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Frieze Focus 2024: Interconnectivity and Rebellion Against Division. Frieze London’s annual Focus section is held in high esteem as the leading platform for emerging galleries and artists to showcase their innovation and talent. This year’s collaboration with Stone Island showcased thirty-four presentations, a mixture of galleries and solo artists from across five continents. From digital installations and balloon animals to the more traditional mediums of painting and sculpture, the thread that tied a number of the Focus artworks together seemed to be a rebellion against the problematic division that society faces today. A subversion of boundaries and yearning for connection seemed to be the tone of this year’s Focus section at Frieze London 2024. Fostering the connection of galleries and artists from across several continents was Joumana Assily (Founder, Marfa), Piotr Drewko (Founder, Wschód), and Cédric Fauq (Chief curator, CAPC musée d’art contemporain, Bordeaux). The advisors curated thirty-four gallery and solo artist presentations that display the innovative talent of the emerging art scene. Explorations of boundaries, whether a rewilding abandonment or stark materialisation of them, were exhibited throughout the section. Here are some of New Wave’s top picks: https://lnkd.in/eUYmuyFw

Analog can be so cool!

🎨 Exploring Monet's Mastery: The Cliff Walk at Pourville, 1882 🎨 Discover a pivotal moment in art history with Claude Monet's "The Cliff Walk at Pourville." Captured in 1882, this painting is a stunning example of Impressionism, a movement Monet himself helped pioneer. The work depicts a serene seascape, where two figures are seen amidst a vibrant composition of blues and greens, representing the essence of the moment, rather than the minute details. This artwork is crafted with quick, expressive brushstrokes typical of Monet’s style, emphasizing the effects of light and color over precision. Evoking a sense of immediacy and movement, Monet’s technique allows the landscape to shimmer with life, reflecting his deep connection with nature. Monet faced numerous challenges, among them the initial rejection by the art establishment, which was entrenched in traditional academia and resisted the Impressionist focus on ordinary subjects and variable lighting. Despite these controversies, Monet's vision persisted, fundamentally altering the trajectory of modern art. "The Cliff Walk at Pourville" not only marks Monet’s revolutionary approach to painting but also a moment of tranquility amidst his tumultuous career. Let’s appreciate the depth and vivacity of Monet’s work, embraced today as a cornerstone of Impressionism. #ClaudeMonet #Impressionism #TheCliffWalkAtPourville #ArtHistory #FrenchArt #19thCenturyArt #ImpressionistMovement #Monet #LightAndColor #LandscapePainting #ArtLovers #FineArt #HistoricArt #MuseumCollection #NatureInArt #ArtisticVision #Artistry #Masterpiece #ArtGallery #ArtCritique #ArtEducation #CulturalHeritage #Painter #IconicArt #ArtInfluencer #RevolutionaryArt #ArtisticInnovation #ArtHistorian

Call for Art 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚: 𝙈𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙂𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: April 22 27, 2024 Midnight 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: June 5 - August 10, 2024 𝗝𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗿: Masako Onodera 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁: https://lnkd.in/gdr3zZja 𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧. Artists manipulate metal, stone, and glass to change their physical state, the form the materials take before us. In this exhibit, Changing Physical States works to highlight the mediums Materials and Modes included in this call: metalwork, jewelry, blacksmithing, metal casting, welding, stone carving, stone jewelry, found metal sculptures, glass mosaics, fused glass, blown glass, stained glass, and other artworks that feature the materials as a significant component of the artwork. 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 I𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲: Kate Bradly @kate_bradley_art

My first article for Raandoom, dissecting the life and times of Marina Abramović through the eponymous exhibition of her own curation.

The power of studying the solar sun path and using it to improve your interior.

I am pleased to announce my glass sculpture “Dissolution” has been selected Best of Show at Art Fluent’s Beyond the Scars exhibition. 380 artists from across the globe submitted their works for consideration and inclusion, with only 69 works chosen for the exhibition. Of the works included, the juror selected my piece for Best of Show. What an incredible honor! The exhibition description reads: Let’s celebrate the imperfections in art, where every flaw tells a story, and every mistake launches us into the unpredictable beauty of the creative journey. BEYOND THE SCARS invites us to stop and reflect on the raw and the real, pushing us to rethink what perfection means. These works highlight the charm of irregularities and asymmetries, turning so-called defects into striking focal points. Within these stories, emotions, and scars, we find a raw vulnerability that uncovers the true beauty in it all. Dissolution Artist Statement: In this piece I delve into the complex interplay between form and content, exploring themes of confinement, emptiness, and the dissolution of relationships. Crafted from hand-blown glass, the vessel stands as a symbol of containment, yet paradoxically devoid of any functionality. Its sealed form renders it inaccessible, emphasizing a sense of emptiness and impossibility, akin to a discarded mistake left to linger. The crumpled appearance of the glass, reminiscent of discarded paper or refuse, serves as a visual metaphor for the aftermath of broken relationships. Within this vessel of confinement, layers of text emerge, interwoven with the glass like tangled thoughts and emotions. However, upon closer inspection, these seemingly chaotic layers reveal themselves to be fragments of legal documents, specifically separation and divorce papers. The juxtaposition of the fragile, transparent glass with the weighty, bureaucratic language of legal documents underscores the vulnerability and impermanence of human connections. The layers of text, once symbols of commitment and union, now appear as detritus, discarded and relegated to the realm of waste. Through this sculpture, I invite viewers to contemplate the complexities of human relationships, the fragility of communication, and the inevitable disintegration that accompanies separation. As the layers of text and glass converge, they evoke a sense of entrapment within the confines of broken promises and lost hopes, compelling us to confront the haunting emptiness left in their wake.

