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While working in commercial design for the H-E-B supermarket chain, artist Chuck Ramirez (1962 – 2010) began making photographs of familiar, every day objects – shrink-wrapped foods, jampacked trash bags, hospital flower arrangements – which he captured in great detail against a white void and at life-size.
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The artwork Siren (Kate) (2008) by Marc Quinn is a striking and well-known sculpture, depicting supermodel Kate Moss in an unusual, contorted yoga pose — legs and arms twisted around her head. It’s part of Quinn’s exploration of beauty, celebrity, and contemporary idolatry. Continue reading Modern Art Monday Presents: Marc Quinn, Siren (Kate)
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Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto (b. 1933) is known for his mirrored works and conceptual installations. A founder of Arte Povera in the 1960s, his work consistently explores the interaction between art and everyday life. Originally conceived in 1967, and reinterpreted in various forms over the years, Golden Venus of the Rags is among Pistoletto’s most iconic and provocative works.
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My favorite design show, Salon Art + Design, wrapped up last week and I’m so excited to start featuring all of the amazing art furniture that I was lucky enough to see in person at the Park Avenue Armory. To kick things off, let’s take a look at the Dune Table, designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid (1950 – 2016). Continue reading Eye On Design: Dune Table By Zaha Hadid
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Today March 9th, 2019, marks the 60th Anniversary of the introduction of the world’s most famous fashion doll, known to us simply as Barbie. In honor of this lovely icon of pop culture, I dug up a set of photos I took earlier this year that I have dubbed the Golden Barbie Street Art Shrine, even thought it has less to do with Barbie than it does with the mission of NYC street artist Hispano Man. Check out his Instagram for more art and information!
Golden Barbie Street Shrine was Spotted on Elizabeth Street Near the Corner of Prince Street in the Nolita Neighborhood of NYC!