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Extras / Art: SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN ART
In recent years, the conversation surrounding environmental sustainability has permeated every sector of society, and the art world is no exception. Artists and galleries are increasingly adopting sustainable practices, recognizing their role and responsibility in addressing global environmental concerns. This shift is not just about altering materials and methods; it represents a profound transformation in…
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Art Review: WILD THINGS ARE HAPPENING: THE ART OF MAURICE SENDAK (International Tour at Skirball Center)
MAURICE SENDAK ’” WILD AT HEART Some of us had the good fortune of growing up with the wondrous and zany work of Maurice Sendak. We didn’t know it at the time, but Sendak was in the midst of something quite extraordinary’”a decades-long manifestation of a galaxy of stories and art where children befriend monsters,…
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Extras: NEW YORK MUSEUMS WITH DINOSAUR FOSSILS
The fourth floor of the American Museum of Natural History is like dinosaur heaven. It’s home to countless fossils of dinosaurs, sea reptiles and pterosaurs. The museum’s paleontologists, including Barnum Brown and Henry Fairfield Osborn, hunted around the world for fossils. They also enlisted natural history artists such as Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins to mount the…
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Extras / Art: MASTERING THE CANVAS: ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES FOR PAINTERS
Painting is an art form that allows for the expression of thoughts, emotions, and creativity on a canvas. Mastering this art requires understanding various techniques and tools. This article aims to guide aspiring and seasoned painters alike in refining their skills and enhancing their artistic expression. Incorporating Technology in Art In the modern era, technology…
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Extras | Art: FALLING INTO INSPIRATION: THE HERITAGE OF AUTUMN ART
Thinking of buying a gorgeous piece of art for your home? Hold on! Before you buy an artwork, it’s worth stopping to think about the wider context and its deeper meaning. The best pieces of artwork are true works of art, almost biographical in the way they represent human life. Autumn Art is a wonderful…
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Extras | Film: MOVIE POSTER ART: FROM HAND-PAINTED CLASSICS TO MODERN GEMS
Movie posters are films in themselves, telling us the story of a film even before we enter the theater. Like movies, these visual masterpieces have taken a fascinating journey through time, evolving immensely over the years. And their development isn’t only related to techniques used to promote cinematic pieces. Their purpose goes way beyond that,…
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Extras | TV: A TOUR OF TV SHOWS AND MOVIES FILMED AT THE GREENBRIER RESORT WV
The Greenbrier Resort is a picture of traditional grandeur and elegance and is situated in West Virginia’s stunning Allegheny Mountains. This historical treasure has been featured in a number of illustrious TV shows and motion pictures, exhibiting its splendor. To fully appreciate The Greenbrier’s significance in the entertainment industry, let’s first look at its history….
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Art and Collectibles: RAY BOLGER’S COPIES OF MUSIC FROM THE WIZARD OF OZ (Lion Heart)
“IF I ONLY HAD A BRAIN” RARE ITEMS FROM THE LIFE AND CAREER OF LEGENDARY ACTOR RAY BOLGER, THE “SCARECROW” IN THE WIZARD OF OZ, TO BE OFFERED AT AUCTION FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ENTERTAINMENT HISTORY Lion Heart Autographs Fall 2023 Auction – November 1, 2023 Rare MGM Production Score of Famous Song Among the Highlights Lion Heart Autographs, among the world’s most respected…
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Extras: GUIDE: HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH MOVING OBJECTS CORRECTLY
Who hasn’t experienced it? Whether children, animals or vehicles – as soon as an object moves, it becomes difficult to take a photo. Who doesn’t have all those photos on their smartphone or camera where only part of an object can be seen? But there are ways to take really good photos of moving objects,…
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Extras: MAIN REASONS WHY ARTS INTEGRATION IS IMPORTANT IN SCHOOL AND COLLEGE
Studying art in school and college has always been considered an extracurricular activity. That was because art education in college was supposed to be a luxury, and more focus was given to preparing students for standardized tests. But, with time, more information has been circulating on how art has helped students create well-rounded, well-prepared readers…
