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Portland Mercury
1 week ago
Design

Spring Gallery Shows in Portland: Art About Work and the Upside Down Server Case We All Can't Stop Talking About

Art is political, speculative, and personal.
Spring gallery shows feature interesting curations and conceptual solitary shows.
Secret London
2 weeks ago
Design

You Can Go To Loads Of Galleries And Museums For Free With The National Art Pass

National Art Pass offers free/reduced entry to exhibitions
Variety of exhibitions included in National Art Pass membership
KALTBLUT Magazine
3 weeks ago
Design

"The experience of war will always be a part of everything we do" - In conversation with Natalia Matsenko - KALTBLUT Magazine

Art serves as a beacon of hope in times of conflict and uncertainty
Museum curators play a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage amid war
ianVisits
3 weeks ago
Design

Ten London exhibitions to visit in March 2024

Exhibition options range from free to ticketed, showcasing a diverse range of themes and artists.
The exhibitions cover various topics such as historical figures, cultural heritage, and emerging designers.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

Ekow Eshun on the power of Black figuration and his new London show

Exhibition celebrating Black artists at National Portrait Gallery
Upcoming Surrealist movement exhibitions scheduled globally.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

Phillips's selling show of contemporary Indigenous art reflects surge in curatorial interest

The market for contemporary Indigenous art is growing, as evidenced by the success of recent exhibitions and the increasing interest from collectors.
Institutions and curators are making a concerted effort to increase exposure and awareness of Native American artists, both historic and contemporary.
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Berlin Art Link
1 week ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Diverse cultural events in Berlin from March 18-23, 2024
Mix of performances, exhibitions, talk, and installations in various venues
Berlin Art Link
1 month ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Various art events in Berlin from Feb. 22-25, 2024.
Different types of art exhibitions, performances, and conferences mentioned.
Berlin Art Link
2 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Vision string quartet opening concert on Jan. 23
Multiple exhibitions and performances happening throughout the week
Berlin Art Link
2 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

There are several art events happening in Berlin from January 9-13, 2024.
The events include exhibitions, discussions, performances, and openings receptions.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Black timber flexible pavilion in Rome can be used as an exhibition space or even a bar - Yanko Design

Designed by the architecture studio Buero Wagner is a black-painted timber pavilion on the grounds of Villa Massimo.Villa Massimo is the home of the Germany Academy in Rome, and the tent-like black pavilion has been installed to be utilized for a variety of reasons - from an exhibition space to a bar.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Dezeen's Pinterest roundup features cultural buildings in China

Chinese architecture has been a hot topic on Pinterest over the last six months.Cultural buildings, such as museums, galleries and dance studios, have been particularly popular.We round up eight of the best from our Pinterest.In a country known for huge amorphous buildings like stadiums, opera houses and skyscrapers, the majority of cultural buildings featured in this roundup stand out for working within historic contexts, accommodating or renovating and extending pre-existing structures.
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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
LA food

Comfort in a bowl: Menudo, pozole and tortilla soup

The Hilbert Museum of California Art reopened with nine new exhibitions showcasing California narrative art.
The museum features works by well-known Southern California artists depicting familiar scenes of life in the Golden State.
London
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Picture is rosy for 200-year anniversary of National Gallery as visits hit 3million

Over three million people visited the National Gallery last year, showing a 14% increase in visitors compared to the previous year.
The National Gallery celebrates its bicentenary with various exhibitions and events across the UK, including a major exhibition on Van Gogh.
Londonist
1 month ago
London

The Top Exhibitions To See In London: March 2024

The Royal Academy of Arts is showcasing the works of Angelica Kauffman, a pioneering female artist from the 18th century.
The V&A is hosting an exhibition on Tropical Modernism, an architectural style developed in West Africa in the 1940s.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
London

What to look out for in 2024: market predictions and must-see exhibitions

Art market predictions for 2024
Guide to upcoming exhibitions and biennials
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
London

