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Gerhard Richter Painting focuses on technique and studio of one of the most important painters of our age, Gerhard Richter. From thick brushes to vibrant colors applied to canvas, this documentary screens special recordings from Richter’s studio, enabling us to see his works from a different point of view. Through archival materials and intimate conversations […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
Charles and Ray Eames were one of the most important designers of America. Throughout their lives, the architect and designer Charles Eames and his wife, artist Ray Eames left their trace on modern architecture, art and furniture. This wonderful documentary tells the story of the couple through archivals materials and interviews made with their close […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
Based on an interview made with the artist by director Tamra Davis 20 years ago, this documentary tells the story of the rise and fall of Jean-Michel Basquiat. ‘Wonder Boy’ Basquiat was an icon during his short 27 years life, having an almost rock star status in lower east side of Manhattan. Through interviews made […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
After the death of its founder, art collector C. Barnes in 1951, the future of the Barnes Foundation which was founded in 1922 in Pennyslvania, became uncertain. According to Barnes’ will, the collection should be kept and preserved in its original house in Pennyslvania and used for educative purposes. ‘The Art of the Steal’ tells […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
‘Herb and Dorothy’ tells the real life story of two extraordinary art collectors. In the early 1960s, Herb and Dorothy Vogel, a postal worker and librarian began purchasing works of unknown artists. While chosing, they had two rules: the work had to be affordable, and it had to be small enough to fit in their […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
Paul H-O, an extrovert, was invited to an introvert Cindy Sherman’s studio for special interiew series. As interviews progressed, a romantic relationship flourished between them. ‘Guest’ focuses on Paul H-O and Sherman’s romantic relationship that started with an invitation and ended because of Paul’s alineation from openings, art scene and events. This joyful documentary not […]
02
Oct
2017
Oct
2017
Directed by Morgan Neville and narrated by Jeff Bridges, ‘The Cool School’ tells the story of emergence and rise of Los Angeles art scene and things earned and lost in the process. The documentary focuses on seminal Ferus Gallery, which hosted exhibitions of a small group of Los Angeles based artists initiating a new art […]
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Sep
2017
Sep
2017
Yayoi Kusama Museum with infinity rooms, dot-covered interiors and giant installations Japanese Avant-Grade artist Yayoi Kusama, who draws art-loving crowds with her colours, dots and lines opened her own museum, Yayoi Kusama Museum, in Tokyo. Yayoi Kusama, one of the world-renowned Japanese artists, commissioned a mysterious building in Shinjuku region of Tokyo years ago. Built […]
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Sep
2017
Sep
2017
We have just left the Contemporary İstanbul art fair behind, and London will be our capital of contemporary art in October thanks to Frieze-mania, followed by Miami in December with Art Basel and other alternative, satellite fairs. In recent years, collectors and art enthusiasts from Turkey have been regularly visiting the most important global art […]
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Sep
2017
Sep
2017
The newest member of the Art50.net family and a cinema professional, the artist Kerem Topuz focuses on contemporary consumerism and popular imagery. We deeply enjoyed our conversation with Topuz on subjects ranging from Pop Art to Capitalist Critique.