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Visitors to Yorkshire Sculpture Park's major KAWS exhibition (running till 12 June) will be treated to a concurrent show that gives a fascinating glimpse into the melting pot of influences that lie behind the American artist's iconic works. Using...
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Normally talking about artist's lives in the past tense indicates retrospectives of 20th century contemporary art icons; Neoclassicists; prominent figures of the Renaissance — less commonly rising stars cut short mid-career. Tragically killed in a...
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What defines the tribes to which we belong? Aaron Rose's TOTEMS aims to put a face to the confused and conflicted existence of mankind in the modern world, taking the icons' traditional format apart and reassembling it with bold graphics and symbols...
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If you had to reel off a quick list of the most important, famous or influential Pop artists, chances are — unless you're a keen scholar of the genre — that the usual suspects would be uppermost in your minds: Warhol, Lichtenstein,...
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Tate Modern have announced that autumn 2016 will see the first posthumous retrospective of pop art icon Robert Rauschenberg; co-presented by MoMA, New York, it will also be his first comprehensive exhibition in Britain for nearly thirty-five years....
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Painting, according to Andy Warhol, was merely a phase he went through. Quite a dismissive statement for a discipline on which his reputation was made, but it was perhaps not meant to denigrate the genre, but more that Warhol always regarded his...
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The woman born in 1918 Idaho as Francis Elizabeth Kent led an extraordinary life — more than one life, you might say. After her typical childhood came a move out West, joining the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary nunnery straight from high...
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As a term to describe women, “bird” doesn't go over very well in these days of enlightened feminism. Having said that, there's no denying that Parra's feminine figures have a touch of the avian about their features. So do the men, on the odd...
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In the deceptively simple Tom Petty song Yer So Bad, the singer tells the story of his sister's tangled love life with a central theme of betrayal, and it's the jumping off point for Dutch artist Parra and his series of canvas and paper artworks of...
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One was a renowned British socialist and a pioneer of 19th Century industrialism, the other an American artist in thrall to the consumerist machine and very much a product of the 20th Century. So what exactly do William Morris and Andy Warhol have...
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Transcending the barriers thrown up by ideological differences, Pop Art was and remains one of the most unifying cultural forces to exist between East and West. While the Iron and Bamboo Curtains kept the world staunchly separated politically, Pop...
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For some reason I never had Andy Warhol pegged as a big celebrator of Christmas, but it turns out that the famously phlegmatic artist liked to put on a Santa hat and a novelty jumper and lark about with his chums just like everyone else – at least...
City Notes
A striking new addition to Prague’s culturally minded hospitality scene, Sir Prague opens its doors inside a meticulously restored neo-Renaissance building dating back to 1884. The latest venture from Sir Hotels, this sophisticated stay blends...
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Located in Copenhagen’s tranquil Østerbro district, Amator is an attractive new spot that blends the warmth of home dining with the refinement of a contemporary café and restaurant. The brainchild of chef Mateusz Sarnowski, better known as Mati...
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Bringing a sleek blend of Japanese-inspired aesthetics and high-fidelity audio to the heart of Williamsburg, Hear & There is the latest destination for those seeking an immersive dining and drinking experience. The debut concept from...
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Marking the opening of EMOP Berlin 2025, the Helmut Newton Foundation unveils Polaroids, a striking new group exhibition celebrating the art of instant photography. A defining medium of the 1960s, Polaroid photography was revolutionary, offering...
Dispatches
When it comes to fire safety, proper storage of fire extinguishers is just as important as having them available in the first place. A common question among facility managers, construction site supervisors, and safety professionals is: can fire...
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent hours filming, editing, and posting content only to see it flop. Maybe you get a couple of likes from your friends and your mom, but the reach? Flat. And when you’re trying to grow on platforms...
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Traveling to inspiration and solitary places can refresh body and spirit. Artist travel spots are special places where peace and loneliness meet to generate innovative thoughts and deep introspection. As an artist seeking a quiet retreat or as a...
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There are awards, and then there’s the A’ Design Award & Competition: an institution in the world of design excellence, and a long time collaborator that we're thrilled to be working with again this year. Recognised globally as the most...