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Sophie Thun Channels Darkroom Romance in New Switzerland Show
For Vienna-based photographer Sophie Thun, the darkroom is both a laboratory and sanctuary. In Wet Rooms, her latest exhibition at Musée Cantonal des Beaux-Arts, the artist immerses viewers in this personal and alchemical space, bringing her rich analog practice into focus, and with it, a romance of soft red hues and rippling chemical baths.Toying with ideas of scale and trompe-lœil, Thun sheathes the gallery in collages of photograms and large-format prints, where she overlays her own image onto the spaces she’s inhabited – homes, studios, and galleries. Through this approach, she joins a lineage of women exploring mise-en-abyme – the image within the image – as a strategy of self-reflection and resistance.Both the creator and subject of the image, Thun disrupts conventional codes of the ...
Hennessey Unleashes 2,031 HP Venom F5 Evolution Hypercar
Hennessey Special Vehicles has officially completed testing on its most powerful car to date: the Venom F5 Evolution. Pushing out an impressive 2,031 hp, it now claims the title of the world’s most powerful internal combustion road car.Developed in collaboration with Ilmor Engineering, the Venom F5 Evolution features a revised version of Hennessey’s 6.6L twin-turbo V8 engine, codenamed "Fury." Thanks to upgraded turbochargers, billet pistons and titanium components, the hypercar rockets from 0 to 200 mph in 10.3 seconds — all while running on eco-friendly Shell E85 fuel.In addition to the increased speed and hp, Hennessey has added adaptive suspension for improved ride quality and sharper handling across five drive modes. Aerodynamic enhancements include a redesigned front splitter, underb...
Genesis Reveals Its X Gran Equator Concept
At the 2025 New York International Auto Show, Genesis unveiled the X Gran Equator Concept — its first adventure-focused vehicle designed for modern explorers craving elegance and rugged capability. The concept signals Genesis' push into lifestyle-oriented design, offering a fresh take on its "Athletic Elegance" design language.Sporting a sleek, coupe-like profile, the X Gran Equator Concept aims to defy typical SUV expectations with a long hood, fast C-pillar and clean surfaces. Chunky wheel-arch cladding, 24-inch beadlock wheels, and geometric auxiliary lamps reinforce its off-road intent, while the brand’s signature Two-Line headlamps and split-opening tailgate balance form and function.Inside, the cabin combines analog minimalism with digital flair. A unique four-circle display cluster ...
Michael Kagan Shifts Gears with Formula 1-Inspired ’Downforce’ Exhibition
Brooklyn-based artist Michael Kagan brings his latest solo show, Downforce, to life with 16 new collage works inspired by the fast-paced world of Formula One racing.Shifting from paint to paper, Kagan layers monoprints, created using squeegees and brushes, to capture the intensity, motion and drama of the sport. The show’s title, Downforce, references the aerodynamic force that keeps F1 cars glued to the track at over 200 mph. For Kagan, it also symbolizes human endurance and control under extreme pressure.The collages spotlight iconic F1 moments, like Lewis Hamilton’s first Grand Prix win in "Global Player" and the fiery crash between Fernando Alonso and Charles Leclerc in "Moving Through Time" and "Space." Instead of focusing on facial features, Kagan uses bold colors and sponsor logos t...
Closer Look at Coachella’s Art Playground
Weekend Two of Coachella is heating up in Indio, California, and amid the sonic pulse and creative chaos of the live performances, art takes on a life of its own with the desert as its stage. Curated by Public Art Company in collaboration with longtime Goldenvoice Art Director Paul Clemente, this year’s art lineup invites festivalgoers into moments of stillness, play and surreal wonder as they journey between stages.As returning favorites from Robert Bose, Do LaB, Don Kennell, Raices Cultura and NEWSUBSTANCE made a comeback, a fresh crop of installations has also taken root. Let’s take a look at the newly commissioned works at this year’s festival.Take FlightLondon-based design studio Isabel + Helen unveiled a 60-foot kinetic sculpture inspired by 19th-century flying machines. Dozens of wi...
Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0: Goodbye, and Thanks for All the Fun
The last naturally aspirated Porsche Cayman sings one final verse—this time in the rain-soaked streets of Singapore.There’s something cinematic about driving a naturally aspirated Porsche in the rain: damp roads, moody skies and slick parking garages echoing with the reverberation of a flat-six. The 2025 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0 isn’t just a precision-built sports coupe — it’s a statement. A final nod to the kind of driving experience that’s becoming increasingly rare.For our Test Drive, Porsche Singapore gave us a delivery mileage, Agate Grey spec, sitting low on black 20-inch wheels, red calipers peeking through and "GTS 4.0" script subtly marking the side. Over the course of a weekend in Singapore — through downpours, narrow city lanes, rooftop carparks and empty highways — it made on...
