A rare sketch by Michelangelo has set a new auction record, with a five-inch drawing of a foot selling for $27.2 million. The sale underscores the enduring demand for works by Old Masters and the premium placed on authenticated drawings by the Renaissance great.


Michelangelo Sketch Sets New Auction Record as Tiny Drawing Sells for $27.2 Million | Gravitas

Australia’s Indigenous Art Triennial showcases 10 immersive artworks, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. Visitors can experience innovative installations that blend tradition with contemporary expression.

Australia’s Indigenous Art Triennial: 10 Immersive Works On Display

Lagos’ bustling streets have transformed into a vibrant open-air gallery as the city hosts its first-ever Street Art Festival. Bold murals and striking graffiti by Nigerian artists now cover walls across the city, celebrating urban culture, identity, and creative expression.

The festival highlights Lagos’ growing reputation as a cultural and arts hub, bringing street art into the mainstream and giving local artists a global platform.

Arts Hub Lagos Elevates Nigerian Graffiti at Street Mural Festival

A community of artists in Kenya is helping to inspire the next generation of talent

Art Transforms Lives in an Impoverished Nairobi Neighborhood

Which galleries attract millions each year? Explore the world’s most visited art galleries, each with famous pieces, history, and stories you might not know. Know what draws so many people in? 

7 Most visited art galleries in the world

In Milan, scientists and artists unite to explore masterpieces like never before. The ‘Art From Inside’ exhibition uses medical imaging to uncover hidden layers, revealing the unseen stories behind classic artworks.


Milan’s ‘Art from Inside’ exhibition unveils hidden secrets using medical imaging 

Tibetan artists and rappers are reviving and reinventing their heritage — blending centuries-old traditions with hip-hop, street art, and contemporary music. From the historic alleys of Old Lhasa to vibrant festivals and digital art, discover how young Tibetans are preserving culture while redefining identity in a changing world.

A new life for old Lhasa landmarks | Artists use rap to promote culture

In the painting that dates back to 1931, Mahatma Gandhi is shown "at the height of his power", claims Caspar Leighton, grandson of the artist behind the painting.

Rare oil painting of Mahatma Gandhi—probably the only one he sat for—to be auctioned for THIS whopping amount

Nigerian autistic artist, Kanyeachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, has carved out a global niche for himself with his art, winning the Guinness World Records for the largest artwork on canvas by an individual.

Autistic Nigerian teen breaks world record for largest canvas art

Christie’s New York is under fire as thousands call for the cancellation of its AI-generated art auction. Artists have sent an open letter condemning the event, arguing that AI art threatens human creativity and the traditional art market.

Christie's faces backlash as artists protest AI art auction in New York

Catch #UshaUthup in a candid conversation with WION's Shubhangi Priyadarshini as the legendary Indian singer talks about music and more.

Usha Uthup On Music, Acting and More

Catch #UshaUthup in a candid conversation with WION's Shubhangi Priyadarshini as the legendary Indian singer talks about music and more.



A new exhibition in western #Germany is hoping to expand the public's perception of Africa via art and cultural history.

Art Exhibition Aims to Broaden Understanding of Africa Through Cultural History

WION's Kriti Tulsiani (@tulsianikriti) takes you into the magical world of puppets as celebrated puppeteers Andrew Kim and Anurupa Roy shed light on what the craft is all about.

A Grand Parade With Puppets & Puppeteers

Apoxyomenos, the ancient Greek statue discovered by a Belgian diver IN 1996 has been drawing visitors to the island since it was raised from the sea in 1999. Watch to know more.

Apoxyomenos: Found By A Belgian Diver In 1996

Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate it than attending a Tim Burton exhibition. Watch this report to know more about Tim Burton's fantastic exhibition.

Tim Burton Exhibition Opens In London

A recent study has shown that experiencing real art can significantly enrich brain activity, heighten emotional responses, and strengthen memory. The research highlights how direct engagement with art stimulates neural pathways, leading to deeper cognitive and emotional processing, offering profound mental benefits beyond mere aesthetic appreciation.

Study Reveals That Experiencing Real Art Enhances Brain Function, Emotions, and Memory

Viewing Real Art Enriches Brain, Emotions and Memories, Reveals Study

Despite the fiasco of the Detroit Bridgerton-themed ball and last year’s infamous Willy Wonka experience in Glasgow, the demand for real-life experiences based on TV programmes is seemingly unabated, with The Traitors launching an immersive live event and the Teletubbies an art gallery show.

Teletubbies return with art takeover world tour

Johnny Depp has made a triumphant return to the big screen with the release of his highly anticipated biopic "MODI." The film delves into the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani, showcasing Depp's passion for both acting and filmmaking. "MODI" marks Depp's return to the spotlight as a movie star, as he takes on the role of director for the project.

Johnny Depp Launches His "MODI" Biopic, Makes Comeback As Movie Star

Johnny Depp is offering a glimpse into his creative process with a new art exhibit set to open in New York City on Friday, Oct. 4. Titled "A Bunch of Stuff," the immersive exhibition will provide an intimate look at Depp’s artwork for the first time, according to the creative team.

Johnny Depp is set to open an art exhibition in N.Y.C

India: Man from Bihar tries to steal artefacts worth $1,786,041 from State Museum in Bhopal

Art now goes beyond just landscapes and sketches. Meet the artist ‘painting with soil’

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