A New Albert Barnes Biography Portrays a Cantankerous Collector
Blake Gopnik’s book foregrounds the democratic yet complicated ethos underpinning Barnes’s involvement in Impressionim and the Harlem Renaissance.
India Mahdavi | The Architect of Color and Immersive Design
India Mahdavi is one of the most influential designers and architects on the international scene. She is known for her sophisticated and innovative use of color combinations. Her ability to transform spaces through color has made her famous worldwide, and she has created iconic interiors with stunning visual impact. The Success of India Mahdavi: From…
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Barry McGee Curates Some “Chitty Figures” From the Bay Area Art Scene
Even when seeing Barry McGee’s works and curated installations in other cities around the world (recently the backroom at The Hole in Los Angeles), he brings the Bay Area with him. It’s unmistakably the Bay, and if you haven’t lived there or haven’t been there in years, you know walking into a Barry show there is a language that is of a particular place that is present aand omnipresent in the room. And now Barry has curated Chitty Figures, a group exhibition showcasing paintings, sculpture, and works on paper that showcases the Bay Area in its contemporary (and historic) place in the art world. The show is hosted at Berggruen Gallery, where Barry had a solo show last year.
Henry Darger: Utopia / Dystopia
In one of the most anticipated shows of the winter, Ricco/Maresca is showing Henry Darger: Utopia / Dystopia at their NYC space. Any presentation of Darger’s work generates attention, especially from our readership over the years, so definitely wanted to get this on the radar of everyone here.
Art Around Every Corner: A new documentary explores the creativity shaping Leeds’ streets
Created by husband-and-wife duo James and Vicky Wall, Art Around Every Corner offers a deep dive into the stories, processes, and inspirations behind some of Leeds’ most iconic murals. It shines a…
Greg Burak: Psychologistics @ MARCH, NYC
Neuroscientists have posited that the conscious mind resembles a theatre. Input and memory coalesce in emotion and ideation. Scenes play out onstage, complete with embedded symbolism and an ever-evolving rationale. Greg Burak’s paintings, too, are not unlike theatre. Compositions are carefully constructed with their inhabitants in mind, methodically planned yet filled with paradoxes. One-point perspective draws attention center-stage while peripheral views fade.
Got Itchy Feet? LinkedIn’s playful new campaign encourages Gen Z to find their next job
LinkedIn’s latest campaign, created by VCCP, speaks directly to Gen Z professionals facing career restlessness. It uses humour and a unique creative twist to highlight the platform’s job collection…
Kit Studio designs Operation Ouch! exhibition for the Science Museum Group
This new exhibition explores the senses with an eye-popping design that aims to bring science to life.
The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester has launched a year-long interactive exhibition…
Sojung Kim Makes Memories Tangible
Discover Korean artist to watch Sojung Kim’s inspirations and process in this …
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