What to look out for in 2024: market predictions and must-see exhibitions

Art market predictions for 2024
Guide to upcoming exhibitions and biennials
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

Anne Goodchild obituary

Anne Goodchild was a respected art historian and senior curator at the Graves art gallery in Sheffield.
She organized numerous exhibitions and publications, including ones on Lawrence Alma-Tadema and Victor Pasmore.
ianVisits
3 months ago
London

Ten London exhibitions to visit in December 2023

There are several exhibitions happening in London that are worth visiting
Different museums and galleries are showcasing a range of themes and subjects
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Berlin Art Link
1 month ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Diverse art events happening in Berlin from Feb. 28 to Mar. 3, 2024
Wide range of galleries, exhibitions, and artists featured in the schedule
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Michael Werner Gallery to open Los Angeles branch

Art galleries expanding to Beverly Hills
Unique exhibition pairing old masters
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BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Best of Brooklyn: Top 5 Black History Month Events Not to be Missed

There are multiple exhibitions and events in Brooklyn celebrating Black History Month
The events are free and accessible to all residents
www.france24.com
1 month ago
France politics

French connections - Let's be 'franc': A look inside French wallets

French people carry several important documents and items in their wallets, including the national healthcare card, ID cards, and coins and banknotes.
The Monnaie de Paris is the oldest institution in France that is still responsible for producing coins.
Secret London
3 months ago
London

Discover December's Discount For Being A Member Of Secret Club London

Secret Club London members receive a 15% discount on Fever this month.
Discount can be used for events such as exhibitions and immersive experiences.
Berlin Art Link
4 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Upcoming events in Berlin from Nov. 28 to Dec. 3, 2023
Events include catalogue launch, performances, premiere, quiz night, and talk
Locations include Tropez, Ballhaus Ost, Kulturforum, Humboldt University, and Fotografiska Berlin
Berlin Art Link
4 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Upcoming events in Berlin from Nov. 28 to Dec. 3, 2023
Events include catalogue launch, performances, premiere, quiz night, and talk
Locations include Tropez, Ballhaus Ost, Kulturforum, Humboldt University, and Fotografiska Berlin
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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Black British artists can no longer be ignored, says sculptor Thomas J Price

Black British artists are being recognized and represented in the mainstream art world.
Exhibitions featuring black British artists have set a new standard for representation.
Berlin Art Link
1 month ago
Berlin music

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Cuatro X Cuatro's 'Ein Körper / Desmata' will have its Berlin premiere at Dock 11 with performances from February 8-11.
The opening reception for 'Architecture & Morality. Das HaL baut' will take place at Haus am Lützowplatz on February 9.
Brooklyn
BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

A Year-Long Bash for Brooklyn Museum's 200th

The Brooklyn Museum is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a year-long series of programming and exhibitions.
The museum will focus on reinterpreting its collection, highlighting Brooklyn artists, and centering Black feminist and BIPOC perspectives on American art history.
Secret NYC
1 month ago
Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Museum Celebrates Its 200th Birthday This Year-And You're Invited To The Party

The Brooklyn Museum is celebrating its 200th birthday with a series of events and exhibitions throughout the year.
The celebrations include a Birthday Bash, an exhibition honoring Brooklyn artists, and a reinstallation of American Art Galleries.
BKReader
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Academy of Music Announces the Start of Their 2024 season

BAM's 2024 season will include music, dance, theater, film, hip-hop, poetry, and exhibitions that celebrate unsung voices and redefine genres.
The season will feature artists such as Caetano Veloso, Mark Morris, Alvin Ailey, Taylor Mac, Matt Ray, Machine Dazzle, and Jeffrey Wright.
Brooklyn Paper
10 months ago
Brooklyn

PHOTOS: A look inside the revamped Gowanus Batcave as it opens as Powerhouse Arts * Brooklyn Paper

