Art has been a driving force for innovation and creativity, pushing us to explore new boundaries and challenge established norms. It has the ability to connect people across cultures and time periods, allowing us to understand and appreciate the unique perspectives of others.

In addition to its aesthetic value, art has also served as a powerful tool for shedding light on cultural hegemony, exposing societal inequalities and injustices. Through various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, literature, and film, artists have been able to express their own experiences and perspectives while also giving a voice to those who are often marginalized and oppressed.

Whether we realize it or not, art is a fundamental part of our everyday lives. It is present in the way we decorate our homes, the clothes we wear, and the music we listen to. Art also plays a role in the way we communicate with each other, as public speaking and storytelling are both forms of artistic expression.

Celebrating World Art Day on April 15th, intentionally coinciding with Leonardo Da Vinci’s birthday, is a way to honor one of the most influential and visionary artists of all time. Da Vinci was a master of multiple mediums, including painting, sculpture, and engineering. His innovative ideas and groundbreaking techniques continue to inspire artists and scientists alike, reminding us of the powerful impact that art can have on our lives and our world.

In celebration of this day, we look at some of the projects that help better the international creative community, ones that unite artists and make a true difference. What’s best is that they’re all right here – under the .ART umbrella. We hope they inspire you and fuel your imagination. Enjoy! 

Therme.art Driven by a belief in wellbeing for all, Therme Group creates the world’s most advanced wellbeing resorts, all while ecombining nature, technology and culture. Through Therme.art, the Group supports the art and architecture community via a programme dedicated to the realization of large-scale, long-term art projects for Therme Group’s esteemed thermal baths. The programme works with internationally renowned artists, architects and leading voices to exchange dialogues and ideas. Panel attendees include speakers such as Artistic Director of Serpentine Galleries, Hans Ulrich Obrist; Artistic Director at Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh, and Global Director of Art Basel, Marc Spiegler, among others.
 

south-south.artPart auction, part online fair, South South is a platform focused on the Global South (lower-income countries). It debuted with a live, 22-lot auction and a 49-lot timed online auction, which kicked off a week of online viewing rooms. South South is building a community of artists, gallerists, curators, and patrons who have all hold a keen interest in both the decentralization of art production and the richness and depth of artistic expression in the Global South.

grants.art 

The Sevens Foundation project focuses on curating, educating, and funding artists’ first step into creative self-sovereignty through NFTs. It is an international committee and 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to spotlight emerging artists and share their creativity with the world. 

agoradigital.art 

Agora Digital Art is a social enterprise in the form a network that empowers women in the digital art world. From talks to podcasts, stories, profiles to an artist’s residency, it is focused on art and exchanges between their volunteer curators, art historians, copywriters, marketers and creative minds. Their network is built on high ethical standards such as diversity, transparency, openness and mutual respect, which helps democratise art and leads to meaningful exchanges. 

merakitribe.art

Meraki art tribe is an online platform that brings artists together, forming a community that promotes the value and merit of art and amplifies a diversity of artistic voices. Their services include artistic promotions, individual profiles, photo, video and recording facilities and more. The tribe comprises members of the arts and crafts, body art, music, digital and performing arts amongst other genres. 

medliq.art The Atlas of Mediterranean Liquidity is a platform for interactive maps that investigates the effects of climate change on water issues in the Mediterranean. This project aims to bring together many voices, perspectives, narratives and agencies to help counterbalance the not so neutral practice that is mapping. This project is spearheaded collaboratively by the Goethe-Institut and CDA Holon. It brings about new ways of learning, thinking and understanding issues around water and, in particular, the Mediterranean. 

The Art Therapy Initiative by .ART Domains

.ART launched its ART THERAPY INITIATIVE in January to expand the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility program. As part of the ongoing initiative, we have pledged a $1 million endowment for graduate fellowships for students in the Art Therapy Program at George Washington University.

By supporting .ART you are supporting this important cause as a portion of the revenue from the sale of .ART domains goes toward funding the Art Therapy Initiative and its charitable activities such as the GWU scholarship.

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