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OG.ART is a perfect fusion of art and blockchain technology, creating dynamic NFT collections that can grow, breed, and react to blockchain or IRL events even after they are initially purchased. WWW.OG.ART is a platform and a launchpad for dynamic NFT art collections and a completely new approach to creative collaboration. Dynamic NFTs can grow, […]

World Creativity and Innovation Day is a time to celebrate the power of human imagination and innovation. Over the years, we have witnessed tremendous advancements in technology that have enabled us to accomplish incredible feats, and artificial intelligence (AI) is no exception. AI has emerged as a critical tool in today's digital age, bringing creativity […]

Step into the mind-bending world of Refik Anadol, a media artist and director who merges art, science, and technology to create groundbreaking immersive installations that challenge our perception of space and time. From partnering with tech giants to harnessing the power of AI in public art, Anadol's visionary work has captivated audiences worldwide. Refik Anadol […]

.ART talked with Ozan Turkkan about his background, artistic practice, archives as a point of inspiration, role of an artist and discussed the questions of collecting digital art. Image above: Still from ARURA by Ozan Turkkan, 2022. Video installation. Creative Coding. Processing. AI. Vienna-based new media artist Ozan Turkkan is working at the intersection of art, science and […]

Click, flash, snap! Do you know what the topic of this article is? We’re uncovering the development of street photography in our newest Art History 101 installment. Street photography, as an artistic genre, has been around for over a century, evolving with changes in technology, art, and culture. At its core, street photography captures candid […]

BEAUTY.ART, SOUTH.ART, LEBOWSKI.ART and many other cool .ART domain names were sold this week, adding to the thriving community. The .ART domain extension has quickly become a popular choice for artists, galleries, and other art-related businesses. Its use helps to distinguish art-related websites from other generic domains, such as .com or .net. Recently, several notable […]

.ART becomes the first domain registry to offer matching ENS and DNS domains, creating a link across Web2 and Web3 platforms. The digital world is constantly evolving, and with the rise of Web3 and blockchain technology, there is an increasing need for innovative solutions that can bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3. In response […]

It is March 8th, International Women's Day. It is a time to celebrate women's achievements and promote gender equality, but also to recognised the impressive talent that comes from this pool of creators that are too often not represented enough. In recent years, there has been a growing focus on the role of women in […]

The history and conversations around craft and fine art run deep from ancient times to contemporary interventions. This article uncovers the tips and tricks to help artists break down barriers to elevate their practices. Ready? Let's go! History and Theory of Craft Versus Fine Art The distinction between craft and fine art has been a […]

As part of our Book Club, we sat down with Jerry Saltz, Senior Art Critic for New York Magazine and a Pulitzer winner to talk about the release of his latest book “Art is life”. Jerry Saltz is an accomplished art critic who has seen the art world from many different perspectives. He is a […]

Will you be our Valentine? We’re looking at the artistic practice of lust and love in a special Valentine’s edition of .ART History 101 Featured image: François Boucher, La Naissance de Vénus, 1754, oil on canvas. The Wallace Collection Love tokens and erotica have a long and diverse history in art history. From antiquity to […]

From grassroots tagging on subway cars to record-breaking sales at auction, we’re taking a look at the history of street art No matter the urban landscape, street art has made its mark in socio-political and art historical discourses. Street art can be traced back to the early 20th century when artists began using urban spaces […]

The art world can seem maze-like and impenetrable. It can also come across as a sphere that runs on money and glamour. How can you understand its intricacies and keep up with new developments? “New Directions in Contemporary Art” is a series of books, published by Lund Humphries, that are designed to help readers do […]

Self-portraits are not just another selfie! In this article, we compiled the top tips and tricks to navigate the intimidating practice of taking pictures of yourself, and this no matter your medium of choice. Whether for experimentation or exhibition, self-portraiture has been a long-standing tradition among artists working in a variety of media. Western art […]

Sex has been depicted in painting for centuries, more then often if was suggested instead of being painted unapologetically in bright and vivid color. Artist and .ART adopter Helen Beard isn't shying away when she paints. Her paintings are raw, unafraid and bold, they also present a fresh perspective on sex, the one of a […]

Money, money money. Art, art, and art… Mutually inclusive and tricky to navigate, we’re helping you wade through the murky waters of art transactions The art market can be an opaque beast, but still it is a world we love and cherish, and are eager, in some way or another to be part of. Whether […]

For this survival tactics article, we’re getting into all things sustainability in the art world. From mediums, packaging, shipping, and crypto mining, we’re uncovering some of the biggest current eco-issues in the art ecosystem. Featured Image: Photograph of Robert Smithson’s earthwork, Spiral Jetty, located at Rozel Point, Utah on the shore of the Great Salt […]

Just in time for Halloween, this week we’re covering all things spooky, macabre, and spiritual in our newest Art History 101 installment. Featured photo: Michael Wolgemut, “The Dance of Death” (1493) from the Nuremberg Chronicle of Hartmann Schedel Spiritualism, mortality, and demons; not just themes of spooky season! This week we’re diving into the history […]

From cross stitching to AI knitting, we’re delving into the world of textile art and the artists who are breaking new ground. Allyson Mitchell, “Hungry Purse: The Vagina Dentata in Late Capitalism,” 2004-ongoing Textile art, much like folk art, has largely been attributed to women’s work and craft. From beginnings in prehistoric Indigenous communities using […]

The .Art Etiquette Guide: This week we are taking a look at museum etiquette and some of the top tips to help you avoid any slip ups including real world anecdotes from the authors! Etiquette: set of conventional rules of personal behaviour in polite society, usually in the form of an ethical code that delineates […]