Rhein II, one in a series of six photographs by German artist, Andras Gursky sold for a staggering $4.3 million at Christie's, New York this week. Though not particularly 'pretty' the picture, depicting a river cutting through a landscape, is interesting. I guess I would describe it as a compositional study of line, space and colour with strong melancholic overtones. While it hovers between … [Read more...]
Artist's sketches give us great insight into their creative practice and often reveal clues in interpreting their larger works. In this case, they can also provide us with a good laugh. Currently showing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Infinite Jest Caricature and Satire from Leonardo to Levine "explores caricature and satire in its many forms from the Italian Renaissance to … [Read more...]
The First Thanksgiving painted in 1915, by Jean Louis Gerome Ferris (American painter, 1863-1930 and brother of Hudson River School painter, Thomas Moran) is one of the most popular images of the holiday. Naturally, it is quite an idealised depiction of the actual event. Widely accepted inaccuracies include the Pilgrims costumes as well as the Wampanoag Indians - the feathers are a bit of an … [Read more...]
The search for great Mexican food in London is over. Wahaca, a chain of market-style Mexican eateries, seems to popping up all over the city. Service is friendly, atmosphere is … [Read More...]
My anniversary lunch at the Skylon restaurant, located on the third floor of London's Royal Festival Hall on the Southbank, proved to be as elegant and delicious as … [Read More...]
John D'Agostino: Empire of Glass This month ArtSmacked is showcasing the work of New York-based artist John D'Agostino. The online show features a selection of works from his ongoing Empire of Glass project followed by the artist’s … [Go to Gallery...]
The Museum of Modern Art, NYC (MoMA) is celebrating the year 1913, a momentous year for modern art. To commemorate the centennial the museum will be featuring a series of videos highlighting important 1913 works from their collection alongside … [Watch Video...]
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