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Arts and Culture

Modern Art Monday Presents: Hank Willis Thomas, A Suspension of Hostilities

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Hank Willis Thomas frequently repurposes imagery from popular culture, especially as it pertains to race and representation. A Suspension of Hostilities (2019 ) faithfully replicate the iconic muscle car from the 1980’s hit TV show The Dukes of Hazzard. Named the General Lee after Robert E. Lee, the car was famous for its airborne leaps along the hilly Georgia back roads, with the characters of Bo and Luke Duke at the wheel, typically in flight from the local law.
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Lifestyle, Nature and Tourism

8 Fun Things to Do in Pigeon Forge On Your Next Visit

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Pigeon Forge, a delightful town located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, is a favored vacation destination for families, couples, and solo travelers. Renowned for its breathtaking natural scenery, thrilling attractions, and welcoming atmosphere, Pigeon Forge boasts a variety of activities that appeal to all ages and interests.

Whether you’re an adventure enthusiast, a history lover, or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, Pigeon Forge has something to offer everyone.
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Design and Innovation

Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Jungle Poster

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Pink Jungle: 1950s Makeup in America was a pop-up exhibit that happened in late 2020 (mid-pandemic!) at a temporary location of the Makeup Museum across the street from the Whitney. While I could never quite distill the essence of my visit into a full post, it did yield a few fun Pink Things, such as this promotional poster, which I’m sure you’ll agree is quite fantastic

Arts and Culture

Members of Kiss as The Mona Lisa By Mr. Brainwash

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Mona Lisa as The Demon (All Photos By Gail)

Kiss Mona Lisa is a series of artworks in which renegade street-cum-commercial artist Mr. Brainwash gives Leonardo DaVinci’s iconic masterpiece a Glam Rock makeover. One iteration of the series was on view at the artist’s eponymous Art Museum in Beverly Hills this past December when I stopped in for a look-around.
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Design and Innovation

Eye On Design: 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

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The 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible was designed and built to rival Chevrolet’s exciting new 1954 Corvette. The Thunderbird, with V-8 power, and roll up glass windows, outside the Corvette immediately. Continue reading Eye On Design: 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible →