Art
Alexander Wessely Questions Icons and Worshippers in “KORTEX” Exhibition
Prominent multidisciplinary artist Alexander Wessely presents his latest solo exhibition, "KORTEX," at Fotografiska Stockholm, marking one of Scandinavia's largest contemporary art showcases. Spanning nearly 1000 square meters, the immersive installation delves into Wessely's diverse artistic practice encompassing sculpture, photography, and film. "KORTEX" invites visitors into a captivating brutalist environment adorned with marble sculptures, ethereal light pillars, evocative photographs, cutting-edge 3D technology, and dynamic projections. At the heart of this project lies Wessely's exploration of idolatry in the modern world, delving into the intricate dynamics between icons and their worshippers.Observing the phenomenon of human worship through his artistic lens and collaborations wit...
Yellowpop Illuminates a LED Neon Art Collection Designed by Futura 2000
Yellowpop, the leading purveyor behind LED neon art, just announced its upcoming collaboration with the renowned artist Futura 2000. The Yellowpop x Futura 2000 LED Neon Collection will be launching on June 8, offering five exclusive neon pieces named Atoms, Blokes, Tondo, Signatura, and Violent Treasure. This collection beautifully showcases Futura's distinct abstract style and vibrant color choices, complemented by Yellowpop's cutting-edge LED technology, resulting in captivating and unique art pieces. By seamlessly blending contemporary art with functional design, this collection will infuse any living or workspace with a touch of artistic flair.Jeremy Cortial, co-founder of Yellowpop, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We are delighted to introduce our collaborat...
An In-Depth Look at Meta Prosper’s “Love in Translation” Exhibition at HBX New York
Earlier this month, HBX New York teamed up with Meta Prosper on an intimate group exhibition entitled "Love in Translation" that delved into the unique experiences of parental love within the AAPI community. The presentation explored the diverse ways Asian Americans were loved by their parents while growing up, even in the absence of explicit expressions like "I love you." The exhibition originated from the curiosity of Connie Chweh, the gallery curator and art director, about the shared experiences within the AAPI community."It warmed me to know how much this concept resonated with the artists, but the most surprising thing I learned is that some Asian American households did grow up with affection and hearing 'I love you'," says Chweh.The exhibition featured the works of seven talented A...
Frank Ocean’s Homer Publishes ‘Mutations,’ a 48-Page Booklet of His Photography
The latest product to come out of Frank Ocean’s independent luxury brand Homer isn’t a piece of jewelry but rather, a collection of the artist’s photography.Mutations is a 48-page booklet of images captured by Ocean last year between October 19 and December 22. Printed in the U.S. on tissue-weight paper, the book was published in-house by Homer and serves as a retrospective of his winter, featuring images of his friends wearing the jewelry.A quick flip through the booklet online offers a glimpse at Ocean’s buddies modeling the green Sphere Legs Pendant, blue Sphere Cross Pendant and more.Mutations retails for $75 USD and is available for purchase online and in-store at Homer’s New York flagship.Homer at The New York Jewelers Exchange70-74 BoweryNew York, NY, 10013Elsewhere in art, a galler...
Manchester-Based Creative AK Gramm Reinterprets Classic Cars For “A Wah Di Bumper”
Manchester-based designer, DJ, and creative, AK Williams -- aka AK Gramm -- has just presented a collection of new artworks, reinterpreting classic cars to merge his two worlds: the past as the future.AK, the founder of Manneh-based label Gramm, has been a key figure in the evolution of Manchester's creative scene. His brand, founded in 2015 -- and also listed as one of Hypebeast's UK brands to watch -- is currently enduring a slow hiatus, while AK and the wider team create new technically-focused styles to stock in the brand's flagship store that's due to open next year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gramm. (@gramm)Now, as AK works on his forthcoming collections with his imprint -- while also consistently performing at his hot-on-the-block Habitat club nights and ...
Steven Harrington Is Dropping A ‘Self’ Screenprint
Steven Harrington has announced the release of his latest editioned screenprint: Self. Featuring the artist's signature Melo character observing a separate — and particularly psychedelic — painting, Self draws from one of Harrington's pieces that was on display at the MIMA Museum of Art in Brussels as part of ZOO, a 2020 exhibition that placed him alongside contemporaries like Parra and Todd James while aiming to "explore anthropomorphism in relation to pop culture and emerging media."The Self screenprint measures 32 inches wide and 40 inches tall, and was hand-printed on 320gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges using a combination of 12 custom colors plus glossy black ink. It's limited to 120 units, each of which is signed, numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Se...
