Tensions are flaring in Palm Springs, where a prominent trustee has resigned from the Palm Springs Art Museum (PSAM), alleging serious flaws in the process that led to the hiring of its new executive director. Christine Vendredi was appointed director on September 29, becoming the museum’s third leader in seven years — not counting a…

June 24–30, 2025 | Palm Springs, CA The desert heat meets the heat of innovation as the 31st Annual Palm Springs International ShortFest returns June 24–30, 2025, with a dazzling lineup of 311 short films from 64 countries and territories, including 45 world premieres. Hosted by the Palm Springs International Film Society, ShortFest remains one of…

As the Palm Springs Art Museum unveiled its vibrant, immersive retrospective The Art and Design of Howard Smith, the spotlight turns not only on a groundbreaking American artist—but also on the departure of the museum’s visionary leader, Adam Lerner. After four transformative years, Lerner’s final curtain call comes with the opening of one of the most…

In yet another head-scratching decision by city officials, the iconic "Forever Marilyn" statue is being relocated—again. This time, it's moving a mere 50 yards from its previous location on Museum Way to the adjacent Downtown Park. The cost? A staggering $700,000 in city funds, not to mention the countless hours spent debating, planning, and executing…

Palm Springs is about to witness a vibrant celestial transformation as artist Lynda Keeler unveils her latest exhibition, Between the Sun and the Moon, at JANSSEN Artspace’s newly opened gallery, ARTBOX. Inspired by the winter desert skies, Keeler’s latest collection of oil paintings captures the stunning interplay of light and color across the Coachella Valley.…

The Coachella Valley’s art scene takes center stage this weekend with the much-anticipated Desert Open Studios, a free, three-day event that invites art enthusiasts to explore the vibrant creative community across the region. Now in its fifth year, this event celebrates more than 150 talented artists while uniting the traditionally divided east and west valley…

The countdown to Desert X 2025 has officially begun with the unveiling of The Living Pyramid at Sunnylands Center & Gardens in Rancho Mirage. This monumental step pyramid, planted with rows of vegetation native to the Coachella Valley, is the first in a series of outdoor art commissions that will comprise the fifth edition of…

The Palm Springs Art Museum has welcomed sillmangreen, a striking work by contemporary artist Kim Manfredi, into its permanent collection. Cataloged as object T2024.67, the acquisition was made possible through the generosity of Nicole Panter-Dailey in memory of William (Bill) Dailey, underscoring the profound belief in Manfredi’s artistry. Currently on view in the museum’s New…

The Palm Springs Art Museum presents David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed, an extraordinary exhibition features nearly 200 of the artist’s works in a variety of media, including prints, collages, photographs, showcasing six decades of the iconic artist’s inventive genius. The exhibition highlights Hockney’s lifelong experiments with non-traditional perspectives for depicting the world and foregrounds…

The local art community is abuzz with excitement as the Artists Council gears up for its highly anticipated fall season launch. Mark your calendars for the opening of “Hot Times—Cool Art,” a dynamic new show and sale that promises to captivate art enthusiasts and collectors alike. This vibrant exhibition will be held at the Artists…