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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
23 hours ago

Tom Prochaska: Through the Open Door * Oregon ArtsWatch

Tom Prochaska distinguished himself in many mediums: He was a masterful printmaker, an intuitive painter, a builder of papier-mâché figures, a creator of fused glass panels, and graphite-on-paper drawings.
Arts
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

The Case for "Strategic Laziness"

Downtime is essential for both physical and mental progress, countering the societal obsession with constant achievement.
#creativity
UX design
fromMedium
7 hours ago

Are we makers by nature-or consumers by design?

The relationship between creation and consumption is strained, impacting designers' creativity and cognitive processes.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

6 Ways to Make Creativity a Non-Negotiable Part of Your Life

Protect regular, low-pressure time for wandering and openness to sustain creativity amid stress, multitasking, and competing life demands.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Arts

Why Art Is a Pillar of Health

Creativity improves mental health through emotion regulation, cognitive flexibility, social connectedness, and activation of emotion-regulation neural circuits via active or passive art engagement.
UX design
fromMedium
7 hours ago

Are we makers by nature-or consumers by design?

The relationship between creation and consumption is strained, impacting designers' creativity and cognitive processes.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on a much-needed boost for the arts: rebuilding England's cultural landscape

The V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, revitalizing the cultural landscape amid challenges faced by arts organizations across the UK.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How AI and education are shaping the future of aesthetics

Aesthetic inspiration is social and collective, but aesthetic results are deeply personal. What works for one face, skin type, or bone structure won't always work for another.
Healthcare
Skiing
fromsfist.com
23 hours ago

New Mural at Oakland Ice Center Pays Tribute to Skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi

Julie Engelmann created a 100-foot mural in Oakland honoring Olympic skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi, reflecting local pride and artistic talent.
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How new perspectives come from moonwalking

Gravity serves as a metaphor for cultural forces that shape organizational dynamics and individual experiences.
Music production
from48 hills
1 day ago

Under the Stars: Irreversible Entanglements channel peace vibrations - 48 hills

Irreversible Entanglements' album 'Future Present Past' showcases a unique blend of free jazz and punk, emphasizing themes of resilience and trauma.
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Sensory Friendly Family Concert

Sensory Friendly concerts are designed for the neurodivergent community, encouraging all types of engagement with music in a comfortable environment.
#yerba-buena-center-for-the-arts
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts offers free admission to galleries every Wednesday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Philosophy
fromArtforum
2 days ago

The Conditions of Legibility: Silat from A to Z

Dualism reduces existence to humans, while Wichí culture recognizes an animated world where land communicates and encompasses both human and nonhuman life.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

There's a Specific Type of Grief We Don't Talk About. Yoga Can Help You Process It.

Grief over sentimental objects, known as material grief, is a common experience that can evoke strong emotions similar to losing a loved one.
Public health
fromAxios
2 days ago

Finish Line: The quiet rise of "prescribing connection"

Social prescribing addresses health crises and broader issues like social isolation through diverse community programs and activities.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

There's a version of strength that only develops in people who had to figure out the rules of a place nobody explained to them. They don't talk about it because the people who had the rules handed to them wouldn't understand what was hard about it, and the people who also had to figure it out don't need the explanation. - Silicon Canals

Onsighting in climbing parallels navigating social systems, emphasizing perceptual capacity over resilience in understanding unwritten rules.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
Cancer
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

When Healing Becomes Harm

A melanoma diagnosis transformed the perception of sunlight from healing to dangerous, reshaping the relationship with mortality and health.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Graphic design
Branding is crucial in the AI market due to low product differentiation, with visual identities evolving to create a friendly and distinct appeal.
Education
fromCornell Chronicle
4 days ago

Creative Teaching Awards celebrate experiential learning, community connections | Cornell Chronicle

Creative Teaching Awards recognize innovative teaching strategies through local, hands-on learning experiences beyond traditional classroom settings.
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Self-build story: 'It awakened something in me; I probably did it in a past life. But I've finally found a really creative career that I love'