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Museum Exhibits Recommendation: ‘HERSTORY’ JUDY CHICAGO; ‘NOTHING NEW’ PUPPIES PUPPIES; ‘ECOROVE’ (The New Museum, NYC)
HERSTORY JUDY CHICAGOOctober 12, 2023–January 14, 2024 | Floors 2, 3, 4, 7 “Herstory” spans Judy Chicago’s sixty-year career to encompass the full breadth of the artist’s contributions across painting, sculpture, installation, drawing, textiles, photography, stained glass, needlework, and printmaking. Eschewing the boundaries of a traditional museum survey, “Herstory” will place Chicago’s work in dialogue with…
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Extras | Art | Film: CANNABIS IN PERFORMANCE ART: A HISTORY
Cannabis has been used in performance art for centuries, dating back to the early days of the counterculture movement. In the 1960s and 1970s, performance artists such as Andy Warhol and Marina Abramović used cannabis to explore the relationship between art and consciousness. Warhol’s 1966 film “Chelsea Girls” features scenes of the artist and his…
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Extras | Art: CASINO AS A PLATFORM FOR CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES
In the world of casinos, artistic expressions, gambling experiences, and entertainment converge to form a whole new culture. Melodic notes, beautiful paintings on the walls, unique architecture, and creativity combine to offer a rich environment where culture and art take center stage. Casinos are more than just places where gamblers try their luck. Every detail…
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New York Exhibit Review: WONDERLAND DREAMS
THE RABBIT HOLE SHEBANG Have you read Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland? Have you wondered what it might be like to be transported into Alice’s world? Wonderland Dreams will allow you, your friends, your children and your grandchildren to have such a unique experience. Created by artist Alexa Meade, Wonderland Dreams is 26,000 square feet of…
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Art Recommendation: NJIDEKA AKUNYILI CROSBY (The Hilton Als Series at The Huntington)
As spring approaches, it’s a wonderful time to walk about Huntington’s Botanical Gardens. You should also check out the fascinating exhibition that I saw at The Met: Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts. And starting today, Huntington’s Art Museum will display a selection of five works by Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist Njideka…
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THE RISE OF ADULT ENTERTAINMENT & WAYS IT IS RESHAPING THE WORLD OF ART
The digital art scene is always in flux and takes inspiration from all aspects of modern culture. Art in all its forms and sex have a longstanding relationship in inspiring and taking from one another. From movies to music to sculptures, art and adult content go hand in hand. With the recent rise of the…
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Film / Art: REGENERATION: BLACK CINEMA 1898–1971 (Academy Museum of Motion Pictures)
ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES OPENS REGENERATION: BLACK CINEMA 1898–1971 ON AUGUST 21, 2022 Offering the public a chance to learn more about how Black performers and filmmakers have helped define cinema in the United States, the exhibition explores the achievements and challenges of both independent production and the studio system, from cinema’s infancy in…
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WAYS MUSEUMS CAN IMPROVE THE LEARNING PROCESS
Learning neither begins nor ends in the classroom. You can learn about new things at home, work, on the streets, and almost anywhere. Museums are unpopular venues for learning, but they possess significant learning potential. Museum collections give students a physical and historical link to time, places, events, and people. They allow them to explore…
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Film Screening: THE COWBOYS (50th Anniversary at John Wayne: An American Experience in Fort Worth, TX)
When The Cowboys premiered in 1972, it was one of the biggest hits of the year. It is best remembered for launching the careers of several young actors, as well as being one of only a small handful of movies in which John Wayne’s character dies. The 50th anniversary celebration of The Cowboys will feature three days of events, including…
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Attraction Reviews: SUMMIT ONE VANDERBILT | ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY (New York City)
A TALE OF TWO TOWERS The area around the erstwhile World Trade Center towers may have transformed slowly, and still under construction, but the transformation is astounding around the new high-rise replacement tower, One World Trade Center, also known as the Freedom Tower, and which is now the focal point of the Lower Manhattan skyline….
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