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Listen04 is an artist that values his anonymity, and given the nature of his paintings, it's probably a wise move. Now don't get me wrong — I'm not for one minute suggesting that he wears this veil of secrecy because he is a cowardy-custard. If I...
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BLO's passion for painting first took hold as a youth in Lyon, where he took to the streets with a compulsion to leave his mark which manifested itself in ways as equally destructive as they were creative. From tagging and lettering, the...
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The world is full of creative talent, but not all of that talent gets the audience it deserves. If you've done something special in the arts, and feel like it merits wider exposure, then we might just have the perfect competition for you. Entries...
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Unless you were lucky enough to work at Disneyland dressed as one of Walt's famous characters, you probably won't know that a pair of Vans was part of the official uniform for cast members throughout the 1960s, '70s and '80s. The association between...
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There ain't no party like an Inge Morath party! The late photographer (and wife of playwright Arthur Miller) had an unusual request to make of guests to her soirées in the period from 1959 to 1963. During this time she collaborated on a project...
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Ryan McGinley, born in 1977, was a child of his time. He came of age in the late '90s in New York's Lower East Side, back when it was still grimy and the twin cultures of skateboarding and graffiti were all the rage, and first picked up a camera as...
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East meets West at V1 Contemporary Art Centre in Copenhagen this month as New York-based artist Todd James and San Francisco colleague Barry McGee join forces for a collaborative installation show going by the name of FUD. The pair, who both started...
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Visiting the laundrette is, from my memory of student days, usually a pretty dull experience. Despite what the TV might tell you, models don't walk in off the street and strip down to their undies in front of you. Groups of strangers don't...
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Move over Madame Tussaud, there's a new artist in town with an eye for eerily lifelike sculpture, and he doesn't even need celebrity faces to make his creations worth gawping at. Kensington Gardens may be just the sort of place you'd see the rich...
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Back in 1971, Yoko Ono announced an exhibition at New York's MoMA which she cheekily titled Museum of Modern (F)art. When people arrived at the building, they were greeted outside by a man wearing a sandwich board which proclaimed that Ono's project...
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When it comes to signs, they don't make them like this any more. Vintage hand-painted signs are an endangered species in many cities — businesses come and go and premises change use, and the incessant assault by the weather means the old wood or...
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Brooklyn native Fred McDarrah bought his first camera at the 1939 World's Fair in New York, but his budding interest in photography didn't have long to blossom before he was called to action, serving as a US Army paratrooper in occupied Japan at the...
City Notes
Hospitality brand Trailborn, debut their first coastal resort, Trailborn Surf & Sound an outstanding waterfront escape in North Carolina's Wrightsville Beach. With 151 guest rooms inspired by the region’s historic maritime heritage, various...
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Located in one of New York City's most storied neighbourhoods, Romer Hell’s Kitchen is a 295-room hotel just west of Broadway and a short walk to the waterfront. Known for informal restaurants, eclectic theatres, drag shows and jazz clubs,...
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Situated just steps from the Beltline at Lee + White — one of Atlanta's most exciting mixed-use destinations — Strangers in Paradise is a decadent cocktail den that exudes the aura of a 1980s or early '90s beachside resort with eclectic decor,...
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Home to a private two-bedroom apartment from Monocle, as well as a further seven minimalist guest rooms with shared facilities, Gasthof Oxen is a historic inn and restaurant blending five centuries of heritage with contemporary charm. A new...
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So you're planning a wedding, and you want something truly unique, something that feels special? Let me tell you about wood grain wedding invitations – they are just gorgeous and bring in this natural beauty that feels totally timeless. Think...
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Independent fashion labels are redefining style with bold, original designs that break free from mainstream trends. To bring these visions to life, many are partnering with custom- cut and sew manufacturers, choosing tailored production over generic...
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Tuscany is famous for its beautiful vineyards, rolling hills, and, of course, incredible wine. But did you know it’s also a fantastic place for families? Many wineries welcome kids, offering fun activities like juice tastings, farm visits, and...
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If you want to compete effectively in the market, you’ll need to get a website. This is important for both online-based businesses and traditional brick-and-mortar businesses. You should remember that most people nowadays use the internet to find...