A West Cork bungalow combines Irish and French design elements, focusing on light and texture to create a Mediterranean-inspired family home.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

Tania El Khoury's Soothing "Revenge Art"

Tania El Khoury discusses her art and life in Beirut amid ongoing conflict and the impact of war on her projects.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Introducing ArtsLink, a hub for posting and finding essential information * Oregon ArtsWatch

ArtsLink is envisioned as an essential community resource that aims to increase visibility, spur audience engagement, and strengthen the local arts and culture ecosystem.
Portland
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Secret Advantage of Not Doing It Alone

Social support enhances performance, reduces stress, increases well-being, and can be experienced through imagination and helping behaviors.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Music Is in Us-in Our Brain and in Our Body

"Nature appears to have built the apparatus of rationality not just on top of the apparatus of biological regulation, but also from it and with it."
Mindfulness
#architecture
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
3 days ago

Stand for Circo de Ideias / fala

The project transforms a standard book fair stand into a vibrant installation using repurposed materials and a bold color palette.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
3 days ago

Stand for Circo de Ideias / fala

The project transforms a standard book fair stand into a vibrant installation using repurposed materials and a bold color palette.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who make others light up when they first meet them have usually known what it feels like to be overlooked - and instead of becoming bitter about it, they made a quiet decision at some point in their life that no one in their presence would ever feel that invisible again, and that choice is one of the most powerful things a human being can do with their own pain - Silicon Canals

Warm individuals often transform their experiences of invisibility into empathy, making others feel valued and seen.
Social media marketing
fromTheankler
3 days ago

The Next Job Pivot: Professionals Becoming Creators - and Cashing In

A new tier of content creators is emerging, supporting themselves with niche audiences and expertise, reshaping the creator economy.
Careers
fromItsnicethat
in 2 weeks

"It seems to be something we can't avoid"

The creative industry faces challenges for juniors due to budget cuts and AI replacing entry-level roles, threatening the future talent pipeline.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Resilience and Reconstruction in Practice

A long-term approach is essential for supporting displaced individuals, emphasizing identity continuity and meaningful work for resilience.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

7 Key Works of Avant-Garde Theater

Avant-garde theater originated in 19th-century France, emphasizing social reform and innovative artistic expression to critique mainstream culture.
Education
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Nonprofit ArtsConnection fills a creative gap in NYC public schools

Education's focus on efficiency often neglects the essential human connection fostered by art and music, which helps students recognize their self-worth.
Mental health
fromwww.cnn.com
3 days ago

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Sara Mearns, a dancer, overcame hearing loss with hearing aids, transforming her life and performance experience.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

11 Masks That Define World Culture

Ancient masks from various cultures symbolize permanence, collective identity, and artistic mastery, reflecting their cultural significance and craftsmanship.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Where the Resistance Lives

Internal resistance to emotions can block creativity and flow, but confronting difficult thoughts can restore movement and reduce tension.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

When Is the Right Time to Start Trauma Therapy?

Clinicians often delay trauma-focused treatment due to overestimating the need for stabilization, while avoidance drives PTSD symptoms and treatment delays.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

How Do Museums Care for Unconventional Acquisitions?

Knowles's performances, such as Make a Salad and Identical Lunch, showcased her unique approach to art through food, engaging audiences in the experience of preparation and consumption.
Arts
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
6 days ago

Special series: -Ism Storytellers, mixed race * Oregon ArtsWatch

In 2025, Dmae Lo Roberts embarked on a statewide storytelling experience focusing on personal stories from both artists and community members. These stories are a form of living oral history.
Portland
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

A Community Art Ecosystem in Practice / MINOR lab

The project emphasizes the reactivation of spatial value within existing community structures, transforming building stock into community assets of public significance.
Renovation
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

EMDR in a World HyperFocused on Healing

EMDR is an evidence-based trauma therapy that helps reorganize fragmented experiences, leading to significant reductions in trauma symptoms.
fromArtnet News
3 days ago