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The architecturally curious were able to finally get a glimpse inside the long-awaited reincarnation of the Gowanus Batcave as Powerhouse Arts on Sunday.Years in the making, the former Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company Central Power Station Engine House building at 153 2nd St. was transformed into an arts hub that retains some of the old, including graffiti, with a new addition.
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

At 200, the Brooklyn Museum Looks Forward

The Brooklyn Museum is celebrating its 200th anniversary with a series of events and exhibitions.
The museum's director, Anne Pasternak, highlights its role as a center for social good and inclusivity in the art world.
Hyperallergic
1 month ago
Design

5 Shows to See in Upstate New York This February

February exhibitions in the Hudson Valley include Tony Cokes's video-work at Bard College and Caitlin MacBride's paintings at the Kinderhook Knitting Mill.
Group shows at Headstone Gallery and Wassaic Project feature artists working in quasi-surrealist expressionism.
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Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum has a diverse collection of original cartoon art and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually.
They offer Pay What You Wish Days on the first Tuesday of every month, allowing visitors to set their own admission price.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum is a unique institution that houses 7,000 original pieces in its permanent collection and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually.
The museum aims to be the premier destination for experiencing cartoon art from around the world and provides insight into the process of creating it.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum has a diverse collection of original cartoon art and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually.
The museum offers a Pay What You Wish Day on the first Tuesday of every month, allowing visitors to set their own admission price.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum offers a variety of cartoon art exhibitions, workshops, and activities for people of all ages.
The museum aims to be a premier destination for experiencing and learning about cartoon art and its impact on society.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco has a wide range of original cartoon art and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually.
The museum offers affordable admission options and hosts Pay What You Wish Days on the first Tuesday of every month.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum was founded in 1984 and houses approximately 7,000 original pieces in its permanent collection.
The museum aims to be a premier destination for experiencing and learning about cartoon art from around the world.
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Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco has a wide range of cartoon art on display and offers interactive experiences for visitors of all ages.
The museum aims to be a premier destination for cartoon art and to provide insight into the creative process.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

The Cartoon Art Museum in San Francisco features original cartoon art and exhibits that celebrate the history of cartoon art.
The museum aims to be a premier destination for experiencing cartoon art in all its forms and promoting diversity and self-expression.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Web design

"Pay What You Can" Wednesday at SF's Museum of Craft and Design

The Museum of Craft and Design offers a Pay What You Can Wednesday initiative, allowing visitors to pay whatever amount they wish to access the latest exhibitions.
Admissions for Pay What You Can Wednesdays can only be purchased at the front desk and are not available online.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

FOG Design+Art Fair 2024 at Fort Mason (Jan. 18-21)

FOG Design+Art is a fair that celebrates prominent creatives in design and visual arts.
The fair features 45 international galleries, design dealers, and exciting programs.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Design

SF's Cartoon Art Museum's "Pay What You Wish" Day (First Tuesdays)

Founded in 1984, the Cartoon Art Museum houses approximately 7,000 original pieces and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually.
The Cartoon Art Museum offers exhibitions, classes, workshops, and research opportunities for people of all ages to engage with cartoon art.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Web design

"Pay What You Can" Wednesday at SF's Museum of Craft and Design

The Museum of Craft and Design offers a Pay What You Can Wednesday initiative that allows visitors to experience the latest exhibitions for any amount they wish.
Tickets for Pay What You Can Wednesdays can only be purchased at the front desk and are not available online.
Funcheap
2 months ago
Web design

"Pay What You Can" Wednesday at SF's Museum of Craft and Design

MCD's Pay What You Can Wednesday initiative makes art accessible to all by allowing visitors to pay whatever amount they wish.
Admissions for Pay What You Can Wednesdays are only available for purchase at the front desk and not online.
euronews
2 months ago
Design

Cultural Digest: Don't miss these events in Europe this week

Winter festivals and fairs are happening in Europe this week.
There are several exciting exhibitions and art events taking place in Europe.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

Singapore Art Week exhibitions explore connections between the city-state and the Global South

