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Mobile LED Truck to Display Art World's Epstein Emails During Frieze LA

Artist Tod Lippy aims to shine a light on art world figures' ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

LA Art Week 2026 Showcases City's Thriving Art Scene

Frieze, Felix, and other fairs highlight emerging and established artists across the city

20 Potential Michelangelo Works Discovered in Rome

Researcher claims Renaissance master hid his sketches and sculptures, sparking renewed search

New Exhibition Brings Viewers Inside the Creative World of Andy Scott

At VEFA Gallery, viewers gain insight to the underpinning process and themes of the artist's epic practice.

Femina Exhibition Celebrates Female Identity at Gallery 169

Nine female artists explore the complexities of womanhood through portraiture and self-portraiture in a two-day pop-up show.

Raimonds Staprans, Latvian-American Painter, Dies at 99

The acclaimed artist known for his luminous California landscapes and still lifes was also an award-winning playwright.

Frieze LA VIP Day Sees Brisk Sales as Collectors Flock to Fair

Major galleries report strong demand and six-figure sales at the latest edition of the Frieze Los Angeles art fair

Satellite Fairs Offer Alternative to Frieze Los Angeles

Galleries at Felix, Post-Fair, and Enzo fairs wait for crowds to arrive during LA Art Week

Frieze LA 2026 Showcases Diverse Art Offerings

From textile trunk shows to poignant ICE raid commentaries, the best booths at this year's fair

Japan's Art Market Sees Modest Growth in 2024

Report also highlights latest developments in Asia's art world, including exhibitions and events

Santa Monica Adds Emerging Artist to City Collection

Temporary public art on display through March 1 as part of Frieze LA partnership.

Legendary San Francisco Art Dealer Rena Bransten Dies at 92

Bransten's gallery was a fixture of the San Francisco art scene for over 50 years.

Ansel Adams Exhibition Offers Glimpse of Photographer's Vintage L.A. Imagery

Westmont College Ridley-Tree Museum of Art showcases Adams' lesser-seen urban work from the 1940s.

Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz Bring Giant Art Exhibit to La Jolla

MCASD La Jolla to host over 130 works from the couple's Dean Collection, including a 25-foot Mickalene Thomas piece.

LA Artist Judy Baca Accused of Misusing Funds For Historic Mural

French President Stung by Louvre Chaos: Morning Links for February 26, 2026

Pioneering San Francisco Gallerist Rena Bransten Dies at 92

Bransten championed contemporary California artists and shaped the city's art scene for over 50 years.

Artists Collaborate on 'In Her Power' Sculpture Exhibit

The collaborative exhibition featuring six local women artists opens on March 1 in Vallejo.

MOCA Los Angeles Reveals 158 Newly Acquired Artworks

Acquisitions include acclaimed Kara Walker sculpture and works by renowned contemporary artists

Berkeley Art Museum to Receive Major Gift of Women Artists' Works

Promised bequest of nearly 150 pieces from Cooper Rosenwasser Collection expands BAMPFA's holdings of modern and contemporary art by women.

Josh Brolin Reveals Art Collecting Struggles Despite Hollywood Fame

The actor opens up about the challenges of acquiring coveted artworks as a celebrity collector.

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