Painting Has Entered Its Performance Era | Artnet News

Much of Instagram's video content is organized around transformation-the virtual magic of the before-and-after and clips that show cause and effect. A person makes pasta from scratch in 20 seconds via edits that compress time-intensive labor.
Arts
Graphic design
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Like it or not, AI is part of art school curriculums

Generative AI poses a significant threat to creative professionals, impacting job prospects and sparking protests among students.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Art Without Walls: Inside the Public Art Fund Party | amNewYork

Public art engages communities, inviting them to see their city more honestly and expansively, embodying a sense of belonging and shared experience.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Music in Community Offers Light in Dark Times

In frightening times, it makes a huge difference not to feel alone. Creating art with others in community enhances agency and strengthens self. Creativity requires an open heart; love enhances hope and diminishes fear.
Music
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

Beloved CUNY Social Practice Art Program to Shut Down

SPCUNY, an artist-led project, will close in February 2027 as co-directors Chloë Bass and Gregory Sholette leave their academic roles.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 days ago

The Bennett Prize Opens Fifth Call for Entries

Women figurative realist painters can apply for The Bennett Prize, offering a $75,000 grand prize and a traveling solo exhibition.
Music
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Art as a Biological Bedrock of Shared Humanity

Humans are biologically wired for shared artistic experiences, which serve as essential connective tissue for our nervous systems and cultural identity, transcending the perceived obsolescence of performing arts in the digital age.
Arts
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Painting With Blood: Who Does It and Who Collects It

Blood is used as a medium in contemporary art, challenging traditional boundaries of artistic practice.
Arts
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Your Therapy Homework: Get to the Theater

Engaging with the arts can enhance psychological and social well-being, supporting mental and physical health.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 weeks ago

5 Art Job Openings That Are Definitely Not Exploitative

Qualifications for art-related positions often include unconventional traits and low compensation.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

To gain public trust, make art central to science communication

Art-science collaborations should be supported and normalised to communicate science, strengthen public trust, and develop researchers' observational, creative, and empathetic skills.
fromEsquire
2 months ago

Indulging in the Arts is Proving to Have Major Health Benefits. Could Creativity be a Hidden Longevity Hack?

When the Academy Award Nominations were announced late last month, you could be forgiven for thinking they were lifetime achievement awards. In the Best Supporting Actor category, 74-year-old Stellan Skarsgård is competing against 73-year-old Delroy Lindo. (Sean Penn, at 65, and Benicio Del Toro, at 58, also in the category, are mere babes.) Amy Madigan, 75, is up for Best Supporting Actress. One of the Best Adapted Screenplay nominees is in their sixties, and one of the Best Original Screenplay nominees is in his seventies.
Film
Music
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

"What is My Hand in This?": A powerful call for a better world * Oregon ArtsWatch

Davóne Tines and Ruckus delivered a powerful, multi-genre concert pleading for a better world, blending spirituals, opera, and rock-infused period instruments.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Art of Finding Joy in Everyday Life

Small, deliberate rituals and noticing everyday moments—pets, morning coffee, small projects, and photos of awe—add consistent joy to daily life.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Art for Dignity

As if demolishing the East Wing, gutting arts agencies, and slapping his name and face on several federal buildings weren't enough, the US president now wants to do away with a DC building known as the "Sistine Chapel of New Deal art." This week, we reported on a burgeoning campaign to save the Wilbur J. Cohen Federal Building, which houses murals by Ben Shahn, Philip Guston, Seymour Fogel, and other major American artists. We will continue to follow this story.
Arts
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

We Must Do More Than Simply Depict Our Lives

The Bronx Museum biennial spotlights representational works that center urban youth and marginalized identities, challenging mainstream narratives through sincere, everyday portrayals.
Arts
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

There's a Surefire Way to Steal the Joy From Making Art. People Always Seem to Do It.

Artists can experience long creative lulls; encouragement, community classes, and protecting personal boundaries help rebuild confidence without turning a hobby into pressure.
Arts
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 signs you appreciate art, music, and culture on a deeper level than most people - Silicon Canals

Some people experience art deeply, reacting emotionally and perceiving subtle artistic cues that reveal heightened sensitivity and meaningful connections to creative expression.
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