The 2024 edition of Singapore Art Week (SAW) will explore conversations and parallels between Singapore, Southeast Asia, and the Global South.
The exhibitions will delve into the modern history of Southeast Asia and Latin America, and explore African ties to Southeast Asia through interconnected narratives about identity, migration, and diaspora.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

What to look out for in 2024: market predictions and must-see exhibitions

Art market predictions for 2024
Guide to upcoming exhibitions and biennials
Londonist
2 months ago
Design

The Top Exhibitions To See In London: February 2024

Barbara Kruger's exhibition at Serpentine Gallery features immersive installations and video works that subvert the language of marketing and advertising.
The Science Museum showcases a collection of opulent clockwork automata from 1700s China in the exhibition 'Zimingzhong'.
London Unattached - Luxury London Lifestyle
3 months ago
Design

A Cultural Christmas in Kensington

Kensington offers a more peaceful and unique shopping experience compared to busier areas of London.
The Design Museum in Kensington has special fashion exhibitions and a variety of design exhibits.
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Writing

Best Art of 2023

Color plays a significant role in art, with its generosity and warmth adding to its impact.
Historic exhibitions have showcased the innovative use of color in early Western modernism.
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Writing

Best Art of 2023

Color plays a significant role in art, with its generosity and warmth adding to its impact.
Historic exhibitions have showcased the innovative use of color in early Western modernism.
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Design

Best Art of 2023

Color plays a significant role in art, with its generosity and warmth adding to its impact.
Historic exhibitions have showcased the innovative use of color in early Western modernism.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago
Design

The nine top exhibitions of 2023-and one absolute turkey

2023 is a great year for exhibitions
Highlights include Matisse, Faith Ringgold, Vermeer, Manet/Degas, and Carrie Mae Weems
Oregon ArtsWatch | Oregon Arts & Culture News
3 months ago
Design

VizArts Monthly: Farewell 2023

Artists in Oregon have explored a wide range of themes and ideas throughout the year.
This month's exhibitions in Oregon cover both historical and contemporary art, reflecting on the past and present.
Portland Monthly
3 months ago
Design

'Tis the Season for Group Art Shows

Group shows provide opportunities for artists to exhibit work that may not fit into a cohesive body of work or is shown locally.
The attention at a group show is spread around, giving artists the chance to be exposed to new audiences.
This year's group show scene includes exhibitions focused on garment making and shows without a unifying concept.
Londonist
3 months ago
Design

The Biggest Exhibitions To See In London This Winter

Chanel: Fashion Manifesto exhibition at V&A showcases elegant couture fashion.
Rebel: 30 Years of London Fashion exhibition at the Design Museum features edgy and innovative designs.
Sprinkled among the classical sculptures of the V&A is a powerful collection of busts and statues of Black individuals by Thomas J Price.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 months ago
Design

'The city did not stand still during the pandemic': Shanghai art week roared back to full form

Shanghai's art scene is thriving after reopening its borders and hosting various art events.
The city has seen the opening of new museums and a range of exhibitions and events.
Shanghai remains a significant player in the Chinese art market.
Curbed
4 months ago
Design

A California Artist Lives His Mexico City Dream

California artist Brian Thoreen fell in love with Mexico City and ended up renting a space there.
Thoreen's space includes a studio, kitchen, bedrooms, patio, and dining area.
Thoreen co-founded MASA gallery and curates exhibitions there.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Scottish Labour deputy leader made a dame in King's first birthday honours

Scottish Labour deputy leader Jackie Baillie has been given a damehood in the King's first Birthday Honours.The veteran politician receives the honour for political and public service and is understood to be the first sitting MSP at Holyrood to either be knighted or given a damehood the female equivalent of the honour.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

King praises Windrush portraits as wonderful record of very special generation'

