Art

Over the course of human history, civilization has always been caught in a state of flux, a tension that ebbs and flows between tradition and modernity. Nowhere is this thought perhaps most present in the technology that has guided us throughout and continues to change the way we experience daily life, as a result. A constant observer of culture, Chinese artist Cao Fei has dedicated the past 20 years to understanding what it means to be human amidst the rapid advancements ushered in by the 21st century.On view now at Sprüth Magers Berlin is a new solo exhibition where Fei transforms the entire gallery into an unworldly think-space that ruminates on the blurring lines between reality and the growing digital realm of the metaverse. Well-known for her elaborate scenography, each aspect of the...

When it comes to the world of football hooliganism, few clubs have carried such a tainted legacy as South London's Millwall F.C. Known as arguably the most hated club in the UK, the violent side of their supporters dates all the way back to the start of the last century against their still bitter London rivals, West Ham F.C. Countless of shameful incidents have occurred over the course of their 135 year history, including countless pitch invasions and missiles thrown pitch-side, brawls between opposing fans and the tragic murder of a West Ham supporter at the hands of one of Millwall's firms. While there is still a portion of Millwall fans that sometimes too proudly dip into this heritage, a new book, however, seeks to subvert the image of what the modern day Millwall supporter is today. C...

Holly Hendry is a British artist who is best known for creating site-specific installations and sculptures that probe into what lies beneath the surface. In the past, this approach has translated into a massive conveyer belt artwork at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, as well as a tumbling outdoor sculpture in Luxembourg, which she presented last year.Despite being from London, the artist hasn’t been commissioned to design a public sculpture in her home town, until now. Housed at The Artist's Garden atop the Temple Tube rooftop, Slackwater blends seamlessly with the exterior of any average building, but becomes sinuous and all the more perplexing as one walks around it. "I am really happy with the outcome [but] it is a strange moment, working quite intimately on something for so long and then...

While some artists, in fact, many artists take their work as a form of serious self-reflection, Spanish cartoonist Joan Cornellà has always approached his practice as a vessel to comment on the humorous sides of daily life. Not to say he does not take his work seriously, but through a pinch of satire, Cornellà reveals the ridiculous underbelly that often dictates our everyday decisions and thoughts. To add to his ongoing partnership with Hong Kong-based creative studio, AllRightsReserved, Cornellà is set to release a new sculpture entitled Idiotmeter Man. The artwork features his signature generic male character clad in a kelly green suit and holding a scanner gun that presumably notifies one if there is an idiot in the premises. The vinyl figure sizes eight inches in height and will relea...

BEYOND THE STREETS' CONTROL Gallery is set to unveil a new set of works by New York-based artist, Othelo Gervacio.Entitled Mind Flowers, Gervacio will present a familiar series of romanticized floral compositions created in a dark and phosphorescent color palette. Inspired by 17th Century Dutch Master paintings, such as the works of Rembrandt and Vermeer, Gervacio will typically collect, photograph and then paint large hyper-realistic paintings of various florae that he finds. “I have always been drawn to things and ideas that exude a dark beauty," says Gervacio, "from the life-fleeting imagery of wilting flowers to the origins of melodic, yet heavy metal music. The cross-section of romance and tragedy has always been the coordinate at which a large portion of my interests lie, thus leadin...

Hypermaremma and Terraforma have joined forces for a remarkable and exclusive event. They brought Charlemagne Palestine, a prominent figure in the underground scene of New York, who delivered a captivating performance at the historic venue of La Ferriera in Capalbio, Italy -- a 19th-century villa, renowned for its picturesque gardens. The event was realized in collaboration with Terraforma and supported by the prominent brand K-Way, known for its appreciation of the art world and a lifestyle that champions freedom and nonconformity. Their endorsement of this event underscores their commitment to celebrating the beauty and expressive power of pristine landscapes and nature.Altogether, the collaborative event was rooted in a shared vision and commitment to exploring the intersection of art, ...

In sports, fans and pundits often talk about generational talents — players who many times come out of nowhere to completely rewrite the playing field. Think Lionel Messi, Serena Williams, Tom Brady, Nikola Jokić. Fashion, too, possesses these sorts of 'players', or rather, designers who bridge what's come before with something refreshing, something entirely new. While there are a handful of notable inclusions today, Grace Wales Bonner has been a tour de force, from spearheading her sportswear-inspired namesake label to her sought-after adidas collaborations, including recent kit designs for the Jamaica National Football Team. To follow, the acclaimed English fashion designer has been tapped by New York's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) to curate the latest entry in the institution's Artist’s ...

BEYOND THE STREETS Publishing and CONTROL Gallery have announced the release of a comprehensive book of sketches from celebrated Los Angeles-based artist, Mark Machado aka Mister CARTOON.Titled "Sketches: Book One," the offering features over 290 drawings and 180 pages that explore over two decades of work from the artist. The book is said to include intimate looks at the artist's ideation process and work that has appeared in tattoos, magazines, commercial projects, and more – including never before seen work.Having gained popularity for his distinctive style of tattooing, which incorporates elements of fine art, graffiti, and Chicano culture. Mister CARTOON’S work often features intricate black and gray designs, incorporating images of iconic figures, lettering and cultural symbols.Over ...

There seems to be a new art fair popping up every other month, from smaller entries like Future Fair in New York to ART SG in Singapore. Last year, Contemporary Art Now (CAN) in Ibiza was initiated to celebrate the island's rich cultural history, by emphasizing contemporary artists and galleries that capture the laidback Mediterranean spirit. Madrileño Sergio Sancho founded the event to fill the void of an international art fair on the island, which for many, is largely known today for its boozy nightlife, but which has actually been a haven for artists, writers and thinkers of all backgrounds dating all the way back to the Phoenicians. Housed at Recinto Ferial (FECOEV), the inaugural edition produced extraordinary results, selling 80 percent of the art last year. While the fair features a...

David Kordansky Gallery is celebrating 20 years in business with a new group exhibition that chronicles its rapid ascension in the Los Angeles area and the art world at-large. Ceremoniously dubbed 20, the show will include paintings, sculptures and installations by Chase Hall, Valentin Carron, Jonas Wood, the late-Sam Gilliam, Lesley Vance, Fred Eversley, Adam Pendleton, Torbjørn Rødland, Matthew Brannon, John Armleder, David Altmejd, Mario Ayala, Rashid Johnson, Guan Xiao and many more. Founded in 2003 in LA's Chinatown neighborhood, the gallery still operates with an artist-first mentality, which has translated in fruitful dialogues between creatives of varying backgrounds which persists to this day. For 20, there will be a number of artworks specially made for the occasion, including ne...