by Nycole Cunha Freedom of expression in the West has been a contentious issue, often intersecting with political censorship, discrimination, and restrictions based on geopolitical interests. The ongoing genocide promoted by Israel in Palestine has put the land through dark times, with, it’s consequences have a great impact in the lives of Palestinian artists — [...]

By Edna Santos (Photography by Guillaume Valli, 04 October 2024, Tate Britain) Transforming Collections was the name given to this 3-year project led by an UAL Professor of Contemporary Art and Director. This project ran between scholars from Britain and 14 national and international collections and archives. A “Discovery Project” and part of – A [...]

By Nycole da Cunha The rise of the right-wing movement globally is becoming an undeniable reality. Across the world, we see far-right ideologies slowly dominating the room. With the increasing use of social media, hate speech opposing social justice initiatives is being disseminated daily, this shift is often labeled as “post-woke” or “anti-woke”, signaling a [...]

by Deniz Alize Ünal What defines art? Is art a pursuit of beauty and goodness itself, an effort to express something beyond the surface, the careful craftsmanship of the artist, or a functional or ritualistic representation of everyday life? The definition of art has changed throughout history, according to the mindset of the cultures and [...]

The state of Texas has recently made headlines with its controversial decision to prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in public institutions, including higher education and government agencies. While proponents argue that the move is aimed at fostering neutrality and preventing “woke ideologies” from influencing policy, critics view it as an overt attack on [...]