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face oka Blends Art, Puppetry and Satire in ‘THE KIDDING HEADS’
Summaryface oka's THE KIDDING HEADS exhibition features his first puppet worksCollaboration T-shirts featuring designs inspired by the artworks are available for purchaseThe exhibition will take place Mister hollywood - the newly venue in HarajukuJapanese artist and illustrator face oka is set to present his solo exhibition, THE KIDDING HEADS, at Mister hollywood - the newly in Harajuku, following its earlier showcase in Osaka. THE KIDDING HEADS will focus on puppet-based works, marking face oka's first foray into the craft and medium, thus expanding his artistic repertoire beyond his signature satirical illustrations and sculptures.In tandem with the solo showcase, a collaboration T-shirt will be available for purchase, offering two distinct designs. One features the KIDDING HEADS logo in...
Lifestyle-Neuheiten: Wir testen die interessantesten Produkte im Mai 2025
Jeden Monat buhlen neue Produkte um unsere Aufmerksamkeit. Damit euch die Kaufentscheidung leichter fällt, testen wir spannende Neuheiten.
Oscar Mayer Launches Inaugural “Wienie 500” at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
SummaryOscar Mayer’s first-ever “Wienie 500” race debuts May 23 at the Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayAll six Wienermobiles will compete, each repping a regional hot dog styleOscar Mayer is turning up the heat with the first-ever “Wienie 500”, a high-stakes race featuring all six of its iconic Wienermobiles speeding around the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The race is set to stream live on May 23 at 2 p.m. ET via the FOX Sports app and INDYCARonFOX. Notably, the race marks the first time the full Wienermobile fleet has gathered for a competitive event in over a decade.Each vehicle will represent a regional favorite — like the Chi Dog (Midwest) or the Slaw Dog (Southeast) — and compete for the coveted win in front of a national audience. The spectacle, complete with custom racing suits...
Wembley Stadium Gets an Olaolu Slawn Makeover
SummaryThe Emirates FA Cup came together with London-based artist and designer Slawn to create bespoke, stadium-wide designs for the 2025 final match between Manchester City and Crystal Palace.This marks the second collaboration between the Cup and the artist, following the artist's trophy redesign in 2024.The Emirates FA Cup tapped Olaolu Slawn for what may be his largest project to date. Last season, the London-based artist turned heads with a custom trophy design, which fused his caricature-style forms with a sleek, metallic elegance. For the 2025 final, the Cup welcomed him back for another creative takeover, this time, with the stadium itself as his canvas. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Emirates FA Cup (@emiratesfacup)Slawn's designs could be seen througho...
Toyota Unveils Next-Gen RAV4 GR Sport
SummaryToyota debuts its sixth-gen RAV4 in Japan with new hybrid and PHEV systemsThe GR SPORT trim gains exclusive suspension tuning, wider tread and enhanced aerodynamicsArene software platform debuts, powering advanced safety and multimedia featuresToyota has unveiled the next-generation RAV4 in Japan, featuring a sharper design, improved performance and first-time integration of its Arene software platform. While the new model comes in both plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and hybrid (HEV) variants, the spotlight is on the new GR SPORT trim — a performance-oriented offering tuned for driving excitement and road confidence. Drawing from Toyota’s motorsports expertise, the GR SPORT receives exclusive suspension tuning, wider tread, aluminum wheels and electric power steering calibrated for agility. ...
James Turrell Comes Full Circle in Upcoming Seoul Show
SummaryAcclaimed light artist James Turrell will open The Return at Pace Gallery in Seoul, on view from June 14 through September 27.The exhibition will feature recent and never-before-seen light installations alongside a collection of photographs and works on paper.A new James Turrell exhibition is set to hit Pace Gallery in Seoul next month, marking the artist’s first return to the Korean capital in 17 years. Titled The Return, the show features five recent installations — including a never-before-seen Wedgework piece — by the Light and Space luminary, transforming the tea house and all three floors of the galleries into dreamlike illusions.Like others in the series, Turrell's latest Wedgework presents a choreographed play of color, shadow and light. Light takes on a “thingness” in a low...
