The Disappointment Engine

Here’s to looking up at Jacob Hashimoto‘s immersive exhibition at the Miles McEnery Gallery in New York. The Disappointment Engine exhibit features eleven sculptural pieces made up of viruses, stained-glass windows, Atari circuit-board patterns, and leaf structures. Hashimoto explores what it means to build an understanding of oneself through the investigation of radio telescopes as… Continue reading The Disappointment Engine

Afro-Caribbean American Portrait Artist Kandy G Lopez Explores Identity

There aren’t that many surprises when wandering through art galleries in New York City neighborhoods. I was lucky enough to stumble upon works from Afro-Caribbean American portrait artist Kandy G Lopez with her innovative works. Ms. Lopez offers a personal perspective of those around her not with chiseled stone, paint on canvas or some other… Continue reading Afro-Caribbean American Portrait Artist Kandy G Lopez Explores Identity

VOLTA New York 2023

VOLTA New York is back again in NY at the Metropolitan Pavilion in midtown. Created in Basel and debuting in New York in 2008, this contemporary art fair features over 50 international galleries from over 18 countries. Although at times art shows in general can seem repetitive featuring similar artists, you can find in this… Continue reading VOLTA New York 2023

Finely Curated Products at BDNY

Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is a leading trade fair for hospitality’s boutique and lifestyle design community. Interior designers, hotel and restaurant operators, architects and developers all descended on the show over the last two days to see the latest products from an international mix of vendors. BDNY had over 600 exhibitors showcasing innovative and… Continue reading Finely Curated Products at BDNY

Intersection Between Art and Design

The 11th Edition of Salon Art and Design kicked off at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City last Thursday. Over 2,500 visitors were there for the opening night preview with art and design collections from 52 galleries and 10 different countries. The finest 20th century art, design pieces — vintage, modern and contemporary… Continue reading Intersection Between Art and Design

Organic Architecture

What is Organic Architecture? Organic architecture is an approach to design that focuses on natural surroundings and sustainability, promoting harmony between human habitation and the natural world. First coined by Frank Lloyd Wright, Organic Architecture limits its infringement upon nature by coexisting alongside it, blending as seamlessly as possible into the surroundings. The current exhibition… Continue reading Organic Architecture

ICFF x WantedDesign Manhattan

ICFF x WantedDesign Manhattan show in New York this week featured over 300 established and emerging design brands from more than 25 countries at the Javits Convention Center. The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), is North America’s leading show for contemporary furnishing design, with an emphasis on original and sustainable products. WantedDesign Manhattan is dedicated… Continue reading ICFF x WantedDesign Manhattan

Former Flagship Pays Homage to Fine Art

The Winter Show 2022 (in spring) of fine art and antiques is held this year at the former flagship location of Barney’s New York at 660 Madison Avenue. The 68th edition of the Show runs through April 10, 2022 featuring over 60 exhibitors across four floors of the sprawling building. Walking through the exhibition, the… Continue reading Former Flagship Pays Homage to Fine Art

Robert Rauschenberg: Channel Surfing

Channel Surfing exhibition at Pace Gallery in NYC, focuses on the Robert Rauschenberg’s response to the rise of global media culture from the early 1980s to the mid-2000s, and a return to painting after taking a break from art. His new works combine his canvases with elements of photography, printmaking, and sculpture exploring of the… Continue reading Robert Rauschenberg: Channel Surfing

Imani Bilal – Behind the Veil: Musings of Muraqaba

Atlanta based contemporary abstract artist Imani Bilal is deeply inspired by her Islamic faith. Bilal states, “I strive to convey the notion of Tawheed (oneness), the idea of primordial matter, chaos, and calm; of all things sharing a source and being connected to an infinite mound, inclusive of the human experience.” Chase Contemporary, NY Featured… Continue reading Imani Bilal – Behind the Veil: Musings of Muraqaba