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Here’s a holiday sight that stopped me in my tracks: a larger-than-life Santa Claus statue on display at Tangram Mall, nestled in the heart of Flushing’s Chinatown. Picture this — jolly old St. Nick towering in his classic red suit, set against the glow of vibrant Chinese neon signs reflected in the glossy mall windows. It’s the ultimate mash-up of holiday cheer and cultural flair!
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On my recent vacation in London, we spent one day exploring the streets of an area called Shoreditch. In addition to being the home of Brick Lane, which is famous for its excellent Indian restaurants, Shoreditch is widely-known for its abundance of fantastic street art. To give those in NYC an idea of what it’s like, imagine if Freeman Alley ran the length of Avenue A. You could spend a full day there and not have to venture very far off of Brick Lane and it’s many side streets to find some the most creative and memorable street art imaginable. It is really quite mind-blowing and the day turned out be highlight of my trip.
Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Mural of a Woman By David Speed
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I don’t know about you, but when I’m on my own and away from my apartment for too long, I start to feel a little bit lonely, even if I’m technically around other people. I think this is due to me being very attached to my things: specifically, my Pink Things. It’s probably no surprise to learn that the dominant colors in the Chickpad are shades of pink and bold accents of red. It is like living in a cozy pink cocoon. I love it so much.
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Superstar musician Elton John is known for his flamboyant and extravagant stage costumes, especially those he wore during the early 1970s, when he collaborated with various designers to create iconic looks that reflected his unique style. A standout ensemble from 1971 is a beaded neon-satin patchwork tailcoat and trousers, possibly designed by Annet Murray (wife of his bandmate, Dee Murray). John can be seen in his dressing room wearing the jacket in a photograph (below) taken by Terry O’Neill.
Continue reading Eye On Design: Elton John’s Neon Satin Patchwork Tailcoat and Trousers
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In Weeping Warrior (2022), Patrick Martinez interweaves influences from Mexico and Los Angeles to celebrate the Latinx community and the city’s ever-changing nature. According to Martinez, the mirrored tiles are inspired by the downtown bar La Cita, while the neon evokes the patterns and signs of LA storefront and restaurants.
Continue reading Modern Art Monday Presents: Patrick Martinez, Weeping Warrior