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Hideaki Yamanobe in his atelier in Tokyo.

Silent Perception – A Conversation With Artist Hideaki Yamanobe

In the latest edition of our interview series, we once again dive into the world of minimalist aesthetics. In inspiring conversations with creative minds from the fields of architecture, design, and art, we explore how they are guided by their vision and how they express it in their works. Along...

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Silent Perception – A Conversation With Artist Hideaki Yamanobe

Minimalist Art

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Rachel DuVall, Madder on Madder Dash, 2021, Hand-woven linen, natural dye-derived watercolor, linen, ca. 45 x 60cm © The Artist

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Rachel DuVall – A Dialogue Between Color and Form

Rachel DuVall is an artist living and working in Los Angeles, California. She is known...

Abstract Sculpture, made with Midjourney by Aesence

Art Editorials

Is Abstraction the Essence of Art?

The pursuit of abstraction is as old as humanity itself. From prehistoric cave drawings to...

Isadora Gullov-Singh, Finding Tranquility, 91,5 x 122cm(36 x 48 in) © The Artist, Photography by Josef Jacques

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The Rhythm of Stillness – 3 Questions for Isadora Gullov-Singh

“3 Questions for…” showcases and promotes the work of upcoming artists in the early stages...

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Art Criticism: A Blessing Or A Curse?

Art criticism is a centuries-old tradition that attempts to analyze, interpret, and judge the quality...

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22 January → 07 March 2026	André Marfaing – Ink Wash Paintings, 1960s – 1980s	Ceysson & Bénétière Tokyo	More Info
11 January → 07 March 2026	David Quinn – Samhain	Rossicontemporary	More Info
12 February → 07 March 2026	Tycjan Knut – On Formality	Cadogan Gallery Milan	More Info

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Jean Philippe Lagouarde in his studio © Photography by Nolwenn Pernin

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Between Precision and Serendipity – A Conversation With Artist Jean Philippe Lagouarde

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Resonance Beyond the Surface – A Conversation With Artist Søren Sejr

Gwen Hardie with a close-up of "Arc of the sun - Venetian red", 16 x 16 in, for UNTITLED, Miami Beach, Dec 3-7, 2025 with Arden and White © The Artist

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The Alchemy of Light – A Conversation With Artist Gwen Hardie

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On Form, Matter and Emptiness – A Conversation With Artist Eleanor Bartlett

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Can Design be Art?

More and more designers are pushing the boundaries between art and design, creating furniture that looks like art. For them, there is no distinction between the two disciplines (as Michael Anastassiades, for...

How the Mere-Exposure-Effect affects our perception of aesthetics

In conversations with designer and artist friends, I’ve been talking a lot lately about how everything looks the same right now. The same colors and shapes are everywhere. Sure, if something is...

How Ugly May Art Be?

What is art at a time when art can be anything? Rotten food in a freezer? Smudged graffiti on a wall? Animals pickled in formaldehyde? Art is subjective. Sure. Everyone perceives something...

Is Minimalist Art Too Intellectual?

It shouldn’t be a surprise that I’m a big fan of minimalist art. I love writing about this subject and exploring it. The thoughts, spiritual and/or philosophical background of the artist particularly...

Does Minimalist Art Always Look the Same?

I recently had a thought-provoking conversation about minimalist art. My counterpart, a collector of figurative...

Beyond the Surface: The Complexity of Minimalist Art

Until the beginning of the 20th century, art served primarily as a mere representation of...

Abstract Minimalist Painting, created with Midjourney

Is It Possible to Feel an Emotional Connection to AI-Generated Art?

Lately, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly expanded its influence on the art world. Not only...

Black Minimalist Chair, Image created with Midjourney

Does Minimalist Design Mean a Loss of Identity?

“Less is more” – this phrase coined by Mies van der Rohe has long established...

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