Archaeologists have recently uncovered fragments of coloured frescoes and what they believe is 'ancient graffiti' at Rome's 2,000-year-old Colosseum. The paintings were discovered by archaeologists in a corridor, currently off view to the public, whilst tending to a much needed restoration of the second and third floor of the amphitheatre. Director, Rossella Rea described the red, blue and … [Read more...]
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 curators’ commentary. Throughout the year, videos will be available on MoMA's blog and website. Check out the first video in the series right here on … [Read more...]
Happy New Year from ArtSmacked! It's time to mark your calendars for the unmissable art shows of 2013! 1. Matisse: In Search of True Painting, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York until 17 March. If you didn't catch it in December this exhibition has been receiving rave reviews. (See NY Times review here) 2. Lichtenstein: A Retrospective, Tate Modern, London from 21 February to 27 May … [Read more...]
By the early 20th century, George Bellows (1882–1925) was regarded as one of America's greatest living artists. Though, one of the later members of the Ashcan School, his reputation overshadowed the group. Nevertheless, he is responsible for coining their name; a direct result of his 1915 drawing, Disappointment of the Ash Can which depicts three vagabonds inspecting an ash can full of what we … [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 promised. The classically modern decor is both comfortable and welcoming but the real star of the show is the sweeping riverside view of the Thames. Taking full advantage, we settled into a table by the window and indulged with an … [Read more...]
Considered the father of modern photojournalism, French photographer, Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908 - 2004) was a major figure in defining modern photography in the early 1930s. Throughout his career he travelled the world capturing life on the move and history in the making which he termed “the decisive moment”. He co-founded the now prestigious Magnum Photos and remains a major influence … [Read more...]
ArtSmacked congratulates President Barack Obama for winning a second term in office. The news of Obama's re-election not only fills me with great pride but it's also a huge relief. With Romney out of the way and Obama remaining at the helm women's rights are no longer at risk; Big Bird is safe; students, gays, elderly and the poor are not in jeopardy, the economy will continue to improve; and no … [Read more...]
Jeff Koons' sculpture Tulips (1995-2004), currently installed in a black pool outside Christie’s New York in Rockefeller Center is about to go up for auction. Staggeringly, it's expected to fetch between $20 and $30 million smackers! The sculpture consists of seven multicoloured tulips comprised of mirrored stainless steel which are part of an edition of five in Koons' “Celebration” … [Read more...]
Unfortunately, it's not the best time to be in New York at the moment. My heart goes out to the people affected by hurricane Sandy, my friends and family who are displaced and still struggling with no power, heat and water. For those looking for an escape, Greg Crewdson's film, Brief Encounters, a documentary of the phenomenal photographer's creative process by filmmaker Ben Shapiro, is … [Read more...]
Not only is it Halloween but it's also AS Editor, SC Tanner's 40th Birthday, which makes this holiday extraordinarily Scary! Even worse, she's nearly 7 months pregnant so there's no getting drunk to ease into it! In spite of this predicament, there's a ton of spooky activities throughout the city to take one's mind off ageing... Woman in Black Now in its 23rd year, this spine chilling play at … [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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