written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Discrimination, bigotry, and racial separation mark the dark chapters of human history. Manifestations of racism have often been reflected in artefacts and images that perpetuated divisions between different ethnic groups. Examining the artefacts is crucial in understanding the depth of racial divisions…

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Religion, throughout human history, has been a defining characteristic of cultural identity for numerous societies and communities. Today it continues to shape beliefs, values, and practices, reflecting a deep-rooted connection between religion and culture. The sense of belonging and connection that individuals…

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Raising children has always been a complex and multifaceted task. Our lives are a dynamic mix of challenges and experiences, technological immersion, global communication, distraction, and opportunities. Humans experience the best living standards regarding commodities, health care, access to information, cultural awareness…

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache The African people have endured centuries of colonization and racial discrimination. The enslavement treatment of local communities by the Western world and the displacement from their homeland resulted in profound intergenerational trauma. The cultural wounds passed down from one generation to another…

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Today we are all experiencing cultural assimilation in one way or another. The continuous exposure to major social, cultural, and economic events such as globalization, war, and immigration are some of the predominant issues of contemporary times in which people are interconnected…

written by art historian & curatorMihaela Manolache Recycled art, also known as up-cycled or found object art, emerged as a form of artistic expression during the 20th century. …

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache The rise of consumer culture and globalisation has played a role in fostering materialistic values. The availability of a wide range of products and the ease of access to them have contributed to a culture of constant consumption. …

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Naïve art is a controversial artistic genre situated at the border between folk art, outsider art, or provincial art. Officially defined as visual creation belonging to individuals lacking formal education in fine arts, naïve art reflects an aesthetics decorative and simple, similar…

written by art historian & curator Mihaela Manolache Art has served politics, monarchs, and kings since the birth of civilisation. Artistic creations showcased their political power and impressed their subjects for devotion and loyalty purposes. Impressive architectural constructions, majestic wall paintings, gold sculptures, and mosaics depict the leader’s wealth, adoration…