Mercedes-Benz Goes Retro With the G-Class Edition STRONGER THAN THE 1980s
After celebrating its automotive icons from the '90s with the opening of its Youngtimer exhibition in Germany last week, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a special-edition G-Class paying homage to its trailblazing efforts in the '80s. Dubbed the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Edition STRONGER THAN THE 1980s, the new vehicle nods to the classic W460-series Geländewagen, which laid the foundation for the G-Class's future success.The latest G-Class takes colors and design elements from the reference model. Customers can choose between MANUFAKTUR agave green solid and MANUFAKTUR Colorado beige solid tones, both of which were among the first paint options available for the G-Class. Additionally, the car's turn signal indicators are finished in the signature orange hue from the era, and to cap off the vintage ...
Decepticons, Attack: ‘Transformers’ Ford Mustang Barricade Surfaces for Sale
A 2016 Ford Mustang GT used on-screen in Transformers: The Last Knight is now up for grabs, offering fans and collectors the rare chance to own a piece of Hollywood history.Portraying the Decepticon Barricade, this custom-built Mustang features an aggressive body kit, police-style graphics and "Keep Calm and Hail Megatron" inscribed on its side, replacing the villain's previous motto of "To Punish and Enslave." Unlike replicas, this car retains all its working lights exactly as they appeared in the film and comes with full documentation, including a certificate signed by director Michael Bay.Under the hood sits a 5L V8 producing 435 hp, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. With just 800 miles on the clock, the car remains in its original movie-spec condition. Built during the sixth...
Ford Reveals Two Bronco Concepts Inspired by Moab’s Rugged Beauty
Ford is paying tribute to Moab’s legendary red rock trails with two new Bronco concepts: the "Arches" and the "Cliffhanger." Debuting under the Bronco Off-Roadeo banner, both models aim to showcase the capability and style of the modern Bronco.The Cliffhanger concept is the more extreme of the two. Based on a two-door Bronco, it’s equipped with massive 40-inch BFGoodrich Baja T/A tires mounted on 18-inch Method wheels — the largest ever fitted to a Bronco. It also features Fox Live Valve shocks, a wider track for better stability and tube-frame doors. A performance exhaust, Warn winch and rear seat delete complete the build, while Code Orange accents and Uranium arch graphics nod to the terrain that inspired it.While Ford hasn’t released full details on the Arches concept yet, the brand sa...
Nate Lowman Readies First Solo Exhibition in Japan: ‘This Neighborhood’s Changed’
American artist Nate Lowman is preparing to open his first solo exhibition in Japan, This Neighborhood's Changed. Curated by Matt Black (the Paris-born, New York-based creative behind the contemporary art platform REFLECTIONS), Lowman's debut Japan show will feature a mix of new works and some of the artist's most celebrated pieces.Open from April 26 to May 25, the exhibition will highlight the past and present of Lowman's thought-provoking portfolio. "Through his pop-influenced visuals filled with both humor and social commentary, Lowman forces us to rethink the meaning behind the images we are surrounded with," reads the official description. Lowman's older works, including his bullet hole canvases and Edvard Munch-inspired remixes, will sit alongside new pieces, like those inspired by "...
London Graffiti Show Shut Down After Vandalism Controversy
A graffiti show at London’s Piccadilly Circus was abruptly shut down last Thursday for, well, graffiti.Long Dark Tunnel, which had been open for just three weeks, presented a "gallery takeover" by notable names in the scene, including 10Foot, Tox and Fume. Organized by Arts Arkade and London magazine Big Issue, the show followed a 10Foot guest-edited edition, which featured an interview between Banksy and Tox.The closure came after a “fuck the king” tag was found scrawled on the walls of the venue and nearby buildings, all owned by the Crown Estate – the monarch’s £15.5 billion property portfolio.“The criminal damage we’ve experienced is totally unacceptable and is not a matter we take lightly,” Arts Arkade wrote in an Instagram post, announcing the shutdown. While there’s no indication th...
Pininfarina and Magnus Walker Reveal One-Off Battista Hyper GT
Automobili Pininfarina has unveiled a new design collaboration with car culture icon Magnus Walker, centered on a one-of-a-kind version of its all-electric Battista hyper GT. The bespoke vehicle blends Pininfarina’s luxury EV craftsmanship with Walker’s gritty urban aesthetic and motorsport rootsThe project debuted during an exclusive fireside chat held at Walker’s Los Angeles garage, where he joined Pininfarina’s Chief Design Officer, Dave Amantea, to explore the fusion of art, engineering and personal expression in car design. Moderated by Jonny Lieberman, the conversation kicked off the partnership and teased the creative process behind the build.Walker, known for his outlaw Porsche ethos, described the Battista as the "perfect blank canvas" for channeling his vision. Drawing inspiratio...
