Farewell to the Kennedy Center as we knew it, and welcome to the Trump-Kennedy Center. Autocracy now stands in plain sight, yet much remains shrouded from public view. This is where independent journalism steps in, offering insights into the confluence of power and art. Our articles this week delve into who gains from these powerful dynamics.
The visual language of the No Kings movement, the struggle of figure models and museum staff for improved work conditions, artists grappling with debt, the theatrical acts of NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani at a Queens museum, and the trend of ‘Crusadercore’ are just a few highlights in this issue. Working on our revitalized community columns has been a rewarding experience.
Art Movements reports on industry developments from the perspective of art professionals. Art Problems addresses common career dilemmas. Required Reading curates the most insightful articles from the web. In Memoriam offers heartfelt profiles of community members we’ve lost. A View From the Easel, a personal favorite, invites artists to share their studio experiences. Your studio could be next—check the column for application details.
Don’t miss our Best of 2025 lists. This week, we spotlight our top art films of the year alongside remarkable exhibitions from around the globe. Contributors include respected critics like Aruna D’Souza, Carolina A. Miranda, John Yau, Seph Rodney, and Alex Paik, among others.
