Originally published in 2011, Iain Robertson’s New Art, New Markets focuses on contemporary art markets. It draws attention to three types of emerging markets for contemporary art: the very recently established, the maturing and the mature. In this revised second edition published in 2018, Robertson incorporates new geographies into his analysis; South America, South Africa […]
When you first lay eyes on Glenstone, the private art museum located in a vast green landscape outside of Washington, you’re likely to wonder how a place so magical could have remained so out of the radar. This museum is like its founders, it is outside of the media’s reach, it is humble, calm and […]
Mr. Turner explores the life of British painter J.M.W Turner who is one of the pioneers of Romanticism and nature and landscape painting. Set in the last 25 years of Turner, the film tells the story of the painter’s journeys, artistic practice, social environment and love life. Through an exploration of Turner’s relationships with his […]
ARTnews released the latest edition of its Top 200 collectors list recently. The annual list is updated in light of the sales, auctions and acquitions that take place in the art sector for over a year. This is exacly why the prestigious list is important; while introducing to the public the most important collectors from […]
The city of Arles of Southern France is well known for Vincent Van Gogh who lived there between 1888 and 1889, during which he produced many paintings and drawings of the city. This beautiful French city has a new city icon, a contemporary art campus named LUMA Arles. With its Frank-Gehry designed tower that rises […]
Big Eyes is biographical drama about Margaret Keane who left her trace into the 1950s with her drawings and paintings with big eyes. It tells the story of a woman’s self-discovery and release from patriarchial hegemony. Based on a true story, the movie focuses on the relationship between Margaret and her husband, Walter Keane, who […]
Forget all the things you know about museums. Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) is unlike any other museum you have been before, it breaks all written and verbal narratives, expectations and boundaries. Located on the Tasmania island of southeast Australia, Mona is an ‘’anti-museum’’, a place for discovery and wonder. With its 6.000 […]
Although Jean Michel-Basquiat passed away at an early age of 27, his art and legacy are becoming more valuable every day. Just like his life, art and personality, all of which make him the most iconic persona of the 1980s. ‘’Boom for Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat’’ is set in the 1970s. […]
South Africa is not only the rising star of contemporary art but also home for many gems. With its artist residency program, exhibitions and events, the NIROX Foundation stands out as one of those gems, which provides a unique experience for those looking for a close bond between art and nature. Located within The Cradle […]
Firstly published in 1937, this evocative book tells the fascinating story of self portraiture in art history. As a Phaidon Classic, the book presents 500 of the world’s greatest and most iconic self portraits, arranged in a simple chronological sequence from ancient times to the late 20th century. It sheds light on artists’ urge to […]