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Glicéria Tupinambá Makes History as First Indigenous Artist to Lead Brazil’s Pavilion at Venice Biennale
Every edition of the Venice Biennale is memorable in its own way, but the 2024 iteration will surely be remembered many years from now for various reasons. On one end, organizers of the fair have been criticized for rejecting an exhibition by Palestinian artists amidst the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel — while on the opposite side, indigenous artists will make a triumphant mark by leading two major pavilions — Jeffrey Gibson, a Choctaw-Cherokee artist, who will lead the US Pavilion and Glicéria Tupinambá, who was just announced as the first indigenous artist to represent Brazil.Speaking on the latter, Brazil's portion of the fair will be changing to the Hãhãwpuá pavilion, one of the original indigenous names for the country before it was colonized by the Portuguese. Glicéria Tupinam...
Glicéria Tupinambá Makes History as First Indigenous Artist to Lead Brazil’s Pavilion at Venice Biennale
Every edition of the Venice Biennale is memorable in its own way, but the 2024 iteration will surely be remembered many years from now for various reasons. On one end, organizers of the fair have been criticized for rejecting an exhibition by Palestinian artists amidst the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel — while on the opposite side, indigenous artists will make a triumphant mark by leading two major pavilions — Jeffrey Gibson, a Choctaw-Cherokee artist, who will lead the US Pavilion and Glicéria Tupinambá, who was just announced as the first indigenous artist to represent Brazil.Speaking on the latter, Brazil's portion of the fair will be changing to the Hãhãwpuá pavilion, one of the original indigenous names for the country before it was colonized by the Portuguese. Glicéria Tupinam...
Collectors: Meet Jesse “Punch” Edwards, The Hip-Hop Innovator Turned Art Aficionado
‘Collectors’ journeys into the homes of fledgling and seasoned art buyers from across the globe. The ongoing series offers an intimate spotlight on a range of personal collections from hobbyist ephemera to blue-chip artworks -- all the while dissecting an individual’s specific taste, at-home curation and purchase trajectory.Jesse Edwards, widely known as "Punch," co-founded the 740 Project in 2015 alongside Rahim Wright and Charley Greenberg. This digital agency has seen remarkable growth, evolving from working primarily with independent artists to establishing partnerships with major record labels, unearthing emerging talents, and actively promoting signed artists to the public. The 740 Project's impressive clientele features some of the most prominent figures in the world of Hip-Hop, in...
The Guardian US launches new lifestyle and wellness vertical, newsletter, and January live event
The Guardian US launches new lifestyle and wellness vertical, newsletter, and January live event The Guardian
‘She just inspires me’: Woman turns volunteering into a lifestyle
‘She just inspires me’: Woman turns volunteering into a lifestyle WWBT
‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ Lamborghini Countach Hero Car Heads to Auction
The primary 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary edition, used in the filming of The Wolf of Wall Street, is headed to auction. The sale will take place at the inaugural "On the Grid: The Abu Dhabi Auction," on November 25, 2023, with curation by Bonhams Cars.While two cars were used in Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street, the vehicle in question is the one that took on the brunt of the action, including Jordan Belfort's (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) Quaalude-fueled drive -- which is quite obvious based on the extensive damage to the vehicle.In the film, the 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary, painted in a sleek Bianco Polo finish, emerged as a symbol of opulence and excess, a true-to-period detail that accentuated the era’s lavish debauchery on Wall Street.Notably, the...
Satisfy and Osprey Collaborate for Limited-Edition Backpack Collection
In an effort to fuse sustainability with innovation, fashion-facing running brand Satisfy and renowned custom-fit backpack brand Osprey have collaborated to create a unique product, the "SATISFY Osprey Talon Mineral backpack."The collection consists of ten distinct colorways, utilizing natural mineral pigments, marking a continued stride toward eco-conscious production in the realm of outdoor gear.Celebrated for its exceptional fit and dynamic functionality, the Osprey Talon bag expresses traits that blend harmoniously with Satisfy's mission of minimal distraction and maximal quality.The collaboration highlights both brands' commitment to sustainable and mindful practices, illustrated by the Talon Mineral 22's bluesign product designation -- a label that signifies the gear’s adherence to s...
Invader Lands Down in LA for New Solo Show
Los Angeles has long served as a muse for Invader, having installed 214 mosaics across the City of Angels thus far. Following his most comprehensive exhibition and book to date, the elusive French street artist is back in SoCal for a new solo show at Over the Influence in DTLA. Entitled Camouflages & Devils Tower, Invader's latest body of work is inspired by his love for film. “Just like the protagonists of Steven Spielberg's film, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, I was attracted and fascinated by Devils Tower, the mountain where the mothership from space lands," said the artist in a statement. "I, as well, obsessively represented it from different angles, in different lights and in different formats using my Rubikcubist technique.”The show is comprised of a new body of work revolvi...
‘Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition’ Comes to London
The social media phenomenon that sees the world in Accidentally Wes Anderson now has an exhibit that will be landing in London later this year. The Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition is slated to showcase a collection of over 200 real-life images that show the world through the art of photography in a unique way that boasts the charm and eccentric aesthetic of the beloved director. With seven distinct themed rooms that include "Transport," "Maritime" and "Nature," the exhibit is formulated in a partnership between Fever, the leading live entertainment discovery platform behind some of London's most sought after experiences. In a gallery-style presentation, the seven themed rooms take guests on a captivating journey through the whimsical world inspired by Anderson's distinctive film ...
7 Lifestyle Factors That Lessen Your Risk for Depression
7 Lifestyle Factors That Lessen Your Risk for Depression Darius Foroux
Elevate life, not just your lifestyle
Elevate life, not just your lifestyle Times of India
Jun Takahashi, The UNDERCOVER Artist
This article appeared as the cover story for Hypebeast Magazine Issue 32: The Fever Issue. Please visit HBX to grab your copy.This past August, Tokyo’s GALLERY TARGET adopted a distinct, punkish aura. Its walls were adorned with 26 enigmatic oil paintings depicting canonical characters from literature and pop culture, all of whom were indistinguishable due to the absence of their usual starry eyes. Aside from one portrait that noticeably resembled David Bowie (the subject’s tall coiffed hair giving strong clues), the canvases maintained their ambiguity, even as onlookers moved closer to the frame. Revered Japanese musicians Utada Hikaru and Yumi Matsutoya lent their idiosyncratic vocals to the room, while the eyeless portraits left those with pupils intrigued. This was the opening for Jun ...