The King has hailed new portraits of the Windrush generation as pictorial records of a very special group of people.Charles hosted a Buckingham Palace reception where he met the 10 individuals whose faces have been immortalised in paint, and was given a special preview of the artworks marking the 75th anniversary of the Windrush crossing.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Fans urged to fill yer boots' as Edinburgh Festival Fringe unveils programme

Visitors are being urged to fill yer boots with entertainment this summer as the Edinburgh Festival Fringe unveiled its programme of more than 3,000 shows.Famous faces including Sir Cliff Richard, TV presenter Gail Porter and film director Ken Loach will be among those appearing during the course of the festival this August.
Creative Bloq
9 months ago
Graphic design

Adobe partners with V&A amd MoMA to support diverse voices in the arts

We need to talk about a problem in the arts.There are not enough opportunities for creatives from diverse backgrounds.It's a problem Adobe and the V&A in London (and MoMA in New York) are aiming to solve with a 'multi-year (and multi-million dollar)' residency programme to give underrepresented, emerging creatives a platform to get noticed and support the next generation of artists.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Oltre Terra exhibition calls for "constructive relationship" between humans and sheep

Design duo Formafantasma has unveiled an exhibition at Oslo's National Museum of Norway about the history and future of wool production, featuring a 1,700-year-old tunic and a carpet made from waste fibres.Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin of Formafantasma created the Oltre Terra exhibition, curated by Hannah Eide, to unravel humanity's past and present relationship with sheep and, by extension, the production of wool.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

India Mahdavi creates colourful scenography for Pierre Bonnard exhibition in Melbourne

Iraninan-French architect India Mahdavi has designed an exhibition to present works by French painter Pierre Bonnard at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne.Pierre Bonnard: Designed by India Mahdavi presents more than 100 works by the famed 20th-century artist who is celebrated for applying an iridescent palette.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Day three from 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen

The Dezeen team report from the 10th edition of 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen (7-9 June).Read on for all the coverage from the last day (Friday 9 June).6:00pm As 3 Days of Design comes to an end in Copenhagen, the event's founder and director Signe Brydal Terenziani reflects on this year's theme "Where Would We Be Without You?".
EverOut Portland
9 months ago
Portland

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: June 9-11, 2023 - EverOut Portland

There's no better way to end the week than to start thinking about all the fun things you'll get up to during the weekend.Here are the best, budget-friendly events Portland has to offer, from the to the and from a to the .FILM
LIVE MUSIC
PARTIES & NIGHTLIFE
Club Liminal: A Queer/Trans Forward RaveThis Friday, the self-proclaimed rock 'n' roll cocktail bar and music venue will transform into a queer/trans-forward dance club that highlights underground music from marginalized voices.
Design Milk
9 months ago
Design

Anne Mooney Shares a Love of Materials, a Labyrinth + Ceramics

Anne Mooney, FAIA, LEED AP and founding principal at Salt Lake City- and Los Angeles-based Sparano + Mooney Architecture, knew from her very first design studio course that the industry was meant for her."The work excited and engaged me in a way nothing else had," she said."The late nights and intensely rigorous work somehow energized me and tapped into a level of creativity that I hadn't recognized in me before.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Buero Wagner creates adaptable black-timber pavilion in Rome

Black-painted wood clads the demountable Black Pavilion, a tent-like structure designed by architecture studio Buero Wagner to be flexible for a range of uses.Currently installed in the grounds of Villa Massimo, home of the German Academy in Rome, Black Pavilion can be used as anything from an exhibition space to a bar.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Latvia brings "supermarket-like atmosphere" to Venice Architecture Biennale pavilion

Fake tins, cartons and bottles line shelves in the Latvian Pavilion at this year's Venice Architecture Biennale, which takes the form of a supermarket where visitors are invited to reflect on past festivals.A total of 506 unique brightly-coloured products stock the shelves of the fake grocery store, each modelled on exhibitions and national pavilions presented at the last 10 biennales.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Ukurant turns woodwork factory into exhibition hall for emerging designers

