South African ceramic artist Katherine Glenday’s porcelain works explore the contrasts of organic textures on soft skin-like surfaces. These elegant and delicate pieces seem paper-light in appearance, almost as if they would float away and break in a light breeze defying the materiality of the porcelain. Glenday manages this by stretching the porcelain to its… Continue reading Rationalities
Category: Interiors
Blind Tiger
Forrest Kirk: Blind Tiger exhibition at Gavlak Gallery, Palm Beach showcased paintings that represent the findings of Kirk’s exhaustive research into the secret and obscured histories of Palm Beach. A predominantly Black settlement called The Styx, was part of Palm Beach in the late 19th century which included a network of speakeasies disguised as legal… Continue reading Blind Tiger
Frank Holliday – SEE/SAW
Frank Holliday developed a Neo-Abstract Expressionist style based on strong brushstrokes and heavy pouring and smearing. His works doesn’t overwhelm the viewer but allows you to drift with the colors and movement in the paintings to another place both relaxing and satisfying. The “SEE/SAW” exhibition by Mucciaccia Gallery, included 28 works showcasing Holliday’s use of… Continue reading Frank Holliday – SEE/SAW
Geometric Abstractionist
Warren Isensee’s geometric paintings in his recent exhibition at Miles McEnery Gallery in NY has assorted shapes and colors that are both dazzling and alluring. The viewer is very nearly hypnotized with the oscillating and symmetrical patterns while the colors quietly soothe the senses. Featured image: Skin and Bones, 2020 oil on canvas
Dialogues
Nancy Callan’s elegant glass pieces are represented in the permanent collections of museums around the world, in addition she has taught advanced glassblowing techniques to some of the post pre-eminent glass centers internationally. Her first solo exhibition of her most recent work Dialogues, was presented by Heller Gallery, NY that featured works deeply informed by… Continue reading Dialogues
Allied Maker
Beautifully elegant handcrafted lighting from Allied Maker, with New York based design and manufacturing studio features modern yet timeless works. The inspiration for these pieces is fueled by an obsession with natural materials such as Brass, Glass, and Hardwoods along with a love for artisan craftsmanship. Allied Maker also collaborate with local makers and designers… Continue reading Allied Maker
Designing For A Cure
Another fabulous edition of Holiday House NYC is back again featuring equally fabulous designers all creating rooms for a cause…supporting the fight against breast cancer. This year the Showhouse is located in a five story townhouse at 125 E65th Street, designed by renowned architect Charles A. Platt. It is currently open to the public through… Continue reading Designing For A Cure
Natuzzi Italia
The classic Italian style and craftsmanship of Natuzzi Italia is a blend of innovation, function, design, materials and colors for harmonious living. It began almost 60 years ago in a small workshop in Puglia, Italy and has grown to be the largest furniture brand in Italy with over 500 stores worldwide. Quality of materials, comfort… Continue reading Natuzzi Italia
Brooklyn Gem
Brooklyn Heights Designer Showhouse is a gem to explore now through November 3, 2019. There are 15 designers featured inside and outside of this beautiful wood framed house, set in the historic Brooklyn Heights neighborhood. The showhouse is located at 13 Pineapple Street, Brooklyn, NY, less than a block away from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade… Continue reading Brooklyn Gem
Holiday House Hamptons 2019
Holiday House Hamptons is back for the fourth year presented by HC&G. This year features a new selection of top interior designers who transformed a modern barn-style estate into a marvelous show house. Proceeds from Holiday House benefits the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Tickets are still available through August 4, 2019. Featured image: Mar Silver… Continue reading Holiday House Hamptons 2019
