Rectangles after rectangles after rectangles. Rothko was a truly prolific artist who found his groove painting hazy swatches of color and stuck with it until the very end. Maybe you've wondered what the point of it all is, or why he did...

In this video, the teacher explains how writers use signal words to show comparisons and contrasts in their writing. They provide examples and guide the viewers through revising a draft to include these signal words. By using signal...

The Art Assignment visits artist collective Dignicraft during their residency at the McColl Center for Art + Innovation, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Omar Foglio, José Luis Figueroa, and Paola Rodriguez give us the assignment to...

Overview of the history of German music, from Classical composers Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johannes Brahms to contemporary pop musicians.

In this video, the viewer is taken on a tour of Antibes, a beautiful town on the French Riviera. The town is rich in art, both old and contemporary, and the viewer is taken to a ceramic shop owned by a Picasso collector. The video also...

The Roskilde Festival in Denmark is the biggest music festival in Northern Europe, featuring hundreds of artists and bands across various genres. Learn about its history, including a tragic incident that occurred there in 2000.

The Art Assignment continues its journey through New Orleans with Brandan "BMike" Odums, the mastermind behind "ExhibitBE", a collaborative street art exhibition that transformed an unoccupied apartment building and gave it new life. Now...

Outside Lands is a music and arts festival held annually in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. Learn about the festival's diverse lineup of artists spanning multiple genres, delicious food options from around the world, and interactive...

Journey through the life and eating habits of artist Vincent Van Gogh in four courses: potatoes, bread, absinthe, and a decent meal. For a more thorough exploration of his work.

I've been reading a lot of art theory lately and this video is a product of that. I also have been inspired by the long videos of the Art Assignment.

Over the past 3 years, 60 artists have offered art assignments, and thousands of artworks have been made in response. Here's a brief glimpse of what we've all made together over the course of this series so far. So KEEP ASSIGNMENTING!

The Venice Art Biennale is a prestigious event that showcases contemporary art from around the world. Learn more about how this exhibition features renowned artists and emerging talents, offering a unique opportunity to experience...

Country music artist Mickey Guyton breaks down the challenges facing women and people of color in the music industry at WSJ's Future of Everything Series.

In which we review some early responses to The Art Assignment Episode 1: Meet in the Middle

Learn about Edgar Degas, one of the greatest painters of our time.

Lollapalooza is a popular music festival that has been running for 25 years. Learn about its origins and how it became a huge success.

Migration is central to human experience, and art history reflects that. Skipping through time and geography, we explore Jacob Lawrence's Migration Series, Lapita pottery, the Akbarnama, and the Mexica codex "Tira de la Peregrinación,"...

Who are your influences? Who’s asking? Peggy Noland, a fashion designer, and Garry Noland, an artist who happens to be her father. We visit Peggy's shop in Kansas City, Missouri, and she and her dad give us the assignment to make an...

Latitude Festival is a four-day event held in Henham Park, Suffolk, England. Learn more about its unique blend of music, theater, literature, and art, making it culturally enriching and appealing to a wide range of festival-goers.

J Balvin is one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time and joins us for a conversation about the future of the music industry and why he’s using his platform to change the conversation around mental health.

What art that brings you comfort right now? What art do you want to be thinking about? In this episode, we make a book of art by Alec Soth, Miyoko Ito, Giorgio Morandi, Vija Celmins, Sam Gilliam, Sheila Hicks, and Wayne Thiebaud. Make...

The Met Museum in New York is a treasure trove of art, filled with masterpieces of human creativity, but what if it *wasn't* organized geographically or by time period? Is there a better way?

Agnes Martin's minimal paintings reproduce terribly. Their magic does not come though in photos or videos. Guest host John Green discusses Martin's art anyway, how it brilliantly captures emotion itself, and why you should seek it out.

Art Basel is a prestigious international art fair held in Basel, Miami Beach, and Hong Kong. Learn how it showcases a diverse range of modern and contemporary artwork by established and emerging artists.