This year's edition of the Ukurant exhibition at 3 Days of Design has taken over a carpentry workshop and features lamps made from egg yolks and a table "decorated with fire".Located at the festival's Refshaleøen Hub, the Ukurant showcase - held by young designers, for young designers - has turned Copenhagen's Barlby Carlsson woodwork factory into a temporary exhibition space.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Copenhagen becoming "second biggest destination for design" says Enrico Fratesi

Design studio GamFratesi spoke to Dezeen about how festival 3 Days of Design is growing since it launched a decade ago, as it unveiled a speaker for Bang & Olufsen.GamFratesi revealed its design for the portable Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 speaker at the Conversations in Sound exhibition at annual design festival 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

"International brands now have to work much harder in China" says Design Shanghai director

European and US furniture brands face much stiffer competition in China from local rivals that have grown rapidly during the coronavirus pandemic, according to Design Shanghai director Zhuo Tan."Chinese brands are doing very well, their business is really flying," said Tan, who spoke to Dezeen ahead of the first edition of Design Shanghai to take place since China relaxed the international travel restrictions it imposed during the pandemic.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Polish pavilion at London Design Biennale collects windows for Ukraine's reconstruction

The medal for this year's best overall contribution to the London Design Biennale has gone to the Polish pavilion, which explores cross-border collaboration and the reframing of everyday objects in times of crisis.The Poetics of Necessity installation is based on an ongoing project from Fundacja BRDA, a non-profit that has collected more than 12,000 windows from households and businesses across Poland to help rebuild homes damaged by the war in Ukraine.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Tomas Saraceno transforms Serpentine gallery to welcome all species

Argentinian artist Tomás Saraceno has changed the HVAC and electrical system of the Serpentine gallery in London, in an effort to make an exhibition for all the nearby species.Titled Web(s) of Life, the exhibition presents some of the artist's most recent and well-known environmentally focused works, while also encompassing interventions into the building itself.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Design Shanghai to spotlight brands bridging east and west

Promotion: Design Shanghai trade fair is set to return from 8 to 11 June 2023 for its 10th anniversary year, with an aim to explore the meeting of eastern and western design philosophies.One of Asia's largest design events, Design Shanghai will be taking place at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center over four days in June.
www.dezeen.com
9 months ago
Design

House of Shila designs industrial yet sultry interiors for Mona Athens hotel

The ancient Acropolis of Athens is in full view from the rooftop of this boutique hotel, which design studio House of Shila has housed in a former factory building.Mona Athens is located in the city's lively Psirri district, within an eight-storey 1950s building that once served as a textile factory.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
US news

These Are Your Favorite Places to See Art in California

Image Credit...George Rose/Getty Images It's starting to feel like summer.Whether you're looking for a new family-friendly experience or a highly air-conditioned spot to escape the heat, today we're sharing your choices for the best museums and places to enjoy art in California.This is a continuing series, and you can see the previous selections here and here.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Sumayya Vally unveils design for sculptural pedestrian bridge in Belgium

A series of boat-like forms will be tied together to create the Asiat-Darse pedestrian bridge, which South African architect Sumayya Vally is designing for Vilvoorde in Belgium.Vally, who is the founder of the architecture studio Counterspace, developed the design as a homage to the Congolese agriculturist Paul Panda Farnana, who once lived in the city.
ESPN.com
9 months ago
Real Madrid

Mexico's Big Board: Who'll make Nations League, Gold Cup squads and why?