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ The PROFESSIONAL Throughout time man has felt the need to immortalize what he thought was beautiful throughout his entire existence. Everyone agrees with sculpture, painting, or graphics decorative arts … etc. Things are complicated by the fact that there is a lot of diversity inside. For example, it is not easy to accept that they are part of the same art: "The Last Supper" painted by Leonardo da Vinci and "The White Square on a White Background" by Kazimir Malevich or "David" by Michelangelo and "The Traffic Light Tree" ” by Pierre Vivant, consisting of 75 traffic lights... This is how, works of plastic art have conventionally been registered in various currents, styles and trends: mannerism, baroque, classicism, academism, realism, romanticism, impressionism, post-impressionism, abstractionism, futurism, incoherent arts, vorticism, precisionism, lyrical abstractionism, situationism, postminimalism, algorithmic art, stuckism, superstroke, toyism...that's it! In other cases, the critics and art historians have established the frameworks, and there are probably enough artists who create without worrying about whether or not they belong to a certain current. Today is hardly to paint like Rembrandt or sculpt like Rodin, even if their works are deeply admired and sell for fabulous sums at auctions. We don't want to or we can't anymore? - it's a delicate question... Anyway, it doesn't matter, because, thank God, there's room for everyone and everything. And the ultimate criterion of appreciation is aesthetic and emotional pleasure. Do you like a painting, does it convey something to you, that matters, not which trend it belongs to or even what the artist wanted. …

Title: "Joseph Presents his Father and Brothers to Pharaoh" by Francisco Gutiérrez Cabello Explore the dynamic canvas of Francisco Gutiérrez Cabello, an illustrious Spanish painter from the 17th century, whose work often escapes mainstream recognition yet embodies the rich tapestry of the Baroque period. One of his compelling creations, "Joseph Presents his Father and Brothers to Pharaoh," exemplifies his mastery in storytelling through art. This oil painting captures a biblical narrative with profound emotion and intricate detail. The scene is set in an opulent Egyptian court where Joseph, depicted in vibrant attire, introduces his humble, awe-struck family to a regally poised Pharaoh. Gutiérrez Cabello's use of vivid colors and dramatic lighting accentuates the contrast between the familial group and the grandeur of the Pharaoh's court, highlighting themes of reunion and redemption. The artist’s technique is a testament to the Baroque style, characterized by its dramatic use of light, rich color palette, and dynamic composition. These elements are meticulously balanced to not only convey the story but also evoke a deep emotional response from the viewer. While Gutiérrez Cabello’s works were celebrated during his lifetime, his name was overshadowed by contemporaries such as Velazquez. This led to controversies concerning attribution of several of his paintings, complicating the understanding of his oeuvre. Despite these challenges, the distinctive clarity and emotional depth of his art continue to resonate, allowing us to appreciate his contributions to the Baroque movement. This painting not only serves as a visual delight but also as a historical document that offers insights into the cultural and religious sensibilities of the era. #FranciscoGutiérrezCabello #BaroqueArt #17thCenturyArt #SpanishArtists #ArtHistorian #OilPainting #BiblicalArt #ArtisticVision #ArtGallery #MuseumCollection #HistoricalArt #ArtLover #ArtCollector #FineArts #VisualArt #EuropeanArt #ArtEducation #ArtisticExpression #CulturalHeritage #ArtisticHeritage #Masterpiece #ArtInspiration #ArtStudy #ClassicArt #Pharaoh #Joseph #ArtHistory #ReligiousArt

🎨🔍Ever wondered about a painting's health before buying it, or how museums keep their art in top shape? That's where a condition report comes in! 📜 ✨ It's like a medical report for art, created by a specialist conservator. This report details the artwork's physical condition, often including photos. You'll see them before auctions, private sales, exhibitions, or even when art is transported. The report includes the overall condition (cracks, fading, repairs), materials used (paint, canvas), and any past restorations. Why's it important? Transparency for buyers and viewers, protection for the artwork itself, and even its value – a well-maintained piece is worth more! So next time you see art, remember the silent story its condition report tells! So next time you see art, remember the silent story its condition report tells! 🎨🔍