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How the Whitney Biennial 2026 reimagines the new American
Mar 11, 2026by Sunena V Maju Mar 11, 2026
The 82nd Whitney Biennial 2026 is a group show that reflects the ‘turbulent existential weather’ of the United States today.
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Inside Worldglimpsing: worlding and roleplay as rehearsals for the real world
Feb 20, 2026by Bansari Paghdar Feb 20, 2026
At ArkDes in Stockholm, the design exhibition positions collective imagination as a civic and political act and design as a method of rehearsing hopeful futures.
EXIT Ceren’s debut furniture series enacts Tetris with the joyful Pixel Theory
Nov 17, 2025by Mrinmayee Bhoot Nov 17, 2025
New York-based spatial designer Ceren Arslan transforms the visual aesthetic of video games and digital realms into a playful, modular design collection.
Art against authoritarianism: HKW’s Global Fascisms presents an urgent challenge
Nov 10, 2025by Srishti Ojha Nov 10, 2025
The group exhibition features artists working in new media, digital art, public art, performance and traditional mediums to analyse the rise of global fascism and imagine alternative futures.
Reinventing legacy through identity: Inside Hall Haus’ ever-evolving design world
Sep 26, 2025by Aarthi Mohan Sep 26, 2025
In conversation with STIR, the Paris-based collective reflects on practise rooted in culture, accessibility and cohesive energy, along with their artistic direction at Maison&Objet 2025.
Onassis ONX on cultivating and curating interdisciplinary artscapes
Aug 14, 2025by Bansari Paghdar Aug 14, 2025
Jazia Hammoudi and Matthew Niederhauser tell STIR how the hybrid studio fosters creative agency, curates immersive exhibitions and shapes new media culture.
Architecture and Video Games posits virtual worlds as spaces of architectural thought
Aug 07, 2025by Bansari Paghdar Aug 07, 2025
A reflective essay on the Routledge publication harps on the two intertwined media to discuss collaborative worldbuilding, authorship, user agency and cultural memory.
‘Soleil.s’ at mudac spotlights various approaches to potential solar futures
Apr 29, 2025by Mrinmayee Bhoot Apr 29, 2025
The design biennale, initiated to promote clean energy, is hosted in Switzerland this year, with a focus on the power of the sun to imagine a sustainable future for humanity.
The work of creativity in the age of digital reproduction and social rebellion
Apr 25, 2025by STIRworld Apr 25, 2025
The STIR editorial team weighs in on the recent OpenAI-Studio Ghibli debacle, using it as a springboard to examine the phenomenon’s broader repercussions on creative disciplines.
Digitally Dubai: AI, data art and more, at Art Dubai Digital 2025
Apr 03, 2025by Manu Sharma Apr 03, 2025
This behemoth art fair in West Asia returns with a promising digital art lineup in its 18th year.
War games and cinematic storytelling titillate in Cemile Sahin’s ‘ROAD RUNNER’
Mar 05, 2025by Hili Perlson Mar 05, 2025
The artist imagines a not-so-distant future of surveillance and sacrifice in her latest work at Esther Schipper in Berlin.
Access Kafka’ honours Kafka's legacy, gesturing to parallels in contemporary art
Feb 03, 2025by Hili Perlson Feb 03, 2025
The exhibition at the Jewish Museum Berlin explores the themes of entry points, freedom and agency in the Czech writer’s oeuvre.
Bady Dalloul and ‘Land of Dreams’: A journey through migration and imagination
Jan 09, 2025by Erik Augustin Palm Jan 09, 2025
Syrian-French artist Bady Dalloul’s Land of Dreams at the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo invites viewers into a world where migration, memory and fiction collide.
Beyond the canvas: How art sparked crossdisciplinary encounters in 2024
Dec 24, 2024by STIRworld Dec 24, 2024
STIRred 2024: A look back at 2024 events and exhibitions where crossovers between art and fashion, videogames, food and sport resulted in truly memorable moments and installations.
'Radical Software' highlights the work of early women computer artists
Nov 03, 2024by Manu Sharma Nov 03, 2024
Guest curator Michelle Cotton discusses the necessity of this landmark exhibition in an interview with STIR.
Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley gamifies the fight for visibility at Berghain
Oct 07, 2024by Manu Sharma Oct 07, 2024
Dr Boris Magrini, Senior Curator, LAS Art Foundation, and visiting curator Mawena Yehouessi discuss the mysterious video game ‘ARE YOU SOULLESS, TOO?’.
LuYang on ancient philosophies and digital identities in 'DOKU The Flow'
Aug 30, 2024by Ornella D’Souza Aug 30, 2024
In a conversation with STIR, the multimedia creator talks about marrying technology, gaming and gender-nonconforming beliefs with Eastern philosophies.
Proudly Queer: Discover eight exciting artists from the LGBTQIA+ community
Jun 20, 2024by Manu Sharma Jun 20, 2024
To celebrate Pride Month, STIR delves into its extensive archive to highlight the compelling artistic practice of eight queer artists.
Miao Ying’s third show at Galerie nächst St. Stephan, and how it frames AI
Feb 12, 2024by Manu Sharma Feb 12, 2024
Gallery Director Samuel Mizrachi joins STIR to explore the artist’s articulation of human and artificial intelligence.
‘The World that Belongs to Us’ traces the complexity of colonial history
Feb 07, 2024by Dilpreet Bhullar Feb 07, 2024
The intergenerational artists of the exhibition The World that Belongs to Us draw upon the nuanced colonial history to revisit its ramifications in current times.
