Posted March 13, 2012 I have been wanting to start a thread where there can be talk of recent in-the-news art stuff in general. I looked and couldn't find a thread like this in this section. Also, I was unsure if it would be better suited here or in the general discussion thread. Anyways, for the start off post, I wanted to share this really exciting article I found on the national geographics website about a lost da Vinci mural which some experts believe they have found hidden behind a wall of another famous mural. The da Vinci piece is believed to be The Battle of Anghiari, which has only been glimpsed through other artist reproductions. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/20...eonardo20120312 There's some political conflict going on, so the investigation has currently been halted. As well, I wanted to show this really inspirational work that a sculptor is working on in the Caribbean to help the local reefs. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/20...photos-science/ Art is usually used as a form of communication, so I find it awesome that he has found a way to use it for more than just that. Share this post Link to post
Posted April 7, 2012 This isn't about art, but it seems Thomas Kinkade has died. I for one don't believe the "world has lost a great artist" but an entrepreneur. He found a way to appeal to the masses and profit from it. Sure he seemed to have done some nice things, but I will only remember him from his massive production line of "assistants" who did a bulk of his work for him. Share this post Link to post
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