“Then & Now” presented by ArtCan transcends the boundaries of time and space
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by thecuriousfrenchy
4M ago
Then & Now, a group exhibition curated by Kate Enters and presented by ArtCan.org, the prominent artist-led non-profit arts organisation with members across Britain and internationally, on view from December 1st, 2023, to February 1st, 2024 with a virtual opening on December 5th at 20:00 GMT. This exhibition serves as a profound exploration of artists’ creative trajectories over the past decade, providing a unique insight into the evolution of their artistic voices and expressions. Within the curated collection, artists’ works serve as reflective mirrors whether capturing the world around ..read more
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Provocative Perspectives: Valerie Carmet’s new series ‘Buy Art before you Cum’
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by thecuriousfrenchy
4M ago
French-American artist Valerie Carmet, with bases in Miami and NYC, is set to launch a distinctive series of art pieces, scheduled for release on November 25th, 2023. This limited series features a striking 12” x12” resin-replicated condom wrapper, challenging societal norms. The unveiling will occur online, and the artwork will be showcased for the first time exclusively at the Chic Evolution in Art gallery during Art Basel Miami week, alongside other additions to the ToyBox Collection – explicitly not intended for small children. The provocative tagline, “Buy Art before you Cum,” boldly crit ..read more
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The enigmatic art of Veronique Cauchefer at Helwaser gallery
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by thecuriousfrenchy
4M ago
Parisian artist Véronique Cauchefer‘s art is dynamic and spontaneously crafted, with a vibrant color palette. Her pieces capture the ambiance of interiors and personal spaces, often featuring a contemplative human presence or scenes portraying harmonious interactions between humans and animals in exotic landscapes. Whether depicting landscapes or contemporary interiors, her artworks prioritize the interplay of colors over strict realism or perspective, echoing the style of David Hockney. Through her paintings, viewers are invited to embark on a delightful journey into her bright, gentle, and ..read more
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Serena Bocchino solo show at Ivy brown Gallery
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by thecuriousfrenchy
5M ago
“Lyrical Roar” is the new solo exhibition of artist Serena Bocchino. This show, meticulously curated by Joseph Knight, will be hosted at the Ivy Brown Gallery, situated in the vibrant and artistic enclave of Manhattan’s Meatpacking District. Running from November 1st through November 28, the exhibition invites art lovers to immerse themselves in Bocchino’s artistic universe. The unveiling of the exhibition will be celebrated with an opening reception on November 1st, followed by several events during the month of November (see below) providing splendid opportunities to connect with the artist ..read more
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Gallery Article 15: Celebrating Contemporary Congolese Art in Washington, DC
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by thecuriousfrenchy
6M ago
The African art market has witnessed substantial expansion in recent times, driven by multiple factors. Among these, the rise of a fresh cohort of African artists and the growing appetite for their creations among collectors from the West stand out prominently. Furthermore, the enhanced accessibility provided by digital platforms and the support from galleries based in the USA or Europ ehas facilitated the broader dissemination of African art, extending its reach to an unprecedented global audience.   Gallery Article 15, situated in the historic Georgetown neighborhood of Washington ..read more
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Brushstrokes of Life: David Hockney’s Illustrated Biography by Simon Elliott
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by thecuriousfrenchy
6M ago
Embark on a captivating exploration of the remarkable international career of David Hockney through a distinctive illustrated biography that unfolds like a graphic novel. This engaging narrative is penned by Simon Elliott, a criminal barrister who happens to be an ardent admirer of Hockney and published by Quarto Publishing. Inspired by Hockney’s message ‘spring cannot be cancelled’, and with time to fill thanks to Covid, Simon engrossed himself in all things Hockney, learned how to paint on an iPad, and began a journey to create this colourful, joyous and thought-provoking biography with a t ..read more
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“Parenthèses urbaines”, une exposition qui célèbre l’art urbain et contemporain, avec NASTY en tant qu’invité d’honneur.
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by thecuriousfrenchy
6M ago
L’exposition d’art urbain et contemporain “Parenthèses urbaines” se déroulera à Roissy-en-Brie du samedi 30 septembre au samedi 7 octobre. Cette exposition mettra en avant les œuvres de plus de 20 artistes émergents et de renommée internationale, tels que NASTY, l’invité d’honneur, et CLET. Elle se tiendra dans la Grande Halle, une salle de spectacle authentique spécialement redécorée pour l’occasion. Le Maire de la Ville, François Bouchart, a exprimé le souhait de rendre l’art accessible à tous, en soulignant que l’art urbain, par sa nature même, ne devrait pas être réservé aux galeries et a ..read more
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Sisterhood at its best with artists Sally Brown and Amy Chaiklin
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by thecuriousfrenchy
7M ago
The lineage of feminist art and art made by underrepresented artists must be highlighted in order for the work to be documented and respected historically and into the future. This is foundational to both of Sally Jane Brown and Amy Chaiklin’s work. With their duo show, Sisterhood, the artists directly show feminist lineage of the work to feminist and women artists around and/or before them through their depictions of artists/curators (Chaiklin) and mini-depictions of feminist art work in self portraiture (Brown). The exhibition “Sisterhood: Portraiture by Sally Jane Brown and Amy Chaiklin” w ..read more
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Josh “art enthusiast, collector and connoisseur” and founder of the blog Art Basel and Beyond
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by thecuriousfrenchy
1y ago
Josh Founder of Art Basel and Beyond A finance executive in New York City, Josh devotes his spare time to his passion: visiting art fairs, studios, and galleries. He describes himself as an “art enthusiast, collector and connoisseur”. His passion led him to found the blog Art Basel and Beyond to share about his art adventures. He is particularly fond of organizing studio visits either in person or thanks to video chat and dreams of supporting artists in their path. He confides that this experience “has opened up the entire world of art to (him).” This time, he was the one answering the questio ..read more
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SISTER OCTOPI: two artists on different continents collaborate on a unique  installation celebrating sisterhood. 
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by thecuriousfrenchy
1y ago
Sister Octopi, is an immersive installation opening on International Women’s day at the Omnibus Theatre, in London.  The installation on view March 7th – 29th, is the result of a long-distance collaboration between two artists and cousins: Dubai-based Natalya Konforti and London resident Justine Formentelli.  This long haul project began in 2017, following the suicides of a brother and cousin in  close succession. Devastated and searching for a way through grief, the cousins began an  artistic correspondence which eventually grew into the rich threads of an unusua ..read more
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