That’s a bit extreme, isn’t it?
Gobs of paint, clumps of foam—extreme painting is big. Very big.
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Debate rages over validity of Ansel Adams originals
California man paid $46 for photos valued at $207 million
An artful scheme
One firm’s pitch to help people use a tax shelter by buying and then donating old photos is raising eyebrows in the art world and words of caution from experts
The cult of Doris
Living to 100 is only the latest feat in the life of the singular painter Doris McCarthy, who once cut off her finger for her art
The famous soothsayer is where?
A little-known Montreal gallery lands the work of the artist known for biting aphorisms
That light blue colour is so pretty
What do you say when you’re intimidated by art? Actually, these artists have some tips.
The return of France’s guillotine
The machine is the centrepiece of a new crime exhibit
Is nothing sacred?
Even the Last Supper gets supersized
Are admission prices too expensive?
Museum and gallery officials struggle with their costs and what people can afford to pay
Cody Justin Peter Starr 1986-2010
After escaping the dangerous life of gangs, he came alive with a paintbrush in his hand