DesignTO Festival 2024 crafts a sustainable, just and joyful world
Jan 18, 2024by Aarthi Mohan Jan 18, 2024
The 14th edition of Toronto's annual design celebration embraces the fusion of art, design and technology, to shape a world of inclusivity and environmental consciousness.
Holger Lippmann discusses his geometrical code art with STIR
Dec 26, 2023by Manu Sharma Dec 26, 2023
The German digital artist, based in Berlin, explores his practice and the inspiration behind his generative work.
Crafted Sound: bespoke synthesisers by Love Hultén
Nov 08, 2023by Manu Sharma Nov 08, 2023
The Swedish designer and craftsman discusses the ethos, journey and inspiration behind his practice.
'Waxy Fruits': Eric von Stein’s uncanny, AI-generated, vintage-inspired images
Sep 26, 2023by Manu Sharma Sep 26, 2023
The American artist and toymaker discusses his application of older artificial intelligence image generation software to create this unique aesthetic.
A look at 'AYA', the cutting-edge multimedia art-driven experience in Dubai
Sep 09, 2023by Manu Sharma Sep 09, 2023
In a conversation with STIR, Rama Allen of HyperSpace discusses their ambitious entertainment venture.
Singaporean artist collective ToNewEntities explores Web3 & community subcultures
Aug 15, 2023by Sukanya Deb Aug 15, 2023
To New Entities speaks about their new short film CAST and the coming together of self-made creative spaces and collectives as they navigate the metaverse.
Outlanders Design sets a precedent for artistic branding and design practices
Aug 04, 2023by Manu Sharma Aug 04, 2023
STIR in conversation with Tameem Sankari and Anja Dalby, on purpose, inspiration, and the future, of the Copenhagen-based Outlanders Design studio.
STIR speaks with Gabriel Massan on 'Third World: The Bottom Dimension’
Jul 07, 2023by Manu Sharma Jul 07, 2023
Third World: The Bottom Dimension, presented by Serpentine Galleries, is an enchanting game world that intersects Massan’s interdisciplinary art and lived experience.
‘Modules’ by Maxim Zhestkov: A creative undertaking at the cutting edge of VR
May 26, 2023by Manu Sharma May 26, 2023
Russian artist Maxim Zhestkov discusses his virtual reality project that blurs various creative disciplines.
Understanding 'Game Design Today' with curator Damian Fopp
May 19, 2023by Almas Sadique May 19, 2023
Game Design Today at Museum für Gestaltung Zürich traces the evolution of gaming and its increasing influence on contemporary culture and modes of expression.
'Sculpture in the City' juxtaposes marvels of sculptures and architecture in London
Apr 09, 2023by Dilpreet Bhullar Apr 09, 2023
The annual exhibition Sculpture in the City in London, under the helm of Artistic Director Stella Ioannou, thrives to reinforce the capital of the UK as a hub of cultural conversations.
Dhaka Art Summit 2023 explores metaphors of word and water that have shaped culture
Feb 02, 2023by Rahul Kumar Feb 02, 2023
STIR speaks with Diana Campbell Betancourt, chief curator of the Dhaka Art Summit 2023, investigating the theme and its cultural context, new initiatives to expect, and future of the summit.
Consider the Button! MoMA looks at the nuance of interactive design
Feb 01, 2023by Devanshi Shah Feb 01, 2023
Never Alone: Video Games and Other Interactive Design charts the connection between the designer, the player, and the interface.
Damjan Jovanovic presents solo show 'Discovery' at SCI-Arc Gallery
Jan 25, 2023by Shraddha Nair Jan 25, 2023
Damjan Jovanovic, an educator, architect and game designer, explored world-building through co-operative player dynamics to imagine integrated, optimistic futures.
2022 art recap: reimagining the future of arts
Dec 31, 2022by Vatsala Sethi Dec 31, 2022
Best of 2022: Artists that STIRred the art world by contributing to a technologically advanced future with virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and more.
The Zium Gallery shows us how to do virtual art galleries the right way
Oct 04, 2022by Shraddha Nair Oct 04, 2022
Australia-based Michael Berto speaks with STIR about building The Zium Gallery, a digital art space that leverages video game formats to create an immersive experience.
Rojkind Arquitectos makes its Metaverse debut with the José Cuervo Metadistillery
Sep 05, 2022by Jincy Iype Sep 05, 2022
STIR interviews Michel Rojkind, founder of Rojkind Arquitectos, on exploring the blooming realm of Metaverse architecture with the Metadistillery, modelled on the roots of an agave plant.
Illustrative Chronicles: A series examining works from the world of illustration
Aug 02, 2022by Rahul Kumar Aug 02, 2022
STIR looks at the art and design of illustration as a discipline to narrate stories of the contemporary urban, created in digital and non-digital formats.
Microsoft's new Xbox Pride Controller 2022 makes "gaming a matter of Pride"
Jun 23, 2022by STIRworld Jun 23, 2022
The multi-coloured, customisable Xbox Pride Controller 2022 is garbed in 34 community flags inspired by stories and identities of the LGBTQIA+ community for Pride month, and beyond.
Colección SOLO presents Hieronymus Bosch’s 'Garden Of Earthly Delights'
Feb 22, 2022by Shraddha Nair Feb 22, 2022
SMACK, Luesita, Cassie McQuater, and Miao Xiaochun among other artists respond to the 15th century masterpiece Garden Of Earthly Delights at Matadero Madrid.
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