It's fair to say that there's cautious optimism right now for Mexico's men's national team.In a new era under manager Diego Cocca, who was hired in February after Mexico's dismal group stage exit in last year's World Cup, El Tri have kicked off 2023 with a three-game undefeated run.Advancing to the 2022-23 Concacaf Nations League knockout round with a win (2-0 vs. Suriname) and a draw (2-2 vs. Jamaica), as well as making things difficult for the U.S. men's national team in a 1-1 draw during an April friendly, Cocca has done a decent job of laying down a foundation that focused on his pragmatic style of play.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
London

Steve Lobb obituary

My husband, Steve Lobb, who has died aged 87, was a mural artist in the community arts movement, working in south-east London.He was also a performance poet appearing under the name of Emile Sercombe.Born in Ilford, Essex (now in the London borough of Redbridge), Steve was one of the four sons of Mary (nee Davey), a potter, and Richard Lobb, an insurance clerk who enjoyed painting.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

HEAD Geneve students create glassware in tribute to pioneering women designers

The legacy of designers including Ray Eames and Eileen Gray is translated into cocktail glasses in designs by students at HEAD Genève in Switzerland.The project, titled Spirits - Excellent for the Head, features seven glassware designs created by students from the Space and Communication masters programme at the Geneva-based art and design university.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Mason Studio reimagines its Toronto workspace "for the greater good"

Toronto interiors firm Mason Studio has redesigned its offices to offer community programming like exhibitions, events and other public-facing activities.Mason Studio relaunched its workspace as a new hybrid office and cultural hub to serve "the greater good" during the DesignTO festival earlier this year.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Smritivan Earthquake Memorial Museum steps up slope below Indian fort

Architecture studio Vastushilpa Consultants has created a museum and memorial in India to honour the victims of the 2001 Gujarat earthquake and celebrate the resilience of the local Kutch community.Vastushilpa Consultants placed the Smritivan Earthquake Memorial Museum on a hill below a fort, which was restored as part of the project, on the outskirts of the city of Bhuj, near the epicentre of the earthquake.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Sarah Sze designs artwork for hidden Victorian waiting room at London train station

New York-based artist Sarah Sze has created a large-scale art installation in a vaulted space above Peckham Rye station that had been boarded up for the last 50 years.Once a large Victorian waiting room, the space was closed to the public in 1962, making Sze's exhibition the first time it has been used in more than half a century.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Ten standout pavilions from the 2023 London Design Biennale

A giant wind chime, touch-sensing bio-textiles and windows for Ukraine are among the most intriguing installations from the London Design Biennale, which opens at Somerset House today.The biennale's fourth edition was curated by the Nieuwe Instituut and its artistic director, Aric Chen.With the theme of The Global Game: Remapping Collaboration, the event aims to rethink how nations communicate and collaborate.
www.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
London

London's Jewish museum to close indefinitely due to surging financial losses in sad day for the community

T he Jewish Museum in Camden is to close indefinitely after years of mounting financial losses.Despite being a leading cultural centre in the capital, trustees of the museum said the institution has faced rising costs which has prevented the production of temporary exhibitions.It hopes to use the money raised from selling the Camden site to fund a move to a new, more suitable location.
I Prefer Paris
9 months ago
Paris

June 2023 Eye Need To Do's: Naples in Paris, La Boheme, Leon Monet, and Parc Floral Jazz Festival

Puccini's beloved opera, La Boheme, is having two productions in two separate venues in June.Theatre Champs Elysees June 15-24 https://rb.gy/1s3o2Naples in Paris The Museo de Capodimonte, one of the most important museums in Italy, located in Naples, has lent the Louvre 60 of their most significant works from the 15 th the 17 th century.
www.theguardian.com
9 months ago
London

Lauren Shanley obituary

Lauren Shanley, who has died aged 66, was a pioneer of sustainable fashion, recycling vintage fabrics to create vibrant new textiles, clothing and accessories.She arrived in the UK from her native New Zealand in 1985, yet to find her creative niche.London was the catalyst she needed.A self-taught artist, she set about improving the dress-making skills first learned from her mother, along with embroidery and applique techniques.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Six architecture and design events in June from Dezeen Events Guide

3 Days of Design, London Festival of Architecture and Design Shanghai are among the architecture and design events featured in Dezeen Events Guide this June.Among the other events taking place during the month are IMM Cologne, Design Miami/Basel and NeoCon.The 16th edition of the London Festival of Architecture takes place during the month of June in London.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Parametric design tool Self allows anyone to create their own furniture

American designer Marvell Lahens has launched an app at NYCxDesign that enables everyday people with no professional training to design a piece of furniture and have it produced and shipped to them within three weeks.As a parametric design tool, Self allows users to manipulate a 3D model before sending it off to be digitally manufactured using a CNC mill.
www.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
London

London Gallery Weekend 2023: The events taking place and how to attend

L ondon Gallery Weekend is getting ready to kick off with more than 150 of London's leading contemporary galleries coming together for the special occasion.The event celebrates all the culture and creativity that blossoms in London and is the largest event of its kind in the world.Art lovers can expect special exhibitions, late-night openings, family workshops, and more.
Dezeen
9 months ago
Design

Studio Other Spaces designs park for Ethiopia's late prime minister

Artist Olafur Eliasson and architect Sebastian Behmann's firm Studio Other Spaces has designed five buildings and seven pavilions within the Meles Zenawi Memorial Park in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.Created in memory of the country's former prime minister, the buildings in the 65-hectare park, located directly to the north of the city, were developed over a decade by Studio Other Spaces.
www.npr.org
10 months ago
Europe news

Russia has launched its 'largest drone attack' of the war on Kyiv, killing one

In this Feb.11, 2016 file photo, Iranian drone Shahed-129 is displayed at a rally in Tehran, Iran.The White House on Monday, May 15, 2023, said that Russia is looking to buy additional advanced attack drones from Iran for use in the Kremlin's war in Ukraine after using up most of the 400 drones it had previously purchased from Tehran.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

You can still be listed on Dezeen's digital guide to 3 Days of Design 2023

Dezeen Events Guide has launched its guide to the 10th edition of 3 Days of Design, the design festival in Copenhagen that runs from 7 to 9 June 2023.The guide outlines the key events from the festival's programme, including product launches, open showrooms, fairs, exhibitions and installations.The three-day festival takes place in 13 districts in the city, including Kongens Nytorv, Odd Fellow Palæet, Designmuseum and Refshaleøen.
Los Angeles Times
10 months ago
California

Kenneth Anger, leading figure in L.A.'s underground film scene, dies

Kenneth Anger, a leading figure in underground cinema who brought homoeroticism to the screen in the celebrated short films "Fireworks" and "Scorpio Rising" and whose techniques influenced filmmakers such as Martin Scorsese and David Lynch, has died.He was 96.Anger's death was announced Wednesday by Sprüeth Magers, the contemporary art gallery that presented exhibitions on his work.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Marta gallery challenges New York designers to create "improvised chairs" in three days

Tyres, walking frames and branches from New York's public parks are among the materials salvaged to form 24 chairs, as part of an exhibition that Los Angeles gallery Marta is hosting inside an abandoned Chinatown building for NYCxDesign.The Make-Do exhibition pairs a dozen newly commissioned pieces from local studios with a dozen historical chairs from the private collection of design dealer Avi Kovacevich, created between the 1880s and 2010s.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Chitra Vishwanath, Nick Jones and Chrissa Amuah named Dezeen Awards 2023 judges

Architect Chitra Vishwanath, Soho House founder Nick Jones, designer Chrissa Amuah, Material Bank's Philippe Brocart and photographer Cristóbal Palma have been announced as Dezeen Awards 2023 judges.Dezeen Awards 2023, in partnership with Bentley Motors, is open for entries.There are just nine days left to submit your project before the entry deadline on 1 June at midnight London time.
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
London

25m party boat' Oceandiva - set to be London's biggest floating venue - arrives at Royal Docks

A new 25m carbon-neutral party boat has arrived in London - where owners hope it will bring a huge boost to the city.Oceandiva is now berthed in the capital's Royal Docks, where it is set to undergo a 1.8m fit-out, and is due to be in full service from next month.Following tests and regulatory checks, events company Smart Group hopes it will soon open for events, and claim it could add 77m to the capital's economy in the next five years.
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