Author: Jacki S. Knox

Green is the New Black might seem like a rather facetious title for a column that deals with how the art world is responding to our collective climate and environmental emergency. But I am also aware that after decades of globetrotting, private jet hopping and conspicuous consumption, the art world’s recent embrace of green issues, […]

Megan Fisher “Sulky Sentiments” at the Alvin Gittins Gallery (Photo by Megan Fisher | The Daily Utah Chronicle) From May 2 to May 13, the Alvin Gittins Gallery on the campus of the University of Utah organizes “sulky feelings», an exhibition by artist Christina Riccio for her master’s thesis in fine arts. Throughout the exhibition, […]

May 3 (Reuters) – Elon Musk said on Tuesday that Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) could charge “lightweight” fees to commercial and government users, part of the billionaire entrepreneur’s drive to boost his revenue which has lagged behind bigger rivals like Meta Platforms Inc. (FB.O) Facebook. “Twitter will still be free for casual users, but maybe a […]

When the economy is good and the art is attractive, the gallery business can be quite lucrative. Of course, there are ups and downs like any business venture, but with high prices and 50% commissions, a savvy gallery owner can reap reliable rewards over time. The way galleries repay this to their communities is by […]

Michael (Corinne) West (1908-1991), Untitled, circa 1960s, Charcoal and pastel on paper, 11 3/4 x 9 in (29.8 x 22.9 cm) Bold brands: the designs of Michael West On view from May 4 to 27, 2022 Opening: May 4, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. For the month of May, Hollis Taggart will occupy space on […]

“Honoring the traditions associated with holidays and special events is an important goal at Watercrest Santa Rosa Beach,” said the executive director. Kim Haddon. “Whether it’s sharing a classic dish, a colorful decoration, or a catchy tune, these events provide residents with helpful opportunities to connect and engage.” Watercrest Senior Living recognizes the importance of […]

April 24 (Reuters) – The first fully private team of astronauts sent to the International Space Station (ISS) prepared to leave the orbiting outpost on Sunday for a flight back to Earth, capping a science mission two-week run hailed as a milestone in the spaceflight business. The SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule carrying the four-man team […]

The work of gathering, planning and preparing for the 80th Whitney Biennale began in 2019, in the “times before”. Before the Covid-19 pandemic took hold and before the murder of George Floyd by a police officer on duty. And it comes back with a ground war in Europe playing out in the streets and on […]

DULUTH – A 100-plus-year-old building with a three-suite Scandinavian-style boutique hotel upstairs and a cobbler’s shop at street level, among the first places to get a facelift as the neighborhood transforms into craft district, is for sale in the heart of Lincoln Park. Couple Chelsy Whittington and Andy Matson bought the building at 1923 W. […]

Hearts vs Hibs – In Pictures 12:49, 16 APRIL 2022 Update13:48, 16 APRIL 2022 GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – APRIL 16: Referee John Beaton (R) shows Hibernian’s Joe Newell a red card during a Scottish Cup semi-final match between Hearts and Hibs at Hampden Park on April 16, 2022, in Glasgow , in Scotland. (Photo by Craig […]

Some of the art world’s leading galleries and museums, including David Zwirner, Hauser & Wirth and New York’s Guggenheim, have teamed up to preserve 200,000 acres of threatened rainforest in Peru. The sustainable collective Galleries Commit announced on Instagram Tuesday that the area, called Chuyapi-Urusayhua Regional Conservation, is now permanently protected through a matching fund […]

A new art gallery, the Laundromat, opens its doors in Kimberley. It will be led by Irma de Visser, who previously worked at Center 64. In the summer of 2021, she noted that Center 64 was booking monthly solo/group art exhibitions in the gallery until 2025. If a exhibition was cancelled, there was a waiting […]

Seeks another $500 million from India for fuel Government priority to ensure the supply of basic necessities Raise taxes and fuel prices within six months COLOMBO, April 9 (Reuters) – Sri Lanka will need around $3 billion in external aid over the next six months to restore supplies of essentials, including fuel and medicine, the […]

“Our tattoos are a permanent reminder that we belong to something bigger than ourselves.” Photo of Body language: Northwest cultural tattoo awakening exhibition at the Legacy Art Gallery. Photo by Jalen Codrington. “Our identity is our power.” The proverb resonated strongly with Dion Kazsas after reading an article about the resurgence of Maori culture in […]

Artists can obtain loans from Non-Profit Organizations. Some of these loans usually fund a project to its completion and are only repaid once it ends. The New York Foundation for the Arts, for example, will provide a ConsolidationNow loan of up to 80% of the project’s contracted amount. Art Loan: What is it? Art Loans […]

the International Printing Center – a gallery and non-profit organization brimming with visual art, lithographs and other prints – will move to a new 5,200 square foot outpost in Chelsea this summer, Commercial Observer has learned. The nonprofit will double its footprint when it moves two blocks south of 508 West 26th Street on six […]

While beaches, sunshine and murals have made St. Petersburg one of the country’s top destinations, the incredible beauty, culture and history continues inside as well. St. Pete’s incredible collection of museums is enough to fill a full week’s itinerary, and we’re here to guide you. This list is certainly not definitive, as the region is […]

Pixar turn red has been streaming on Disney+ for over a month now, delighting audiences with its relatable characters and pitch-perfect portrayal of Toronto. Director Domee Shi, already Oscar winner for her short film in 2018 Baodeservedly garnered a lot of attention for her historic role as the first woman to helm a Pixar feature […]

When Marianne Boesky decided to give Pier Paolo Calzolari his first New York exhibition in 25 years in 2012, she was determined to reintroduce the understated maestro of Arte Povera across the pond with a grand presentation. . So much so that Boesky called on Pace Gallery’s Marc Glimcher to punch holes in the walls […]

Companies looking to establish their operations in a key Dublin city center location while meeting their environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives may be interested in the opportunity offered by the Trinity Point offices. Situated in a prime position at 10/11 South Leinster Street, the property in question is one of the few third generation […]

It turns out that it was media mogul Patrick Whitesell, as has been widely rumored, who last year paid $42.9 million for a massive and particularly lavish Los Angeles home. Set behind gates and an exceptionally long driveway on one of Holmby Hills’ most prestigious streets, the custom Tuscan-style villa had been listed at nearly […]

After leaving Trinidad for the UK in 1950, McNish achieved international recognition for her innovative and brilliantly colored textiles. His first museum survey, at the William Morris Gallery in London (April 2 to June 26), considers the artist’s legacy both as a commercial designer and as a key player in the Caribbean art movement of […]

Seven retailers, including a new restaurant concept from Seoul Food Meat Company called Bit By Seoul, clothing stores and the luxury real estate company’s regional headquarters will open by summer at Morrison in Charlotte’s SouthPark. Commercial foundry Several new retailers, including a restaurant, clothing stores and the regional headquarters of a real estate company, will […]

GUANGZHOU, China, March 21 (Reuters) – A China Eastern Airlines Boeing 737-800 (600115.SS) with 132 people on board crashed in the mountains of southern China on Monday after a sudden drop in altitude cruise around the time it normally begins to descend before landing. Media said there were no signs of survivors on the domestic […]