Lifestyle

Tomás Saraceno’s latest exhibition is less of an art show and more of an invitation to think alternatively on the many ecosystems that coexist in our world. In particular, the Argentine artist furthers his ongoing research into spiders by tapping into the extraordinary architecture of their webs, along with examining the perception of fear and reverence that arachnids culturally fall into. Housed at Serpentine Galleries in London, Web(s) of Life features unique installations where a number of spider webs are on display in glass boxes. Also on view is a film documenting Cameroon's ancient ritual of spider divination. Saraceno implores the viewer to understand the ways in which arachnids are able to signal shifts in the weather and climate, including pollution levels and ecological well bein...

10 years following its first appearance in the city, Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman's giant Rubber Duck series is now back in Hong Kong. This time around, the city is graced with not one, but "DOUBLE DUCKS", for double luck and happiness."In Chinese saying, good things come in pairs," writes the organizers. "This grand return as 'DOUBLE DUCKS' is inspired by symmetrical characters '囍'（happiness) and '朋' (friends), symbolizing a symbiotic prosperity in partnership, friendship, and doubling the happiness of coming together as one. In the imminent transformation of Victoria Harbour into a colossal bathtub, the “DOUBLE DUCKS” will be juxtaposed amusingly with the vibrant skyline of the harbor, constructing a fascinating panorama."Hofman's Rubber Duck began touring the world in 2007, sailing to...

BEYOND THE STREETS and CONTROL Gallery have announced a new solo exhibition, "Just My Imagination," featuring the prodigious talents of Mister CARTOON. This presentation marks Mister CARTOON's inaugural solo show in his hometown of Los Angeles and showcases an expansive collection that surpasses any previous body of work he has created. The exhibition is centered around his unparalleled expertise in airbrushing and drawings on an array of surfaces, including a meticulously handcrafted metal canvas forged from aluminum and exquisite employment of candy enamel automotive paint across his paintings. Notably, the gallery will house a unique, custom-made car adorned with intricate body lines, further exemplifying the artist's signature craftsmanship. Overall, the work in show will encapsulate t...