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MSCHF, the subversive Brooklyn-based art collective is now represented by Galerie Perrotin. The announcement coincides with an ongoing solo show of works that MSCHF is exhibiting at Perrotin's newly established space in Los Angeles, dubbed Art 2, which explores the theme of a "second act" through a series of quirky installations.Founded by Gabriel Whaley in 2016, MSCHF has created some of the most talked about moments within the art world over the past eight years — from asking people to show their bank statements at Art Basel Miami Beach, getting sued by Nike and Vans for the "Satan Shoes" with Lil Nas X and a wavy reinterpretation of the Old Skool Silhouette; and who could forget: the Big Red Boots and the Crocs collaboration that followed. Operating at roughly 10 members, MSCHF chooses ...

French-Swiss artist Julian Charrière is showcasing his first solo exhibition with Perrotin after signing with the gallery back in September 2023. On view in Paris, Panchronic Garden examines humanity's fragile relationship with fossil fuels, from the emergence of using materials such as coal during the Industrial Revolution to the adverse effects ecologically experienced today as a result.Throughout the history of art and literature, fountains have been used as symbols of life, youth and purification. Walking into Perrotin's Saint Claude location, Charrière transforms the space into a burning chapel as a film projection shows an opulent fountain ablaze, metaphorically alluding to how Western society was formed through the use of materials that is now turning the planet into a furnace. Adja...

Peter Halley, the acclaimed American artist celebrated for his geometric abstractions, has partnered with Avant Arte to release a new limited edition print entitled Rising High II.The New York-based artist first rose to prominence during the 1980s, alongside fellow giants of the East Village scene, which included Jeff Koons, Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, amongst others. Inspired by the work of Josef Albers and Piet Mondrian, Halley's boxy compositions are largely made with fluorescent acrylic and Roll-a-Tex, an additive that emulsifies his work, applying the paint with a roller to rid the surface of the human hand. The stacked forms he creates is a subtle commentary on the heightened 'geometricization' of social space — an isolation associated to urban dwelling, characteristic of ...

88rising, in collaboration with Microsoft, took center stage at Mercer Labs in NYC with a transformative event that unveiled their innovative '1999 World' microsite alongside the FAM concept, setting a new benchmark in the integration of music, technology, and artistry. Guests at the event were able to interact with the 1999 World website on massive screens, experiencing firsthand how 88rising is changing the future of music creation, sharing, and interaction. The event not only highlighted 88rising's role in pushing the boundaries of music and technology but also painted a vivid picture of how artistry can evolve and thrive in a digital landscape.The event featured the debut of '1999 World', an interactive microsite inspired by the iconic Windows 98 interface. This platform is designed to...