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If you haven't heard of Chu Enoki, don't beat yourself up about it as the artist isn't very well known outside his native Japan — despite having practised since the 1960s and influencing more well-known figures such as Takashi Murakami and Keiji...
Melbourne
It may take a bit of finding, but once you track down the Criteria gallery-showroom in the little Melbourne suburb of Cremorne you're in for a New York-sized treat. Owner and curator Rachael Fry has made the move from America to Oz, bringing with...
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Nadia Hernandez has Venezuela in her bones, and though the artist now lives in Sydney, her homeland is still an intrinsic part of her creative practice. Her recent solo exhibition 100% Certain at Sydney's Mild Manners gallery was a celebration of...
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“May you live in interesting times,” goes the apocryphal backhanded curse, and 1980s New York was all sorts of interesting. It was the decade of the crack epidemic, soaring crime rates and the social spending cuts of Reaganomics, but the '80s...
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The boombox is one of the quintessential hip-hop accessories and crucial to the spread of the genre's popularity: portable and loud, the stereos were perfect for groups of kids to gather around in parks and yards and share the freshest mixes. But...
Journal
Many a romantic soul has leant in wistful contemplation on one of the river Seine's many marvellous bridges, pondering the nature of life and love, wondering at the beauty of the city, and watching the boats pass beneath them through the great stone...
The Edit
Even after the independence documents have been signed and a new government established, the tendrils of colonial legacy remain firmly rooted in countries which were for years under the yoke of a foreign ruler. From the names of streets to cultural...
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The Institute of International Visual Arts (Iniva), London, is currently hosting two concurrent exhibitions that share an interest in manipulating the documentary form to explore themes of religion, history, aspirational society and the role of film...
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You are all a bunch of inveterate narcissists. Well maybe not all of you, but statistically speaking, a great many people are. According to YouTube, 300 hours of video is being uploaded to its site every minute, and much of it makes the satirised...
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This project from Blake Little makes me want to have a long, hot, cleansing shower in sympathy for his models; kudos to the plucky individuals who posed for the L.A.-based Seattle artist as he poured gallons of honey over them for the photographic...
The Edit
The tool of choice for the hit-and-run urban artist, stencils have been a major part of the graffiti scene since the 1960s – growing in popularity as the whole movement gained momentum through the 1970s and '80s. Designed as a quick method of...
Journal
It's a brisk winter's day in Barcelona, and sculptor/industrial designer Antoni Yranzo is pointing out the key sites of a former factory in the city's industrial quarter. Dubbed the Catalan Manchester, Poblenou was a yarn-spinning force throughout...
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...
City Notes
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,...
City Notes
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,...
City Notes
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...
Dispatches
At a time when sneakers are acceptable at the office and hoodies appear at high-end galas, you'd think the classic suit would be heading for extinction. Instead, it’s making a quiet but meaningful comeback—not as a dress code requirement, but as...
Dispatches
Giving jewellery is a big deal. It shows thought, care, and style. But not everyone likes the same look. That’s where pearl jewellery comes in. Pearls work with so many different vibes. Whether your person is bold or more low-key, there’s a...
Dispatches
There are many challenges you can face when you transition from a side hustle to business in the mainstream. With efficient planning and a gradual rollout, you can reduce the stress related to starting a business and increase the chance of success....
Dispatches
Driving is one of the greatest joys out there. Sometimes it's peaceful and scenic where you can contemplate all of your inner thoughts, other times it's an open road where you can test your reflexes. But no matter what kind of drive you’re on, one...