Dissent, in the form of activism or journalism, is stifled in Cambodia. But artists there are finding subtle ways to tackle controversial topics from environmental devastation to rapid urbanization.
Artists in Mexico’s Iztapalapa borough are using murals to highlight local residents and send positive messages, in what’s been dubbed the largest mural project in the world.
‘The Great Elephant Migration’ traveling exhibit imagines a world where humans and wild animals share space
The 100 elephant sculptures were made by Indigenous artists across southern India. Each figure is an anatomically perfect re-creation of a real, wild elephant.
Ukrainians embrace tattoos as a form of patriotism
In many ways, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has become a war of identity and self-expression. Many Ukranians are turning to tattoos to show their patriotism.
Germany plans to return looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria. Will other countries follow suit?
For many inside and outside of Africa, the Benin Bronzes are symbols of colonialism and exploitation, and they’ll stay that way until they’re returned.
Banksy unveils new pandemic-inspired art featuring rats in face masks
His latest work, titled “If you don’t mask – you don’t get,” is set in London’s Underground and features spray-painted rats sneezing, wearing masks and using hand sanitizer.
