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The HU are certainly one of the most unique and culturally vibrant metal bands of this generation, and provided the UNESCO’s qualifications regarding the Artist for Peace title, there aren’t ...
In naming the group, The HU as Artist for Peace on Friday, the Director-General recognizes the group’s role in promoting and transmitting this heritage. In return, they will pledge to act as ...
Young John Biggers came to Hampton Institute in 1941 hoping to become a student plumber. A half-century later, some scholars are mentioning this pioneering African-American artist in the same ...
When she visited Slovakia in 1986 as a Fulbright Scholar, Sandria Hu wasn't planning on visiting any archaeological dig sites. But when she was invited by local archaeologists, what she ...
According to UNESCO, being an Artist for Peace means the band will "help raise public awareness on UNESCO’s mandate and programs among the general public and youth. The Hu will use their talent ...
Contemporary jewelry artist Anna Hu has achieved a lot during her years of creating rare and exceptional jewels. However, being a cultural ambassador is something that came as a surprise to her.
Hu Jiamin’s Time Discrepancy (2017), detail, at the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Biennale of Urbanism/Architecture, with the artist’s wife, Marine Brossard. Photo courtesy of Free Liu Xiaobo via Twitter.
Mainland artist Rona Hu has always conveyed strong political and social messages through her work, and her latest exhibition, "The Underprivileged" is no exception. As with many of her paintings ...
What’s on now for Hu Weiqi There is currently 1 exhibition showcasing the works of Hu Weiqi in Shanghai (China). Current solo exhibitions One of these is a dedicated solo exhibition: “Hu Weiqi: Micro ...
The HU now has something in common with Celine Dion and Herbie Hancock. They share the "Artist For Peace" title as designated by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural ...
Earlier today, Mongolian folk metal act The Hu were formally recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as an “artist for peace” at the organization’s ...
In naming the group, The HU as a UNESCO Artist for Peace today, the Director-General recognizes their role in promoting and transmitting this heritage.