In her solo show “Undisclosed Location” at the Chinese American Museum of Chicago, lens-based local artist Linye Jiang explores the distance between landscape and photographer in a series of quiet and surreal encounters. Historically monumentalized and framed to appear untouched by those who set out to capture it, landscape becomes something entirely different for Jiang:…

In her solo show “Undisclosed Location” at the Chinese American Museum of Chicago, lens-based local artist Linye Jiang explores the distance between landscape and photographer in a series of quiet and surreal encounters. Historically monumentalized and framed to appear untouched by those who set out to capture it, landscape becomes something entirely different for Jiang:…

This week, Spotlight on Africa takes us to Marrakech, Morocco. RFI English was on the ground to cover the Moroccan edition of the 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, which first launched in London in 2013, followed by New York in 2015, and Marrakech in 2018. Through conversations with a range of guests, we explore how…

As students and faculty wander through Terry Ratzlaff’s exhibit in the Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery, they are greeted not only by images, but a philosophy. Ratzlaff’s showcase, titled “Take Your Time,” is open to the public from now until March 19. The showcase invites viewers to explore the intersection of time, memory and the creative…

EMMA FRAYSSIGNES (1995)“FANTINE” 2020PHOTO COLLAGEDONATED BY THE RICHARD LICHTER CHARITY FOR DOGS  LOCATION: LOBBY OF RYAN VETERINARY HOSPITAL, 3900 SPRUCE ST.   The description of the photo collage in the lobby of Ryan Veterinary Hospital, “These unknown dogs are invisible, unnoticed unless you come close and look” bears two meanings. One is the literal experience…

Researchers in Cyprus have discovered a hidden portrait that lay undetected for centuries beneath a 1570 oil painting by Renaissance master Titian, a rendering of which is now on display in the city of Limassol. The newly discovered work shows a unidentified man with a thin moustache, quill in hand, standing next to a stack…

Like many creatives, Sia Mason works a regular job, so finding time to be creative can be an ongoing challenge. “Go See Eddie” was inspired by Mason’s awe of those who make that time to be creative, no matter what else in life is happening. In executing the colorful acrylic painting on wood, she hoped…

Here’s what you need to know The 7th Annual Student Storytelling Contest, sponsored by Foothills Forum and the Rappahannock News, kicked off last week, calling on students to tell stories about generosity, honesty and kindness. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it…

“The Irish are known for their gift of storytelling,” said Kerry Cobby who is offering two adult education courses at Mid-Columbia Senior Center in The Dalles. “Through the beauty of short stories, you’ll learn about Irish literature, culture, and history. Each month we’ll read 2 Irish short stories—then study and discuss. Not a book club,…