Stan Squirewell: Robitussin, Hotcombs & Grease

In Stan Squirewell’s most recent solo exhibition, Robitussin, Hotcombs & Grease, at the Claire Oliver Gallery in Harlem earlier this year, he offered a poignant meditation on Black domestic life, memory, and inheritance. Drawing from anonymous archival photographs sourced from the Smithsonian and private family collections, Squirewell transformed historical images into fascinating mixed-media portraits that… Continue reading Stan Squirewell: Robitussin, Hotcombs & Grease

Crafted Kinship at Rimadesio

Crafted Kinship: Inside the Creative Practices of Contemporary Black Caribbean Makers by Malene Barnett is a vibrant and deeply personal celebration of over 60 Black Caribbean artists, designers, and craftspeople whose work is rooted in heritage, identity, and innovation. Ms. Barnett takes you on a deeply personal journeys of all the makers in the book… Continue reading Crafted Kinship at Rimadesio

The Creative Brilliance of Imagination at Artexpo NY

Creative brilliance at Artexpo New York returned to Pier 36 for its 48th year last week showcasing of over 1000+ artists in multiple genres. Over 15,000 attendees were expected over the show’s run this year with many great contemporary and fine art pieces on view. The show featured original works by artists that included creative… Continue reading The Creative Brilliance of Imagination at Artexpo NY

Creativity on Display at Art Miami & Context Miami

With Miami Design and Art Weeks in the rear-view mirror and a new year on the horizon, it’s time to reminisce about the level of creativity on display at Art Miami and Context Miami. Each year the fairs look to elevate contemporary art on view with new works for collectors and art lovers alike. Featured… Continue reading Creativity on Display at Art Miami & Context Miami

Favorite Art Fair In Miami for Art Lovers

Spectrum Miami and Red Dot Miami, a favorite during Miami Art Week 2024, had another successful run this year! This two for one art fair was among the very many events held in Miami celebrating creativity in its many variations. With 150,000 square feet of indoor exhibition space and around 40,000 attendees, galleries and artists… Continue reading Favorite Art Fair In Miami for Art Lovers

New Energy at Salon Art + Design NY

Not quite new attitude or new look but definitely new leadership, new perspective and new energy at Salon Art + Design in New York City this month. Nicky Dessources, the new director, made this happen by including a more diverse group of artists and expanding the sometimes-homogenous feel of the show in past years. This… Continue reading New Energy at Salon Art + Design NY

Japanese Art at Onishi Gallery

Japanese art is the highlight in the 1,200 sq ft historic Sidney Ripley mansion in New York City on the Upper Eastside. The new location of the Onishi Gallery may be small, but it’s outsized examples of fine Japanese art and craftsmanship more than fills the space. Exhibition The Spirit of Noto: Urushi Artists of… Continue reading Japanese Art at Onishi Gallery

Art x Fashion at Retail

When looking for beautiful examples of design and style the juxtaposition of art x fashion at Bergdorf Goodman store in New York fits the bill. Instead of the top floor art exhibits they normally do, this one was in the heart of the selling floor. Pieces by Artist in Residence Vin Servillon perfectly married art… Continue reading Art x Fashion at Retail