Author: Sam Art
How did modern Arabic art develop? How did Arab artists contribute to the art scene in Paris? And how did Paris inspire these artists? These are some of the questions explored in a major new exhibition at the Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris next year.Arab Presence: Modern Art and Decolonization, Paris 1908-1988 (April 5, 2024-August 25, 2024) will take a comprehensive, scholarly look at the influx of Arab artists to Paris during the 20th century, as France slowly withdrew from its colonies in the Middle East and North Africa, and the relations creatives that have developed. during that period.More than…
About 40 miles from London, in Buckinghamshire, England, is the private estate of Mark Getty, who is the grandson of J. Paul (and son of Sir John Paul Getty Jr.), as well as the founder of the prominent photography company Getty Images. Sir Paul bought the 2,700-acre property in 1985 and launched an extensive restoration of the complex’s buildings, of which there are more than 30.The Wormsley Library on the Getty family’s Wormsley estate. Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty ImagesA cricket match at Wormsley Field. It was Mick Jagger who reportedly introduced Sir Paul to the sport. Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty ImagesThe renovation…
The British Museum’s decision to accept a £50m sponsorship deal with BP caused concern among its trustees, who eventually agreed to accept funding from the energy company despite ethical and safety concerns, as revealed in the minutes of the recently published administrators. The money from BP is to start fundraising for the museum’s ambitious master plan, which would improve the building and re-display the collection.The Journal of Art can report that one administrator quietly resigned on Nov. 27, and many others have expressed concern. The museum’s security chief has warned that BP’s sponsorship deal could lead to risks for both…
A few years ago, Monika and Michal, their two children and their whippet, Donn, decided they were fed up with Warsaw. “We wanted to slow down seriously,” says Monika. Fortunately, she and Michal had the option to work from home, which meant that moving to a smaller, slower-paced city within Poland was a very real possibility. The coastal city of Gdansk topped his list: equally ideal for windsurfing in the summer and long walks along the beach in the winter. However, finding a home there was another matter. “We’d been looking for two years when we saw an ad for…
This article was produced in collaboration with the Korea Arts Management Service (KAMS).Falling cherry blossoms, a field of flowers, a rising tide, a Zen garden—these might seem like candidates for a screen saver or default phone background, but they’re also intentionally cliché subjects from some of Jaye Rhee’s early-’00s videos. 2000s. In statements and interviews from that time, Rhee often expressed an interest in the idea of the “fake.” She would create a scene that resembled those images using an excess of common materials, including chewing gum, plywood, chalk, thread, and dust eraser. (Several of these pieces were included in…
Funky flowers, wood paneling, a dramatic color palette, weaving it all into your bedroom design can be overwhelming. But delving into bold design choices for bedroom accent wall ideas? Now we are talking. Working with home design that makes a statement in small doses means you can have fun without any worries when it comes time to renovate your space. From minimalist to over-the-top options, we’ve rounded up 23 bedroom wall decor ideas, with expert advice from home design pros, to give you plenty of insight, including wallpaper, striking art, bold botanicals, a moose. mural and much more.What wall should…
Vera Molnár, a pioneering artist known for her pioneering work in digital and generative art, has died at the age of 99. Born in Budapest in 1924, Molnár moved to Paris in the late 1940s, where she became an important figure on the French art scene. exploring the relationship between technology and art.Molnár was one of the first artists to experiment completely with analog algorithms and computers. From the 1960s, she used programming systems to create works of geometric abstraction made according to complicated rules and was the only female founder of the GRAV (Group de Recherche d’Art Visuel). His…
Now that we have the important questions out of the way, let’s move on to some designs that have our attention.Veronika names this as one of her all-time favorite bunk beds for several reasons. “You can get a matching trundle bed, which is amazing if you need to accommodate three kids, or as extra sleeping space for sleepovers,” she says. “It also has a matching bookcase that attaches to the bed. It’s simple, minimalist and sustainably made in Europe.”This design comes in two colors: white and natural washed, and black and natural walnut. The contrast of the staircase gives it…
Pantone has once again made its annual trend hue prediction for the design world, this time selecting Peach Fuzz as its color of the year for 2024. Announced during Miami Art Week, this choice marks a significant shift from the bold colors of recent years. years to a softer tone. Officially named PANTONE 13-1023 TCX, Peach Fuzz offers a more comforting option than its vibrant predecessor, “Viva Magenta.” This year’s selection is the 25th time Pantone has selected its Color of the Year. The program was inaugurated by the color of the year 1999, cerulean blue. The selection also underscores…
It’s 10 p.m. in Miami and dozens of Art Basel attendees are standing in line in the rain.class ofwhat is actually drawing this crowd to Arca’s Wynwood showroom is the introduction of Gravitas, the company’s new 18-piece collection with AD100 architect Vincent Van Duysen, a set of heroic pieces carved from solid stone. Unique pedestals, benches, tables and chairs populate the interior of the showroom, which has been spectacularly staged with a backdrop of black curtains and a looping soundtrack of rain.Vincent Van Duysen with three Gravitas designs (inside, from left, Carrara marble, Cafecina and Recinta stones). Nick HudsonIn this…