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This is an interesting analysis. The role of public art in the fabric of a place is an important part of urban design. When I think of the works that have affected me the most they are place driven and site specific.

There is a new space —822–in Basel. The image corresponds to the work of Charlotte von Engelberg. There are two aspects that speak positively about the way Basel perceives contemporary art and culture: the amount of available studio space and the proliferation of very carefully programmed independent art spaces. What does it mean? That the art community tries again and again to integrate itself in the fabric of the civil society; that the artistic community is aware of itself as a group and not only as an individual and that it embraces the social creating a positive environment.

The trailer for mini #documentary fearuring Courtney Minor , owner of Courtney Minor Design is out! See below. Woohoo!

https://lnkd.in/gtsUUb_2 This article delves into the facets of Pearl Lam’s career, examining her colonial attitude, embracing diversity, and her role as a female entrepreneur and leader. #entrepreneurlife

The amount of sheer passion put into the preservation of the fashion, design & culture here is astounding.

Great way to start September at The Art Business Conference next Tuesday, 10 September in London. This event promises a packed day of insights and discussions that will shape the future of the art market. If you haven’t secured your ticket yet, now’s your chance: https://lnkd.in/dVbWvX38 Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store, and what I'm most excited about: 👉 A kick off with a conversation between Guillaume Cerutti, CEO of Christie’s, and Georgina Adam, where they’ll set the tone for the day with a deep dive into the current state of the art market. 👉 A panel on The Future of Creativity - which features prominent female leaders exploring how government policy can play a crucial role in shaping a thriving creative economy. Im looking forward to hearing Charlotte Appleyard and Charlene Prempeh speak.       👉 Discussions on Art Finance and navigating a shifting market will be particularly relevant as we face the global market’s current volatility—expect insights on new finance products and potential opportunities. Amanda Gray is amazing. Mishcon de Reya LLP 👉 Collecting & Accessibility: Editions, diving into how limited editions are opening up new paths for collectors, with me, who is honoured to be alongside David Cleaton-Roberts of Cristea Roberts Gallery, Robert Kennan of Phillips, Conner Williams of artnet. 👉 PLUS two breakout sessions: one on the resilience of the UK auction market, and another exploring the future of the gallery model—offering unique perspectives on how the art world is evolving. Has there ever been a better moment to reflect on that 👆 ? 💫 I’m looking forward to learning from industry leaders at every turn. See you there 👋 #ArtBusiness #ArtMarket #ArtFinance #BlueChipArt #ArtCollectors Louise Hamlin

Thrilled to be part of this upcoming exhibition with these artists at RK Contemporary, South Africa THE DISTANCE BETWEEN There are small places in this world where artists have settled, finding where the spaces between living and creating transform into, in this case, visual artworks. Places where creatives (artists, musicians, poets, chefs and other artisans) are fortunate to be enveloped by calm and appealing environs that are conducive to creativity. With some 120 kilometres between them, covering varied landscapes from the coast moving inland, Riebeek Kasteel and Kommetjie are two such places connected by a metaphoric creative heartbeat. In describing the physicality of these two lovely places, we cannot ignore the spiritual power of the natural world, described by some as a thin place, which is where the veil between the physical and spiritual world becomes permeable and where our perspectives of the world could develop differently. Because of these beautiful places, and an idea of this aesthetic being ‘perfect’, it has to raise awareness of the opposite also being present – a place where there is so much struggle, where life is lived on the edges. However, the sense of being in a thin place can attest to the healing power of the natural world, where one could move into an in-between place, with possibility. This exhibition is a result of a concentration of people who make art, distilling an essence of where they live, continually inspired to develop their work and are also lucky enough to form their own closely knit community within Kommetjie.

Defending Local Identity: A Stand Against External Architectural Influence "It grieves me to think that we require an American justice system in Wimbledon." This response to the proposal for a Frank Gehry-designed concert hall underscores the discontent some feel about an extraordinary foreign architect imposing his vision on a place we call home. While Gehry's vision for a state-of-the-art music center promises to transform Wimbledon and enrich London's cultural life, it is seen by many as an affront to our collective security and the greater good. The idea that an outsider, however talented, can dictate the architectural landscape of our community is troubling. This project, far from being a unique opportunity, represents a challenge to our local identity and autonomy. Our community deserves development that respects and reflects our values, traditions, and needs, rather than surrendering to external influences that may not align with our collective interests. #LocalIdentity #ArchitecturalIntegrity #Wimbledon #CommunityValues #CulturalAutonomy #PreserveOurHeritage #LocalVoicesMatter #ArchitecturalSovereignty #ProtectOurHome #ResistExternalInfluence

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It was so exciting to present at #FAccT2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I already miss the beautiful beaches, views, and delicious food. At the conference, I presented my work: "Beyond Behaviorist Representational Harms: A Plan for Measurement and Mitigation". In this work, we explore the question: What are "representational harms"? We 1) examine current definitions 2) propose an expansion to include affective and cognitive states 3) provide high-level requirements for measurement 4) outline the harms with respect to LLMs 5) discuss some mitigation strategies 6) and when to use them (i.e. morally permissible cases for harms) Read the final version here: https://lnkd.in/gCqi4cq3