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Curatone Art & Research Journal

Peer-reviewed research on contemporary art and design. Every published article receives a registered DOI.
Review model Editorial peer review
Editorial board 18 members
Frequency Twice a year
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19 articles · Latest August 2026
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Colombia’s BIAM 2027 Returns Under the Theme “Cohabiting Common Worlds”
Curatone Editorial · August 2026
Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.21907947
Expert Insight: Lumi Liu on Data Visualization, Medical Communication, and the Art of Making Complexity Clear
Lumi Liu (ING Studio · Epoch Health) · August 2026

This interview documents the professional journey of Lumi Liu, focusing on the intersection of branding, data visualization, and scientific storytelling. The text explores the methodology of translating complex medical and technical information into clear, emotionally resonant…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Visual essay
Reconstructing Human Agency in the Age of Algorithmic Vitality
Curatone Editorial · July 2026

In the landscape of high-stakes enterprise technology, human experience is increasingly obscured by complex, AI-driven digital systems. As software transitions entirely to cloud-based environments, critical operations like database automation, data security, and access protocols…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Interview · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.21427955
Exclusive Interview: Kateryna Malikova on Transforming Traditional Macramé into Contemporary Wearable Art and Advancing Fiber Art Education
Curatone Editorial · July 2026

This article examines the professional achievements, artistic philosophy, and educational contributions of Kateryna Malikova, an internationally recognized contemporary textile artist, fashion designer, author, and educator. It explores how she has transformed the traditional…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.21249474
Expert Insight: Yumei Feng on Human-Centered Innovation, Healthcare Design, and the Synthesis of Emerging Technology and Visual Art
Yumei Feng · July 2026

This interview documents the professional and artistic journey of Yumei Feng, a San Francisco–based product designer, artist, and AI innovator. The text investigates the intersection of cognitive science, digital systems design, and technological solutions for global healthcare…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.21249439
Expert Insight: Yanwen Hang on Human-Centered Innovation, Healthcare Design, and the Synthesis of Emerging Technology and Visual Art
Yanwen Hang · July 2026

This interview explores the dual-track career of Yanwen Hang, a prominent visual strategist bridging elite typographic scholarship with enterprise-scale brand leadership. The text examines her specialized design methodologies, specifically the "Outside-In" Empathy Method and the…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.21249521
Expert Insight: Xinyue (Hope) Shen on Spatial Narratives, Multidisciplinary Design, and the Intersection of Landscape Architecture and Conceptual Art
Xinyue (Hope) Shen · July 2026

This interview documents the professional and academic journey of Xinyue (Hope) Shen, focusing on the synergy between large-scale landscape architecture, spatial research, and independent conceptual design. The text explores how an educational foundation spanning industrial…

Vol. 1 · Issue 2 · Research article
Designing for Unseen Worlds: Ujala (Light in Hindi) and the Practice of Participatory Inclusive Design in Urban India
Curatone Editorial · July 2026

Visually impaired urban users in India face navigation challenges. The Ujala (light in Hindi) is a portable assisted navigation system designed for visually impaired citizens in Mumbai. It combines a smart cane with a tactile and audio feedback headset. This project moves…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Visual essay
The Paradox of the Absent Presence: Emerging Traces in the Liminality
Curatone Editorial · May 2026

This visual essay examines painting as a continuous process of emergence rather than a fixed image. Working with oil paint and charcoal on hand-dyed linen and canvas, I approach the surface as a site where forms appear, dissolve, and reconfigure over time. Darkness functions not…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Interview · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20358449
Summer Roshni Bhullar on the Intersection of Art and Coaching
Curatone Editorial · May 2026

This interview documents the professional journey of Summer Roshni Bhullar, focusing on the synergy between fine art, professional community leadership, and multidisciplinary coaching. The text explores the impact of membership in art associations on a contemporary career,…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20358544
Expert Insight: Natalia Yuresko-Bilous on Classical Traditions, Educational
Natalia Yuresko-Bilous · May 2026