It’s a Living and MADSTEEZ Showcase Collaborative Artwork in “SENTIMENTS (SENTIMIENTOS)”
"SENTIMENTS (SENTIMIENTOS)" is the anticipated exhibition marking the return of INDUSTRY One -- a commission-free gallery dedicated to promoting unconventional artists and fostering inclusivity. Building on the success of its previous shows, INDUSTRY One continues to challenge the norms of the traditional art world by exploring diversity, sexuality, and making a positive impact on the community through the featured artists.This groundbreaking showcase brings together two talented visual landscape artists, MADSTEEZ and It's a Living, in their first-ever collaboration. Through the innovative use of mixed media, "SENTIMENTS (SENTIMIENTOS)" offers an immersive gallery experience that delves into the depths of deconstructed emotions and memories. MADSTEEZ and It's a Living each bring their uniq...
Gallerist Accused of $1.6 Million USD Art Fraud Set to Strike Deal with Authorities
Wendy Beard, a gallerist based in Michigan, is facing serious allegations of defrauding collectors out of a staggering $1.6 million. Recent reports indicate that Beard is on the verge of striking a deal with authorities, with expectations of pleading guilty to one count of wire fraud. This charge carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison, underscoring the severity of her alleged actions.The case against Beard began to unravel in October of last year when she was apprehended following an extensive investigation conducted by the FBI. The charges filed against her outlined a pattern of deceitful practices carried out at her gallery, the Wendy Halsted Gallery, located in Birmingham, a Detroit suburb. It is alleged that Beard engaged in various fraudulent schemes, including accep...
Rising Artist Daveed Baptiste Takes Home $25,000 USD Prize from YoungArts
YoungArts, the renowned organization dedicated to nurturing young artists, has announced Daveed Baptiste as the recipient of the esteemed Ashley Longshore Excellence in the Arts Award for 2023. Baptiste, a 2016 YoungArts Winner in Photography & Visual Arts, will be granted a $25,000 USD unrestricted prize thanks to the generous support of acclaimed artist Ashley Longshore.The Ashley Longshore Excellence in the Arts Award aims to provide enhanced support and recognition to artists in the disciplines of Theater, Photography, and Visual Arts. The recipient is selected based on their passion, excellence, and thoughtful approach to issues of identity and representation in their work. Baptiste, a versatile artist working across fashion design, photography, and textiles, stood out for his rem...
AMI and Magnum Photos Collaborate For Photographic Project Exploring the Concept of “FAMILY”
Having announced their collaboration last year, AMI teams up with international visual archive Magnum Photos for a traveling exhibition and book titled “FAMILY.” Exploring the concept of togetherness, family, and culture, the collaboration ushers a new venture for the luxury Parisian label as it taps the wider facets of art.Teaming up with 13 international visual artists from the agency, the traveling exhibition was premiered in Paris and Miami’s Art Basel in late 2022, and showcased in Shanghai last month. Hypebeast followed the founder and creative director of AMI Alexandre Mattiussi, Magnum Photos partnerships director, Nikandre Koukoulioti as well as five of the contributing artists behind-the-scenes as they geared up for the Paris, Miami and Shanghai stops of “FAMILY” to discuss the s...
MoMA’s Groundbreaking “New Photography” Exhibition Shines Spotlight on Lagos
The "New Photography" series at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has received criticism in recent editions for being too conceptual and lacking cohesiveness. However, the latest installment brings a refreshing change, putting an end to the losing streak. For the first time in the series' history, "New Photography" focuses on photographers with ties to Lagos, Nigeria, also known as Èkó in the Yoruba language. This shift in geographic perspective is a significant milestone, as African art, especially African photography, has rarely been given prominence at MoMA.Curated by Oluremi C. Onabanjo, the exhibition challenges conventional notions of documenting a city and its people through photography. Instead of featuring a large group of artists as in previous editions, Onabanjo selects only seven...
Hypeart Visits: Katherine Bernhardt
Katherine Bernhardt, the renowned American painter, has captivated both critics and artists with her dynamic and expressive paintings. Her artistic journey has taken her from depicting fashion models to exploring textile-based abstractions and, most recently, delving into patterned pop imagery.Bernhardt's insatiable visual appetite has solidified her reputation as one of the most vibrant and energetic painters of our time. Her early works featured supermodels sourced from fashion magazines, instantly catching the attention of art enthusiasts. As the years passed, she transitioned to creating pattern paintings that encompass a wide range of everyday objects. Tacos, coffee makers, toilet paper, cigarettes, iconic characters like E.T., Garfield, Darth Vader, and the Pink Panther find themselv...
