Installation

November 19, 2024

Indigenous Group Submerges Large-Scale Images of G20 Leaders’ Heads in Climate Protest

Ahead of the G20 summit in Brazil, the Articulation of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil (APIB) held a peaceful protest in Rio de Janeiro that denounced the world's leading nations for their lack of effort in combating climate change. As part of this protest, they sank cutouts of the heads of these leaders in the water in front of Sugarloaf Mountain.

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November 4, 2024

Balloon Museum Opens in Los Angeles Inviting Visitors To Play in Immersive Installations

In 18th-century France, two brothers led pioneering experiments with balloons. Joseph-Michel and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier eventually invented the Montgolfière-style hot air balloon, which, in 1783, launched the first confirmed piloted ascent by humans. Centuries later, balloon art has inflated in popularity, serving as a highly contemporary and unique medium. Balloon Museum’s new exhibition in Los Angeles brilliantly proves this point.

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October 20, 2024

Enchanting Augmented Reality Installation Brings Venetian Icons to Life

With its winding canals, stunning architecture, and rich history, Venice is one of the most captivating destinations in Europe. The city is home to the annual Venice Biennale, and has cultivated such renowned figures as the explorer Marco Polo, painter Titian, and musician Antonio Vivaldi. This fall, Venice’s contemporary art scene and storied past merged in an enchanting augmented reality (AR) installation.

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October 2, 2024

Refik Anadol Brings His Immersive AI Art to the United Nations

Artist Refik Anadol has brought his forward-thinking immersive installation to the United Nations. Powered with AI technology, Anadol's work uses machine learning algorithms to tell a story of environmental conservation. His Large Nature Model: Coral exhibition at the United Nations headquarters occurred during the General Assembly high-level week, when world leaders gathered to address critical global challenges.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.