Arts
Arts
Explore and Transform: A Look into the World of Fanfiction
Fanfiction has often been stigmatized for its focus on erotica and romance. It's time to rewrite that narrative.
by VIKKI XU
Arts
“Macho Men: Hypermasculinity in Dutch & American Prints” Deconstructs the Masculine Ideal
The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s new exhibition takes a hard look at the sensationalized male physique.
by HANNAH SUNG
Arts
The Good, The Bad, and The Radical World of Campaign Art
From font to color choices, campaign posters have the power to hint at the political future.
by ALEXANDRA KANAN
Features
Love and Longing in ‘Modigliani Up Close’
A landmark retrospective at the Barnes Foundation traces Modigliani’s debts to memory.
by IRMA KISS
Arts
“Oneness: Nature & Connectivity in Chinese Art” brings us closer to the Chinese landscape
A new show at the PMA features contemporary and historic works.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
Style
The WALK's 27L is a Soaring Success
The student magazine's fashion fundraiser—a collab with Castle—offers a window into Philly's budding fashion scene.
by IRMA KISS
Arts
In Conversation: Arthur Tress’ Japanese Illustrated Books and Contemporary Photographs
The Kislak Center presents a curatorial collaboration among students, professors, and librarians.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
Style
Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' Get Painted in Tomato Soup
Artwashing and Climate Activism Recently Came to Head in a Colorful Protest
by VIKKI XU
Arts
The PMA's 'Matisse in the 1930s' Tells a Philadelphia Story
How a mural commission for the Barnes Foundation in 1930 became a moment of creative renewal.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Arts
Botanical Illustrations and the Art of the Unknown
At the intersection of art and science, this historical genre continues to mesmerize.
by EYANA LAO
Arts
100 Candles for 100 Years: A Big Birthday for Barnes
The Barnes celebrated its centennial anniversary with tons of community programs and special exhibitions.
by JESSA GLASSMAN
Arts
Lowering the Chandelier: What ‘Phantom of the Opera’ Closing Means for Broadway
The final bow of Broadway's longest running show may very well be the final bow for an era of musical theater.
by EMMA HALPER
Arts
Jennette McCurdy’s ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ Is for the Nickelodeon Kids Who Are All Grown Up
The “iCarly” actress’ memoir is a cleverly self–aware and cynical narration of her dangerous and interconnected relationships with acting, food, and her mother.
by EMILY MAIORANO
Arts
‘A Queen in Bucks County’ Delivers Erotica via SEPTA
The sexier the better in Kay Gabriel's buzzy, boozy collection—and what's sexier than economic revolution?
by IRMA KISS
Arts
Who's the 'Funny Girl' Now?
A casting decision bigger than Broadway: fulfilling Lea Michele's dream.
by KATE RATNER
Arts
Pictures of Space: Art That’s Out of This World?
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is making complicated science both accessible and beautiful.
by JULIA ESPOSITO
Ego
Yune Kim Finds the Purpose of Career Within Art
Her playfulness and wonder seeps through every aspect of her art—whether it be textbook illustrations or bunny bucket hats.
by EMILY MAIORANO
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