Art

January 16, 2025

500-Pound Bead Installation Represents Cross-Cultural Dialogue Between U.S. and Senegal

In January 2012, artist Nick Cave was invited to spend a month in Dakar, Senegal, to gain inspiration for a large-scale installation to be installed at the city's U.S. Embassy. This residency, part of the U.S. Department of State Art in Embassies (AIE) program, allowed him to create a stunning installation based on the cross-cultural dialogue he experienced with local artists.

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January 15, 2025

Electric Paintings Capture the Enigmatic Glow of Cities at Night

Cities take on a whole new personality at night. As the sun sets, a new energy fills the air—a blend of mystery, calm, allure—that daytime just can’t capture. Japanese artist Keita Morimoto brings these moments to life in his stunning paintings, capturing the quiet intensity of cities after dark. The nomadic artist travels between Toronto and Tokyo, capturing the hidden corners of each city at night.

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January 11, 2025

French DJ Celebrates the Reopening of Notre-Dame With a Dazzling Blend of Music and Lights

To celebrate the grand reopening of Notre-Dame, a series of world-class cultural events have been taking place at the cathedral. Not only has the Parisian landmark served as a sweeping backdrop, but the shows and performances have also shone a light on the legacy and architecture of Notre-Dame. One of the most enticing of such events was the Monumental Tour, bringing a mix of electronic music and video mapping to the recently restored temple.

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January 8, 2025

50 Charcoal Portraits of Strangers Take a Powerful Look At What It Means To Be a Refugee in London

In a powerful exhibition at London's Somerset House, artist Es Devlin tackles themes of bias and otherness through portraits of 50 strangers who sought refuge in London. Face to Face: 50 Encounters with Strangers is a follow up to Devlin's powerful October 2024 installation Congregation inside the St Mary Le Strand church, where the portraits were enhanced by projection mapping and music.

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