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How the new EU ink ban may be permanently scarring the tattoo industry

The EU Commission argues that tattoo artists have had plenty of time to prepare for the switch. A petition surpassing 160,000 signatures begs to differ.

Design

Naked Nirvana baby has Nevermind 'exploitation' lawsuit dismissed

Spencer Elden, now 30 years old, had his claim thrown out after representatives for the band's estate argued he has spent his life profiting from his appearance on the album cover.

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Bosnian artists paint giant mural to honour Michael Schumacher

The 3rd January 2022 marked Schumacher's 53rd birthday.

Experiences

Dry January: Here’s how to have fun and stay sober this month

From art galleries to escape rooms and spas, there are plenty of ways to honour your New Year's resolution in style.

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Design

Which famous Russian travel route has been turned into a model city?

The well-known tourist path of cities east and north of Moscow have been recreated through a model display exhibit that features tiny transport systems, landmarks, and even tinier people.

Art

From Squid Game to Belgrade: Our team's cultural highlights of 2021

Euronews Culture's editorial team reflects on the pieces of culture that made their year. Expect drag, art, and plenty of good television.

Art

Art Trends 2022: NFTs

NFTs have broken through to the mainstream and 2022 will only see them proliferate further in the art world.

Art

Italy recovers €10 million worth of stolen art from around the world

Italy’s Culture Minister welcomed the return of more than 200 prized antiquities valued at over 10 million euros that had been located in prestigious US museums and galleries after illegal trafficking.

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Art Trends 2022: How will politics impact Europe's art scenes?

Political conflicts across Hungary and Poland have started to bleed into museums and galleries. How will this year's political manoeuvering bolster – or diffuse – a host of unpopular decisions?

Art

Meet the Russian artist creating uniquely Lenin-inspired skull beads

Aleksey Zaslavskiy, a Russian craftsman, creates skull beads of Vladimir Lenin in order to explore different perceptions of the historical figure.

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Miniature art goes big in Paris with 'Small is Beautiful' exhibition

Fans of the mini phenomenon can immerse themselves in the most unlikely objects, bringing their childhood imaginations back to life.

Art

Art trends 2022: The growing influence of independent art spaces

Often generously funded, these independent visual art spaces will continue to grow in importance throughout Europe.

Art

Art Trends 2022: How artists are taking on the climate crisis

With continued concern following the deals announced at COP26, will the “groundswell” of artistic engagement with environmental issues contribute to meaningful change?

World

Culture shock: the impact of COVID on creative sectors

In this special review of culture in 2021 we take a look at some of the most significant developments in the world of culture over the past 12 months.

Art

Portuguese museum exhibits women's contribution to ceramics

'Unknown Territories: Women's Creativity in Portuguese Modern and Contemporary Ceramics (1950-2020)' will run through December until June 2022 in Lisbon.

Design

Ice sculptors transform Russian city into winter wonderland

Working in sub-zero temperatures, ice sculptors have turned the Siberian city of Tomsk into a festive paradise through the city's annual design competition.

Art

Titanic exhibition in London retells tragic stories and heroic deeds

'Titanic The Exhibition' is taking a fresh look at the tragedy of the ill-fated ocean liner, which sank in 1912 on its maiden voyage

Art

Esch-Sur-Alzette: Why you need to visit Europe's Capital of Culture

Luxembourg's industrial town of Esch-Sur-Alzette has been named Europe's Capital of Culture 2022. Here's why you need to visit this fascinating former steel industry centre.

Art

'I paint hope': Young Syrian painter dreams of a European escape

16-year-old Roaa Tanari has spent most of her life living among the ruins of Syria's war.

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Hearing colours, sensing time: a day in the life of a cyborg artist

Spain-based artist Neil Harbisson was born completely colour blind, but these days a device attached to his head turns colour into audible frequencies.