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Image by Ryan Trecartin, courtesy of Temple University Philadelphia's own superstar artist, 28-year-old Ryan Trecartin, has won the first iteration of the new Jack Wolgin International Competition in the Fine Arts, at $150,000 the largest juried prize in the world to go to an individual visual artist. Congratulations to... continue reading on Phillyist

Ryan Trecartin Image Courtesy of Temple University The new Jack Wolgin International Competition in the Fine Arts, at $150,000, is the largest juried prize in the world to go to an individual visual artist. Philadelphia banker and real estate mogul Jack Wolgin wants the prize to be awarded annually,... continue reading on Phillyist

In celebration of eight years in Philadelphia, the Bridgette Mayer Gallery is holding a Benefit Art Exhibition to honor the non-profit group Back on My Feet. Back on My Feet promotes the self-sufficiency of Philadelphia’s homeless population by engaging them in running as a means to build confidence, strength... continue reading on Phillyist

The Cubans are coming to Northern Liberties' Projects Gallery this First friday and through May 30 in a traveling exhibition titled Aqui Estamos (Here We Are in Spanish), which is not only curated by the author of this entry, but also represents the first ever appearance in the Philly... continue reading on Phillyist

Readers of American Style magazine named New York City as the top "big city" arts destination in the country. Buffalo was named best "mid-size" city, and Santa Fe led the "small city" category. Philadelphia came in 9th in the Big City category, trailing NYC, Chicago, Washington, San Francisco, Albuquerque, Boston,... continue reading on Phillyist