digital art renaissance, or just another speculative bubble in the volatile crypto world?

A woman painting outdoors on an easel, surrounded by nature, capturing the serene landscape.

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The Arts Are in Crisis: Can Private Sponsors Step In to Save Them?

What happens when the lights dim in theaters, museums close their doors, and artists lose their stage?

A view of an art gallery interior with paintings displayed on white walls and soft lighting.

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Art Flipping: Buy Low, Sell High, Move Fast

Is this the future of collecting or a dangerous game that undermines artists and their work?

A woman holding a camera in front of her face, capturing a moment with blurred trees in the background.

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Listen: It’s a Strange Time for Photography

Every second, humans collectively capture millions of photos, snapping moments that range from the mundane to the profound.

An artist sketching in their studio, surrounded by completed artworks, representing the emotional effort behind each piece.

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Resale Royalties? Or Just Another Art World Myth?

ART Walkway's critic Panu Syrjämäki dives into the booming secondary art market, where resale royalties spark fierce debate.

Sotheby’s auction house agrees to a $6.25 million settlement following tax fraud allegations.

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Sotheby’s Accused of Helping the Wealthy Cheat Taxes: $6.25M Settlement

The scandal raises questions about accountability in the high-stakes art world and the role of privilege in sidestepping the law.

Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa painting displayed in the Louvre Museum

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Has the Real Landscape Behind the Mona Lisa Been Found?

Could the iconic landscape behind the Mona Lisa be based on a real place? Geologist Ann Pizzorusso believes she’s found it near Lake Como, Italy.

Group of people participating in a painting class.

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Art is a Powerful Tool for Mental and Physical Wellness

Studies show that engaging with art—whether creating or observing—can lower stress, improve mood, and promote healing.

tore mannequin dressed in modern fashion.

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Mannequins Have Long Been More Than Mere Display Figures

From curvy forms of the 1950s to the ultra-thin models of the 1990s, these silent influencers have shaped society’s beauty standards, impacting how we view ourselves and our bodies.

People browsing through framed artwork at an art market.

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How to Start Collecting Art Without Breaking the Bank

With the holidays around the corner, now’s the perfect time to start collecting art.

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