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British artist David Hockney, famed for his vibrant poolside paintings and transformative impact on contemporary art, has died at age 88. His six-decade career spanned bold color, experimental perspectives, and landmark works that helped reshape modern British art; tributes from galleries, peers, and fans underscore his enduring influence.
PlayStation support studio Visual Arts has experienced another round of layoffs, with former employees sharing the news on social media. The exact number of staff affected is unclear at this time. Visual Arts, known for its work on games like The Last of Us and Uncharted, previously underwent restructuring in May. This comes after Sony shut down PixelOpus, the studio behind Concrete Genie and Entwined, earlier this year.
Several developers have been laid off from PlayStation's Visual Arts group, including senior level designer Daniel Bellemere. The San Diego-based Visual Arts Service Group, known for its work on The Last of Us Part 1, has seen contracts with developers end and layoffs occur. This comes amidst widespread reports of job losses in the gaming industry, including at Zen Studios and other studios owned by Embracer Group. Embracer has implemented a restructuring program following a failed $2 billion partnership deal, resulting in studio closures and project terminations.
The Los Angeles Times has compiled a list of 30 must-see arts events happening in Southern California this fall. From visual arts exhibitions featuring artists like Alexandre Arrechea and Jennifer Guidi, to theater productions such as "The Bluest Eye" and "Inherit the Wind," and classical music performances including the Walt Disney Concert Hall 20th Anniversary Celebration and the California Festival, there is something for everyone to enjoy in the vibrant arts scene of Southern California.
Artisphere, the three-day art festival celebrating visual, performing, and culinary arts, returns to Greenville, South Carolina, this weekend with the largest number of artists ever featured. The festival features 143 artists from 30 different states, including 15 local artists and 40 new artists. Visitors can enjoy high-quality pieces of art, including paintings, prints, jewelry, wood, glass, ceramics, and metal works, in a casual, comfortable atmosphere, and meet the artists. The festival also includes Kidsphere, live music, and free art workshops. Entrance to Artisphere is free, and the event is rain or shine.