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Edward von Lõngus: ”Judgment Day” withholds a warning about the instability unsustainable world-order”

In mid-June, the enormous eight-meter-high work in steel plates “Judgment Day” by street artist Edward von Lõngus was opened in Tallinn at Ülemiste City. The artwork was compiled for the main exhibition of the Tallinn Biennale "Doomsday Cathedral" two years ago, and it is a remix of Lõngus from the…

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First Vilnius Biennial for Performance Art Announces an Open Call

The Vilnius Biennial for Performance Art announces an international open call for artists to participate in the 2023 event. The first and only performance art festival in Vilnius will take place in the capital’s public and semi-public spaces. The Biennial will invite Vilnius residents and visitors to witness performances by…

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Meno Niša celebrates its birthday with an exhibition by Andris Vitolins

Vilnius gallery Meno Niša celebrates its 20th birthday with a special exhibition "We Need a Chance to Be Reborn" by the famous Latvian artist Andris Vītoliņš that is opened in two locations – Vilnius Town Hall and Meno Niša Gallery.

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The Best of the ArtVilnius’21 Art Fair Unveiled

ArtVilnius’21 Contemporary Art Fair that ended last weekend selected the best galleries, artists and works

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Photos: Riga Last Thursday

Riga Last Thursday brought extended opening hours and new crowds to the galleries, but the talk on everyone's lips was artist Kristian Brekte mural scandal on the Riga Secondary School No. 40 wall.

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New exhibitions at Arka gallery in Vilnius

As the museums and galleries opened their doors in Lithuania, one of the four art galleries, Arka in Vilnius launched fresh exhibitions of Lithuanian artists.

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Maarit Murka’s hyperrealism at Meno Niša Gallery

Lithuanian based gallery Meno Niša invites everyone to “Realistic target situation”, a solo exhibition of one of the most prominent Estonian artists Maarit Murka. Famous for her photorealistic paintings, the artist will once again blur the boundaries between reality and its representation in the exhibition where visitors will be met…

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Great Art Day presents a wide selection of Estonian galleries and artists at Vabaduse väljak

The Great Art Day at Vabaduse väljak, well-known from Tallinn Art Week and one of the broadest selections of art presentations in Estonia, will take place as part of Tallinn Biennial today Sunday, 5 July at 12–7pm.

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The Essence of Canceled Art Exhibitions: “Night Mare/ Nightmare” by Meru

"Night Mare/Nightmare" that was attended to open in gallery Staapli 3, is almost a retrospective of Meru, where an artist, after facing herself, tackles the topics from a decade ago in another angle. How does the artist see herself now? What are the bad habits and fear she carries now?…

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Essence of Canceled Art Exhibitions: “Endangered Species” by Flo Kasearu

In mid-February, Flo Kasearu's exhibition "Endangered Species" was opened at the Tartu Art Museum, which tells the story of closing down a small shop in Pärnu. The exhibition curated by Marika Vaarik was open only a few weeks before the state of emergency closed the museum's doors.

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Photo coverage “Umbluu. Time and Space Vello Vinn feat Kiwa”

Last week a solo exhibition of Vello Vinn titled "Umbluu. Time and Space Vello Vinn feat Kiwa” was opened in Tartu Art House.

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Photo covergage: Two new exhibitions in Vartai

Until March 13 Vartai gallery in Vilnius shows two solo shows: “smooth space, pleated” by Lithuanian artists Geistė Marija Kinčinaitytė and “Date Night” by Latvian artist Daria Melnikova.

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Winners of Nordic and Baltic Young Artist Award 2019 announced

Nordic & Baltic Young Artist Awards 2019 were announced last Sunday in Riga, Latvian National Museum of Art. Among the 301 competing artworks, the Grand Prix was handed out to Finnish artist Rag Elnyg. In addition to Public Choice award, the best Young Painter and Best Young Photographer were recognized…

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Kai Art Center opened its doors!

Last weekend Kai Art Center, the cultural heart of seaside Noblessner harbour complex opened its doors. In a century-old former secret submarine plant visitors will encounter captivating and thought-provoking exhibitions, art and cinema, four cafes and restaurants, and various venues for hosting events both in Kai’s interior space and outdoor…

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Fotografiska Tallinn brings glamour to Estonian art scene

Stockholm-based internationally renowned Fotografiska has opened its doors in Tallinn, Telliskivi Creative City. It's a meeting place where photography, good food, music, design, and open way of thinking to get together. The opening party brought together hundreds of local and international art professionals and enthusiasts. Check out the photo reportage…

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