Slovenia’s Cukrarna Gallery will stage an exhibition looking at Marina Abramović and Ulay’s partnership.
Slovenia’s Cukrarna Gallery will open a landmark exhibition on November 30 dedicated to the collaborative career of Marina Abramović and Ulay. Titled “ART VITAL 12 Years of Ulay / Marina Abramović” the show charts their work from 1976 to 1988, including performances like Relation in Space, Rest Energy, and The Great Wall Walk. Alongside documentation of these pieces, the exhibition presents archival letters and personal materials that illuminate the intensity of their artistic and romantic partnership. It marks the first exhibition to focus solely on their joint practice.
Reddit use—and platform growth—is exploding.
Reddit has seen a sharp rise in daily visitors in recent months, surpassing 100 million and posting a rare profit following its IPO. The platform’s growth has positioned it as a key online destination for a wide range of users, from TikTok creators to retirees. Unlike other social media companies, Reddit has maintained its pseudonymous, forum-based structure, a model that sets it apart but also makes it vulnerable. As A.I. firms increasingly mine Reddit’s content while reshaping the internet itself, the platform’s community-driven model faces growing pressure.
The National Gallery of Art has expanded its collection with more than 200 works from across three centuries.
The National Gallery of Art has added more than 200 works to its collection, spanning three centuries and a range of media. Highlights include Jules Breton’s 19th-century painting The Cliff, a monumental piece by Richard Hunt set for the sculpture garden, and an extensive series of photographs by contemporary artist Graciela Iturbide. These acquisitions also introduce new artists to the collection, such as Elizabeth Gilbert Jerome, the first female Hudson River School painter represented by the museum. Together, the additions deepen the Gallery’s engagement with historical and contemporary artistic practices across diverse regions and perspectives.
Sofia Coppola will premiere her first documentary, Marc by Sofia, at the Venice Film Festival.
Sofia Coppola will premiere her first documentary, Marc by Sofia, at the Venice Film Festival next month. The film offers an intimate look at fashion designer Marc Jacobs, and highlights their long-standing friendship and creative collaborations. This documentary marks the first full-length film focused on Jacobs since 2007 and is anticipated to be a marquee event at the festival.
YoungArts has opened the call for applications to its 2026 art award.
YoungArts has opened applications for its 2026 award, inviting artists ages 15 to 18 to apply by October 8. Winners receive cash prizes, ongoing professional support, and access to National YoungArts Week, an intensive program with leading artists like Debbie Allen, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Wynton Marsalis. The competition also serves as a pathway to becoming a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts. Notable alumni include Timothée Chalamet, Viola Davis, and Amanda Gorman.
Today’s attractive distractions:
Bad Bunny’s “NUEVAYoL” music video is an architectural goldmine.
Mona Fastvold’s film about the founder of the Shaker design movement will screen at Venice.
In fashion, it’s a major season for: the toe.
There’s now an easily adaptable solution to the iPhone’s USB-C/Lightning compatibility issue.