Officina Sculture Veloci Translates Racing Icons Into Sculpture
SummaryOfficina Sculture Veloci's sculptures are based on iconic racing and grand touring carsFrom the skeleton to the finished work, everything is made by handThe collective avoids digital tools in favor of manual shapingOfficina Sculture Veloci, based in Modena, creates sculptures based on iconic racing and grand touring cars. Rather than focusing on speed or performance, the atelier isolates form as they treat cars like the Ferrari and Porsche as art objects worth preserving. What's more, everything is made by hand.Each project begins with selecting a model which then pivots into a deep study of its lines, proportions and visual balance. Technical drawings and photo archives are used to understand how the car was originally shaped and how best to translate that into a sculpture as the c...
2025 Mercedes-AMG G 63: Understanding the Cult of GELÄNDEWAGEN
There are very few cars on the market that have an indestructible image to it, one so strong that a cult following builds and lives on for generations. The G-Wagon is one of those vehicles.We recently got our hands on a 2025 Mercedes-AMG G 63 for a week long review. We are more than familiar with the exterior appeal of it, its timeless style, and the history of its origins as a military transport. We could examine it on the freeways of OC, the streets of LA and even a bit of off-road dirt track till the cows come home. What we can't do however is act like we've ever owned one, or express the feeling of being part of a cult following for one. Because of this, we asked a few of our friends who currently or previously owned one to focus on three core aspects of G-Wagon ownership: the design, ...
Lebensraum Tirol: Lifestyle: Ischgl als Premium-Partner in Stuttgart – Landeck
Das traditionsreiche BOSS OPEN in Stuttgart erhält Unterstützung aus Tirol. Der heimische Tourismusort Ischgl fungiert ab sofort als Premium-Partner. ISCHGL/STUTTGART. Vom 7. bis 15.
Twisted Reimagines the Baja Bug With New TBug Special Project
SummaryTwisted Automotive unveils the TBug, a bespoke off-roader inspired by classic Baja BugsBuilt from vintage Beetles, each TBug features strengthened chassis, long-travel suspension, and under-80 hp enginesThe TBug debuts May 29 at Twisted’s Kensington Mews showroomTwisted Automotive has unveiled its latest Special Project: the TBug, a radically reimagined take on the classic Baja Bug. Inspired by founder Charles Fawcett’s childhood memories of Beetle posters on his sister’s wall, the TBug channels the rebellious spirit of desert racing through a modern lens.Far from a simple restoration, the TBug starts with a ‘60s to ‘80s air-cooled Beetle and is stripped down to first principles. The chassis is sealed and strengthened, long-travel suspension added and oversized BFG tires fitted for ...
Photographer “Drift” Arrested at His Exhibition Opening
SummaryIsaac “Drift” Wright arrested during his solo show at Robert Mann GalleryHe was charged with third-degree trespassing linked to previous climbsAn undercover officer at the event reportedly made the arrestIsaac Wright, known as “Drift,” was arrested at his own art show in Chelsea last Thursday night. Just two hours into the opening, NYPD officers entered the Robert Mann Gallery and took him into custody on charges of third-degree trespassing.Wright, a former Army paratrooper, gained notoriety for climbing skyscrapers and restricted sites to capture high-altitude photographs. His work, often shot from dangerous heights like the Queensboro Bridge or the Empire State Building, earned him both a social media following albeit multiple legal run-ins.According to Artnews, witnesses said an ...
Awol Erizku Explores Malcolm X’s Legacy at CAAM Solo Exhibition
SummaryAwol Erizku pays homage to Malcolm X through new and recent worksThemes include faith, identity and transformationOn view at CAAM through September 7, organized with SCAD Museum of ArtAwol Erizku’s new exhibition at the California African American Museum (CAAM) takes a personal look at the life and meaning of Malcolm X. Titled Awol Erizku: X, the show doesn’t try to explain Malcolm’s legacy in a straightforward way. Instead, it builds a layered portrait using film, photography, sculpture, music and historical materials.For Erizku, Malcolm X is not just a historical figure. He becomes a lens through which to explore bigger ideas like faith, identity, transformation and the ties between Africa and the United States. The artist brings his own visual language to the work, which he calls...
