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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 […]

Google trends as the mirror of public consciousness: Depp, Degeneres and monkeypox. Our public consciousness is malleable, being constantly affected by the media trends and the themes brought up with them. The scales of public opinion inform us about the new boundaries of what is allowed or condemned. Where are the boundaries of this correlation? […]

Canvy offers an artwork manager which will help you organize your work in one place, including the room mockups feature that allows to create stunning showcases. With a .ART domain included with Canvy membership, it's a match made in heaven! .ART is always keen to welcome new partnerships with artist-oriented projects such as Canvy, a […]

For an independent curator (or any curator at all), the touring exhibition can be the dream—but it can also pose a host of logistical challenges, especially for those who have never coordinated one. Despite that, curating and organizing a travelling exhibition isn’t an impossible challenge. Let’s break it down! Featured image: Julian Mora from Unsplash […]

Domains are like license plates: the shorter and more memorable they are, the more prestigious they are considered to be. Why do people like cool license plates? Many believe that certain letters and numbers or combinations resembling their names will help them to stand out or to become lucky, successful, and prosperous. Sometimes, it’s simply […]

This week we’re delving into the world of performance art and how artist’s preserve their ephemeral works. Looking at the history and challenges of the art form, check out our findings on this misunderstood art form. Feature image: A still from the documentary “Burden” (2016), showing the artist performing “Trans-Fixed” (1972). Courtesy Magnolia Pictures. Performance […]