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Otani Workshop’s “Tanilla” Sofubi Series Makes a Summer-Ready Return
Otani Workshop is back with the third installment of his sofubi figure series, this time teaming up with Tokyo’s Kaikai Kiki for a duet of new colors for his signature character, “Tanilla.” Known for its cute and cheeky charm, the finned and fanged monster now comes in pink and yellow, following earlier green and white editions.As summer settles in, the upcoming collection embraces the sunny hues of warmer months ahead. The drop includes a soft-toned peach version, paired with aqua blue eyes, alongside a bold yellow Tanilla, which made its debut at the latest edition of Art Basel Hong Kong.First introduced in 2022 as a series of sculptures, Tanilla has since become a central figure in Otani’s kawaii craftsmanship, appearing in painted, ceramic and bronze forms. A nod to the artist’s childh...
Adam Pendleton’s ‘Love, Queen’ Reframes Protest and Abstraction
Summary'Love, Queen' is Adam Pendleton’s first solo show in DC, featuring new paintings and a major video work.The exhibition blends abstraction, language and protest history.The Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, DC is hosting Adam Pendleton: Love, Queen, the artist’s first solo exhibition in the city. On view through January 3, 2027, the show features new and recent paintings, along with a large-scale video installation, in the museum’s second-floor galleries.Pendleton is known for blending painting, drawing, and photography. He starts his pieces with ink, shapes, and text on paper, then photographs and layers them using screen-printing. The result is a bold visual language that mixes abstraction, minimalism and conceptual art.The exhibition includes Pendleton’s signature "Black Dada," "Day...
Kenny Scharf and Hot Wheels Hit the Gas on “Karbombz” Thunderbird
SummaryArtist Kenny Scharf and Hot Wheels come together for a collaborative collection dropping June 9.Central to the project is a full-sized and 1:65 version of one of Scharf's iconic "Karbombz!" art cars.Ever wanted a piece from Kenny Scharf's “Karbombz!” series, but couldn’t commit to copping a full-sized ride? You’re in luck. The graffiti legend is teaming up with Hot Wheels to bring his cosmic chaos to the 1967 Ford Thunderbird – in full and toy-sized versions.The collaboration marks a full-circle moment for Scharf, who grew up in the buzz of LA car culture and, like many, had an obsession with Hot Wheels as a child. The car, titled “Zooom!,” transforms one of the brand’s “Original 16” models with a cast of fiery red, spray faces. Finished with American Racing 500 Mono Cast wheels and...
Pininfarina Unveils One-Off Battista Novantacinque for 95th Anniversary
SummaryAutomobili Pininfarina unveils the one-off Battista Novantacinque to mark its 95th anniversaryFinal bespoke Battista model, shown at MAUTO in Turin, ends production in 2025Features red carbon exterior, gold detailing, and custom interior craftsmanshipAutomobili Pininfarina has revealed the Battista Novantacinque, a one-off hyper GT created to commemorate the 95th anniversary of Italian design house Pininfarina. Debuting at the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile in Turin, the Novantacinque marks the final bespoke commission of the Battista line, with production concluding by the end of 2025.Finished in Exposed Signature Carbon Tinted Rosso Gloss with gold and black accents, the car embodies the brand’s ethos of blending heritage with future-focused luxury. Inside, the Novantacinque feat...
Centre Pompidou to Open First South American Outpost in Brazil
SummaryThe Centre Pompidou has announced the opening of a new museum in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, set to open in November 2027, marking its first institution in South America.The design for the $240 million USD project will be helmed by Solano Benítez, integrating sustainable design techniques to compliment the surrounding Iguaçu Falls.The museum will host an array of exhibitions, research opportunities and cultural programming.As the Centre Pompidou readies its five-year closure starting this September, the Parisian institution is amping up its global presence with a forthcoming satellite location in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, set to launch in November 2027.The museum will be situated near Iguaçu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the “Triple Frontier” of Brazil, Argentina and Paragu...
