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Valhalla Garage and Headers Inc. Launch Porsche-Inspired “Valhalla Collection”
Valhalla Garage and Headers Inc. have announced an exciting new collaboration: RACE 4, The Valhalla Collection. This unique collection, crafted by creative director Huang Hwa, revives the spirit of air-cooled Porsches, blending automotive passion with bold graphic design.Named after the mythic Norse Hall of Slain Warriors, Valhalla Garage brings old Porsche models back to life. Hwa’s passion for these iconic cars is highlighted through Headers' creative lens, resulting in a collection that embodies endless creativity and authenticity. The Valhalla Collection features designs that pay homage to legendary moments in automotive history. Notably, the Victory sign, inspired by Steve McQueen’s famous salute in the movie Le Mans, integrates Valhalla and Headers branding, symbolizing triumph and r...
French Museums Hit by Ransomware Attack Affecting 40 Institutions
A ransomware attack has hit the central data systems across approximately 40 museums in France, according to the Associated Press (AP). The cyberattack, identified on Sunday, affected notable institutions including the Grand Palais, which is currently hosting fencing and taekwondo competitions, and the Château de Versailles, where equestrian sports and modern pentathlon events are taking place as part of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Both are part of the Réunion des Musées Nationaux (RMN) network, as confirmed by the Paris prosecutor's office in a statement on Tuesday.Ransomware is malicious software designed to make data inaccessible by encrypting files on a victim's system. After an attack, perpetrators typically demand a ransom in exchange for a decryption key. If the ransom is paid, the vic...
Gretchen Bender Unmasks Media’s Deceptions in ‘The Perversion of the Visual’
Sprüth Magers is presenting 'The Perversion of the Visual,' an essential exhibition showcasing Gretchen Bender’s work until August 10, 2024.Bender, a key figure from the 1980s New York art scene, ripped into the sanitized world of TV, predicting today’s screen-obsessed culture. This is her second show with Sprüth Magers and her first in LA since 1989, spotlighting her fight against the glossed-over horrors and violence in media. In 1984, Bender shifted her focus to the corporate media landscape, dissecting cultural lies and anxieties using cutting-edge tech. She moved from silkscreens to multi-screen video setups, creating works like "Unprotected," "Wild Dead," and the thirteen-monitor "Dumping Core."One highlight in the exhibition is "Dumping Core" which blends computer animations, corpor...
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Natsuko Shoji Is Breaking The Mold
Natsuko Shoji celebrated été’s 10th anniversary this year with a three-day exhibition at Kaikai Kiki Gallery in Tokyo that incorporated works from flower artist Makoto Azuma where all the cakes and flowers were given away over the course of the show. The exhibition transformed Takashi Murakami's art gallery into a surreal garden, where Shoji’s food art was carefully intertwined with Azuma’s botanical creations. The result was an ethereal garden of edible arrangements that looked way too beautiful to consume, yet that was its purpose and beauty: ephemeral, transient, fleeting.été today represents both a French fine-dining concept as well as a cake shop. The former is a private restaurant that translates to “summer” in French, and is a reference to “Natsuko” which means “summer child.” T...
Rolls-Royce Unveils Latest Bespoke Build: The Spectre “Semaphore”
Rolls-Royce is set to debut the Spectre Semaphore, a one-of-a-kind bespoke commission, at The Quail, motorsports gathering, during Monterey Car Week. This unique edition of the all-electric Spectre showcases the innovative luxury trends being embraced by the marque’s clientele.The Spectre Semaphore’s standout feature is its exterior, finished in a bespoke Semaphore Yellow. This vivid hue is complemented by the "Marbled Paint Spill" artwork on the hood, a tribute to the coastal elegance of California. This intricate design, requiring 160 hours of development, uses silver lacquer and multiple layers of clear coat to achieve a seamless and striking finish.Inside, the bright yellow theme continues with a blend of Lemon Yellow and Citrine Yellow adorning the seats, Starlight doors and instrumen...
