The Fibonacci sequence, a progression where each number equals the sum of the two before it, has long held a peculiar resonance in African art. This article examines how modern African artists are ...

Officials today hope to inspire a new generation of art lovers. The artist Yuko Mohri in her studio space in Tokyo.Credit...Kentaro Takahashi for The New York Times Supported by By Zachary Small ...

As an avid reader of art books, I’m especially excited to dive into these titles—they promise to inspire, challenge and deepen our understanding of art and its enduring impact. Whether you ...

Its shell is decorated with colorful glass “jewels ... one of the most important factors in its value is the cover art. Generally, the smaller the picture on the title page, the older ...

Seated among a sea of white conservatives and billionaires, Jackson’s ceremonial black robes were complemented by a striking cowrie shell collar—a deliberate and powerful choice. This was not ...

In this video tutorial, I will be teaching you how to make a simple but elegant piece of DIY wall art using some really basic supplies, one of which is quite surprising. To create this art, you're ...

Jayasri Burman’s latest solo exhibition at the Art Alive Gallery takes the viewers on an enchanting voyage around the shores with cowries and shells forming major elements in each artwork. Titled, The ...

Comprised of cowrie shells, the collar was elegant and a unique take on garbs worn during monumental, history-defining moments. US Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts, US Supreme Court ...

Of the cowrie shell, Sarr noted, “It’s always been a talisman associated with good fortune.” At first glance, Jackson’s necklace resembles a judicial bib. “This design brilliantly reinterprets the ...

The UAL Level 1 Award and Diploma in Art, Design and Media are designed to provide students who are intrigued and motivated by art and design with opportunities to explore, develop and test their ...

Ngabu, created by Aunty Lola Ryan, a proud Dharawal Elder from La Perouse, honours the tradition of shell art, a practice passed down through generations in her family. The temporary installation ...