This interview documents the professional journey of Natalia Yuresko-Bilous, spanning over 25 years of creative and pedagogical practice. It focuses on the synthesis of classical artistic genres and entrepreneurial activity within the art education sector. The interview analyzes…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20358604
Expert Insight: Svetlana Malkova on Visual Arts, Social Responsibility, and the Creative Journey
Svetlana Malkova · March 2026

This interview documents the professional journey of Svetlana Malkova, focusing on the intersection of fine art, social activism, and international mentorship. It highlights her significant contribution to social welfare through art therapy for vulnerable populations and…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Research article
Nijigen Fashion and @animefashion.archives
Curatone Editorial · March 2026

This article explores the cultural phenomenon of Nijigen fashion, a style influenced by Japanese anime and manga that has expanded from niche fan communities into a globally recognized fashion discourse. The research examines how digital platforms, particularly Instagram,…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Visual essay
Tongue, Glamour, and Pause: Reclaiming the Domestic as Political
Curatone Editorial · March 2026

This visual essay explores the domestic sphere as a site of feminist resistance and transformation. Through five paintings that blur the boundaries between autobiography and cultural critique, the essay reclaims the home as a charged space where trauma, care, memory, and…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Interview
In conversation with Elizabeth Lennie
Curatone Editorial · March 2026

Photographer & storyteller Olga Bondarenko interviews a Canadian paintress Elizabeth (Libby) Lennie as a part of her Others’ Stories creative documentary series. Libby shares memories& personal details of her creative journey, as well as glimpses into what it feels like to work…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Research article
AI Art After the Hype: Authorship, Algorithms, and the New Economy of Images
Curatone Editorial · March 2026

In recent years, artificial intelligence has rapidly transformed the landscape of visual culture and artistic production. This article examines the current condition of AI art after the initial wave of technological enthusiasm and public controversy. Rather than focusing on the…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20368023
Expert Insight: Xijia Cheng on Material Innovation and the Global Impact of Anime Aesthetics
Xijia Cheng · March 2026

This article examines the intersection of sustainable craftsmanship and digital subcultures through the practice-based research of designer and creative director Xijia Cheng. Serving as a primary case study for contemporary ethical design, Cheng’s work demonstrates a novel…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20368056
Expert Insight: Roman Zakharchenko on Urban Transformation and the Evolution of Modern Tattooing
Roman Zakharchenko · February 2026

This article examines the work and research methodology of Roman Zakharchenko, a scholar dedicated to the socio-cultural evolution of visual subcultures. By bridging the gap between street art, tattooing, and classical academic discourse, Zakharchenko’s work provides a…

Vol. 1 · Issue 1 · Expert insight · DOI 10.5281/zenodo.20368244
Expert Insight: Yefan Liu on the Intersection of Social Activism and Spatial Design
Yefan Liu · January 2026

This expert insight features a dialogue with spatial designer Yefan Liu, exploring the critical convergence of social activism and environmental design. The discussion analyzes how spatial structures serve as catalysts for social change and the role of the designer in addressing…

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Elizaveta Akimova, A professional artist and researcher with an M.Sc. in Applied Informatics and a B.A. in Graphic Design. She is an Honorable Member of the International Academy of Modern Arts and a member of the Eurasian Art Union, with her status formally recorded in the Unified Register of Professional Artists. A winner of 20+ international exhibitions and an Art Excellence Awards medalist, she has authored numerous scientific papers and books, focusing on the synthesis of visual arts, design methodology, and academic research. (ORCID: 0009-0000-7153-2280 )
Irina Naumycheva, Award-winning art strategist and creator of the "AI-Art & Design Flow 2025" methodology, recognized with the Presidential Award of the Russian Federation and distinguished as an international juror for global platforms such as Apexart (USA)
Qichao An, Director of WHDS & AYADA, AIGA & The One Club member, winner of Red Dot, A' Design, and Graphis Awards.
Mosaz (Zijun Zhao), BFA Illustration Department, School of Visual Arts, NY, US, Genoa Biennale Juror, iJungle Illustration Award winner, and Signature Member of NAWA.
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