Range Rover Unveils New Sport SV Edition Two
Range Rover has introduced its latest vehicle, the Sport SV Edition Two. This new model embodies a blend of performance and refined luxury, designed to raise the bar of the automaker's high-performance SUV segment.The Sport SV Edition Two showcases a dynamic exterior with four distinct design curations: Blue Nebula Matte, Ligurian Black Gloss, Marl Grey Gloss and Sunrise Copper Satin. Each theme enhances the vehicle's road presence with unique colorways and carbon fiber accents. The interior complements these exteriors with options for innovative knit textiles or Windsor leather, coupled with SV Performance seats.Under the hood, the Sport SV Edition Two is powered by a 4.4L Twin-Turbo mild-hybrid V8 engine, producing 635 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, catapulting the SUV from 0-60 mph in just...
Ultra-Rare 1985 Porsche 959 “Vorserie” Surfaces for Auction
A remarkably rare 1985 Porsche 959 'Vorserie' prototype, renowned for its groundbreaking technology and storied history, is set to be auctioned by RM Sotheby's. This particular model, one of only five surviving V-series prototypes, boasts some significant provenance, having been first registered to Ferdinand Piëch, a key figure in Porsche's history.The 959, upon its 1985 debut, redefined the supercar market with its pioneering features like sequential turbochargers, adjustable suspension, intelligent four-wheel-drive and lightweight magnesium wheels. Under the guidance of Helmuth Bott and Manfred Bantle, Porsche's engineering team created what was then the world's most advanced supercar at the time.This V-series prototype, informally known as "V5KOM," is distinguished by its comprehensive ...
Alison Saar’s ‘Salon’ Connects Cultures at 2024 Paris Olympics
Allison Saar, represented by L.A. Louver in Los Angeles, has unveiled her latest work, Salon, as part of the Olympic Art Visions initiative for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Inspired by the original concept of the Olympics as a gathering for athletes to compete and share ideas of excellence and compassion, Saar aimed to create a sculpture that fosters community and interaction. Selected by an advisory board composed of representatives from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), City of Paris officials, and international art community members, Saar was chosen for her commitment to Olympic values and the vision of Paris 2024. "I wished to create a sculpture that was less a monument and more about creating a space where visitors could gather, make friends, and share ideas, music, poetry, and ...
MAMM Exhibition Explores Climate Change Through ‘Atlas of the New World’
The Multimedia Art Museum (MAMM) in Moscow is showcasing Atlas of the New World, an exhibition running from April 13 to August 18, 2024. Curated by Olga Daniele, this collection features the work of Italian photographers Edoardo Delille and Giulia Piermartiri.Starting in 2019, Delille and Piermartiri embarked on a mission to document the harsh realities of climate change. Their project spans Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America, capturing vulnerable regions and projecting what they might look like by the end of the century.Daniele explains the concept: "Climate change will drastically reshape the world map, but these changes won’t be visible for decades. We aimed to visualize the future through the lens of today. Using United Nations climate data, we photographed current landscapes and ...
Bugatti Celebrates 100 Years of the Type 35
Bugatti is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its legendary Type 35. On August 3, 1924, the Bugatti Type 35 made its debut at the Grand Prix de Lyon, where five cars lined up for the race. Ettore Bugatti's masterpiece quickly became a symbol of elegance and engineering prowess, sparking a legacy that continues to influence Bugatti's modern hyper sports cars.The Grand Prix de Lyon, attended by over 100,000 spectators, was the perfect stage for the Type 35's introduction. This race demanded speed as well as reliability over its grueling 500-mile course. Despite encountering issues with vulcanized tires, the Type 35 showcased its potential by securing the fastest lap.Bugatti's meticulous approach to improvement saw the Type 35 evolve during its six-year production, winning around 2,500 race...
Andy Warhol’s Digital Portrait of Debbie Harry Hits Market for $26 Million USD
In 1985, Andy Warhol created a rare digital portrait of Blondie’s lead singer, Debbie Harry, using a Commodore Amiga computer. This unique artwork, offered for sale by engineer Jeff Bruette, comes with a $26 million USD asking price and includes Warhol-signed floppy disks, digital images, and the original Amiga computer used. Jeff Bruette, who worked closely with Warhol, trained him on the Amiga’s graphics software. During a public event at Lincoln Center, Warhol created the iconic portrait of Debbie Harry, documented in her 2019 memoir, Face It: Debbie Harry. Bruette's collection also features 150 photographs from that day, captured by Edward Judice as reported by Artnet. Art dealer Kenneth Mitchell, who knew Warhol personally, affirmed the significance of these items. Warhol’s fascinatio...
