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Hot Wheels, through Mattel Creations, has revealed the second "Lap" of its four-part collaboration with artist Daniel Arsham, a project two years in the making that sees original Hot Wheels models in the 1:64 scale reimagined in Arsham's signature future relic aesthetic.The collaboration kicked off with Lap One, which featured an eroded version of the artist’s Porsche 930 Turbo and a crystalized version of the Rodger Dodger. For those in New York City, there was also a dedicated launch event in October, which included a range of other collectibles as well and opportunities to meet the artist.As for Lap Two, it introduces two new vehicles to the collaboration, a crystalized and eroded version of the Deora II, notably one of Hot Wheels' "Original Sweet 16" castings that were first released i...

Hot Wheels, through Mattel Creations, has revealed the second "Lap" of its four-part collaboration with artist Daniel Arsham, a project two years in the making that sees original Hot Wheels models in the 1:64 scale reimagined in Arsham's signature future relic aesthetic.The collaboration kicked off with Lap One, which featured an eroded version of the artist’s Porsche 930 Turbo and a crystalized version of the Rodger Dodger. For those in New York City, there was also a dedicated launch event in October, which included a range of other collectibles as well and opportunities to meet the artist.As for Lap Two, it introduces two new vehicles to the collaboration, a crystalized and eroded version of the Deora II, notably one of Hot Wheels' "Original Sweet 16" castings that were first released i...

Singaporean contemporary artist, Jahan Loh, renowned for his unique blend of street art, pop culture and Eastern iconography, is set to reveal his latest solo exhibition, COSMIC DREAMING, his very first in Bangkok, Thailand.Spanning over two decades, Loh's career has been marked by a profound engagement with themes of identity, consumerism and the interplay between Eastern and Western cultures.Born in 1976, Loh's artistic journey began with an early fascination for the 1980s street art and hip-hop culture. This formative period laid the groundwork for his exploration of deeper themes, encapsulated in his art. Loh's work is distinguished by its ability to transcend cultural boundaries, merging Western elements like graffiti and manga with traditional Eastern art forms. This fusion invites v...

For NADA Miami 2023, Olympia is presenting the latest creations from rising contemporary artist Heather Benjamin. Benjamin’s art delves into surreal self-representation, featuring avatars ranging from female warriors to cowgirls, fairies, and sphinxes, all navigating a cosmic desert adorned with psychedelic plants and illuminated by electric storms in its perpetual night.Her figures serve as conduits for personal narratives, exploring the psychological landscapes of womanhood amid emotional contrasts, touching on themes like sexuality, power, self-image, and the complexities faced by women and girls. This is all vividly portrayed through an overload of aesthetics, showcasing Benjamin’s exploration of her own mythologies with recurring symbols like flaming roses, mirrors, heart planets, and...