Stop-motion animations are undeniably cool. A string of strategic still photographs shown as a progression can be used as a type of special effect, allowing its subjects to bend the laws of reality. Often, this is used for funny videos, like this one:
Tony vs. Paul

The flying and moving-through-fences effects are so friggin’ cool, and [...]

The art world explodes into empty storefronts, public buildings and campus concert halls as part of a month-long initiative.

The love story musical that happens to be about an artist.

This — is art.

Have a dollop of culture with your morning Norbucks latte.

With a witty clip and an affordable ticket, Art is worth the trip downtown.

The artist explains his inspiration, influences and drive to party.

The inhabitants of Kresge’s mysterious third floor speak about their work.

Erica Hart tells us about expensive lobsters and a dog named Barack.

Pig brains and Lauren Redding’s thoughts on pick-up lines.

I don’t know much about the recentlly-finished drama The Wire. I saw a few episodes and thought it was good, though I wouldn’t declare it “greatest TV show ever” and proceed to need a change of pants. Still, I know lots of people dig the show, and I’m sure plenty of kids still [...]

Enjoy music, art or theater? How about circuses? Looptopia brings it all in one 14-hour bash.

Art Chicago 2008 wraps up today.

The Dittmar Gallery in Norris features new exhibits by Brandy Pudzis and Marcy Sperry.

Games like Shadow of the Colossus prove video games can achieve the status of art.