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November 2026 Artist Opportunities: Grants, Residencies and Open Calls Around the World
November brings a fresh range of opportunities for artists, designers, photographers and creative professionals. From international grants to funded residencies and exhibition programmes, several organisations are inviting applications for projects taking place in 2027. Some deadlines arrive within the first days of the month. Others remain open until the end of November, giving artists more…
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Why Brand Relevance Depends on Novel Ideas and Creative Risk
In a crowded creative industry, standing out requires more than following familiar trends. Brands need fresh ideas, unexpected perspectives and a willingness to move beyond established ways of thinking. This was the central message shared by design director Will Geddes and executive producer Helena Corzan from creative agency The New Company during a recent Nicer…
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Timothy Boomer Reveals the Strange Beauty of Insect Galls Through Macro Photography
Nature photographer Timothy Boomer is bringing attention to one of the natural world’s most unusual creations: insect galls. These tiny structures can look like colourful flowers, strange fruits or miniature alien formations. Yet they are actually produced when certain insects interact with plants. In a recent feature published by Colossal on 30 October 2026, Boomer shares photographs…
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Aspen Golann Transforms 17th-Century Embroidery into Sculptural Wooden Vessels
Artist and furniture maker Aspen Golann is bringing a centuries-old craft tradition into a new artistic setting. Her latest wooden vessels take inspiration from 17th-century embroidery, translating delicate needlework patterns into carved, three-dimensional forms. The project grew from Golann’s interest in early American furniture and the history of decorative arts. Through her research, she became…
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Arielle Bobb Willis Explores the Power of Photography as a Way to Stay Present
For photographer Arielle Bobb Willis, photography is more than a way to create beautiful images. It is also a practice that helps her stay connected to the world around her. Speaking at Nicer Tuesdays in Los Angeles, the photographer discussed how personal experiences, mental health and curiosity have shaped her approach to image-making. Her work…
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The Encyclopedia of Movie Cats Celebrates Cinema’s Most Memorable Felines
Cats have been stealing scenes in films for decades, from mysterious companions to mischievous troublemakers. Now, a new book from A24 is bringing together hundreds of these memorable screen appearances in one colourful collection. The Encyclopedia of Movie Cats is an extensive visual guide to feline performers throughout cinema history. Released in October 2026, the book…
Recent Posts
- November 2026 Artist Opportunities: Grants, Residencies and Open Calls Around the World
- Why Brand Relevance Depends on Novel Ideas and Creative Risk
- Timothy Boomer Reveals the Strange Beauty of Insect Galls Through Macro Photography
- Aspen Golann Transforms 17th-Century Embroidery into Sculptural Wooden Vessels
- Arielle Bobb Willis Explores the Power of Photography as a Way to Stay Present