McLaren Celebrates Le Mans Legacy With Exclusive 750S Le Mans Edition
SummaryMcLaren unveils limited 750S Le Mans edition to honor 1995 Le Mans victoryFeatures MSO High Downforce Kit, exclusive paint, and interior themesOnly 50 units produced worldwide, with enhanced aero and bespoke designTo mark 30 years since its legendary debut win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, McLaren has unveiled the 750S Le Mans — a limited-run special edition of its flagship supercar, enhanced with the MSO High Downforce Kit (HDK). Limited to just 50 units globally, this commemorative model pays tribute to the iconic #59 F1 GTR that claimed victory in 1995 with Lehto, Dalmas and Sekiya behind the wheel.The 750S Le Mans is offered in Le Mans Grey or McLaren Orange and features exclusive details like a roof scoop, 5-spoke LM wheels and custom Le Mans branding. The HDK pack boosts downfor...
Mercedes-AMG Unveils GLS 63 MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition
SummaryMercedes-AMG debuts 2026 GLS 63 MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver editionLimited to 450 units with exclusive silver, black and red stylingFeatures custom interior, AMG carbon fiber trim and 23-inch forged wheelsMercedes-AMG has introduced an ultra-exclusive version of its flagship performance SUV: the 2026 GLS 63 MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver edition. Limited to just 450 units globally, the special model combines bold design with signature AMG power and luxury, arriving at select U.S. dealerships in late 2025.Dressed in MANUFAKTUR Cirrus Silver Magno paint, the SUV stands out with black and red design highlights, including matte black 23-inch AMG forged wheels with red rim accents and red AMG brake calipers. The AMG Night Package adds high-gloss black trim across the front splitter, mirror housin...
Tourist Damages 2,000 Year Old Terracotta Warriors
SummaryA 30-year-old domestic tourist damaged two warriors of China's esteemed Terracotta Army in an incident last Friday.The man, who officials believe “[suffers] from mental illness” is currently under investigation after he climbed the protective fence and jumped into the 18-foot-deep restricted pit at the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang in Xi’an, China.A man damaged two prized terracotta warriors after scaling a fence and jumping into a restricted area of the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang in Xi’an, China last Friday.The 30-year-old domestic tourist “climbed over the guardrail and the protective net” before diving more than 17 feet into Pit No. 3, according to an official statement issued on Saturday. Once inside, he reportedly “pushed and pulled” several warriors which were “damaged to varying...
Greg Ito Transforms Rockefeller Center with ‘The Enlightenment’
SummaryGreg Ito transforms Rockefeller Center with vibrant works exploring renewal and memory'The Enlightenment' runs through August 29 and includes a free kids’ workshop on June 26Los Angeles-based artist Greg Ito has taken over Rockefeller Center with The Enlightenment, a vibrant public exhibition presented in partnership with Art Production Fund as part of the Art in Focus program.On view from June 2, the multi-site installation features paintings, sculptures, dioramas and photographic works that draw from personal memory and themes of transformation. Ito began many of the featured paintings during the California wildfires, layering symbols like flames, flowers, doorways and the setting sun to reflect cycles of destruction and renewal.At 45 Rockefeller Plaza, Ito transforms street-facin...
The Fungi That Could Transform Agriculture
A once-dismissed discovery in Yellowstone’s geothermal soils is now helping farmers worldwide fight drought, boost yields, and reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers. The post The Fungi That Could Transform Agriculture appeared first on Roads & Kingdoms.
Young Asian Artists Are Facing a Market Slowdown
SummaryAuction sales for '90s-born Asian artists have dropped significantlyAverage prices down 26 percent to $13,905 USD per workAuction sales for young Asian artists born in the 1990s have dropped to their lowest level in three years, according to The Asia Pivot by Artnet. Total sales fell to $9.7 million USD in 2024, with average prices down 26 percent to $13,905 USD per work. The segment which was once seen as a fast-rising part of the market is now slowing.Artists who previously led the pack are seeing sharp declines. Anna Park, who brought in $1.67 million USD in 2023, did not make the top 10 this year. Raghav Babbar’s average prices were cut nearly in half, despite most of his works still finding buyers.Artnet points to a wider downturn across ultra-contemporary art. Fewer works are ...
