A nude performance at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts has sparked debate, while a towering statue of the Buddha is making waves on the High Line. This week also sees discussions on craft and tradition in contemporary art.

Meanwhile, Alice Tippit’s provocative artworks challenge perceptions, exploring the limits of language to describe human experience. Other highlights include a photography fair celebrating Latin American artists and a new exhibition at Philadelphia Museum of Art honouring the Rocky statue's cultural significance.

The Marsden Hartley Legacy Project launches an online catalogue of his works, while Hadieh Afshani discusses the benefits of distraction in her creative process. Remembering James Hayward—a legendary artist known for his charm and storytelling—brings us back to the human side of art.