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32 articles, 2016-07-19 18:00 1 Alexis Silk, 2016 Spotlight Artist Alexis Silk is breaking exciting ground with dramatic new works in blown glass and metal that are at once timeless and thought (0.02/1) provoking. Emerging from the intersection of the artist's fascination with the human figure, passion for her molten medium, and desire for conceptual expression,... 2016-07-19 18:00 2KB artexponewyork.com 2 DAY 3 AT ARTEXPO: CROWDS CONVERGE ON PIER 94 Saturday at Artexpo marked the show's busiest day yet, drawing (0.01/1) thousands of attendees eager for artistic invigoration to the halls of Pier 94. Boasting booth after booth of extraordinary paintings, sculpture, glassworks, and photography, the 38th annual Artexpo New York offered something for... 2016-07-19 18:00 1KB artexponewyork.com 3 For the Diary: Manit Sriwanichpoom Solo Show at Yavuz Gallery, Singapore Thai photographer and video artist Manit Sriwanichpoom’s solo exhibition “Fear” will be showcased at Singapore’s Yavuz Gallery (0.01/1) from July 30 through September 20, 2016. 2016-07-19 06:36 1KB www.blouinartinfo.com 4 AENY 2016 Recap: Highlights from an Incredible Year That's a wrap! Artexpo New York has taken the fine-art scene by storm yet again, and we've got the sales, stories, and gorgeous collection of photos and videos to prove it. We'd like to extend a huge thank you to everyone... 2016-07-19 18:00 2KB artexponewyork.com 5 From Startup to Industry Star: Litsa Spanos, President and Owner of Art Design Consultants Founded in 1992, ADC, Art Design Consultants, Inc. has grown from a one-woman operation started in a 500-square-foot basement to a successful multi-team-member venture running in a gorgeous gallery space with stunning views. The woman who made it all happen... 2016-07-19 18:00 4KB artexponewyork.com 6 AENY 2016 – Art Talks & Seminars Planning your trip to the show? Be sure to attend one of our Art Talks or Seminars! Here are some highlights from our Education Schedule. For the full schedule click here. THURSDAY, April 14th 1pm-2pm | A Cautionary Tale: Protecting Your Artwork... 2016-07-19 18:00 3KB artexponewyork.com

7 catuçaba farm by studio MK27 rests lightly on the landscape built at an altitude of 1,500 meters, 'catuçaba farm' by studio MK27 seeks to embrace the dwelling’s rural setting, developing a strong relationship between architecture and the natural environment. 2016-07-19 13:24 3KB www.designboom.com 8 mercedes set wheels of driving in motion in the future bus the design enhances the attractiveness of the city bus as a means of transport. this above all applies to passengers, but also to drivers and bus operators. 2016-07-19 12:50 5KB www.designboom.com 9 tropical space designs terracotta studio in vietnam using bricks in a planned pattern to encourage ventilation and views, this simple yet effective construction by tropical space is made for a local artist. 2016-07-19 12:20 2KB www.designboom.com 10 SDM architects restores a steel barge in india, into a floating restaurant SDM architects have renovated a simple floating steel barge into a luxury restaurant and bar in goa, india. 2016-07-19 11:16 1KB www.designboom.com 11 ALICE collaboratively builds balloon-frame timber 'house' in lausanne on the EPFL campus, ALICE has realized 'house 1', a 11m x 11m x 11m balloon-frame timber construction which bears a ‘genetic code’ for future developments. 2016-07-19 10:30 2KB www.designboom.com 12 Prada Taps 27 Models for Fall Ads The cast includes Freja Beha Erichsen, Milla Jovovich, Sasha Pivovarova and Stella Tennant. 2016-07-19 10:29 931Bytes wwd.com 13 Rochas Renews Contract With Alessandro Dell’Acqua The creative director was first signed on to design the French fashion house’s women’s wear in 2013. 2016-07-19 10:27 1KB wwd.com 14 unfurled house by christopher polly architect in sydney a lightweight volume expands outwards from a formal front, providing a split-level space that strengthens visual and physical connections to the setting. 2016-07-19 08:45 2KB www.designboom.com

15 Billy Name, Andy Warhol’s One-Time Lover and Factory Photographer, Dies at 76 Billy Name, Andy Warhol’s former lover and the Factory’s in-house photographer in the 1960s, passed away yesterday at age 76. 2016-07-19 07:22 3KB news.artnet.com 16 Tattoo Exhibition at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago The Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago will showcase an exhibition of tattoos from October 21, 2016 through April 30, 2017. 2016-07-19 07:21 1KB www.blouinartinfo.com 17 Berlin’s KW Institute for Contemporary Art Announces New Artistic Team Berlin's KW Institute for Contemporary Art has announced its new artistic team following the appointment of director Krist Gruijthuijsen. 2016-07-19 06:34 2KB news.artnet.com 18 hula paints semi-submerged floating females in undisclosed locales at sea hula continues his paddleboard sojourn in search of spaces that lend themselves to the emotional and physical states of his highly expressive subjects. 2016-07-19 06:15 2KB www.designboom.com 19 David Bowie’s 1970s Peak in Pictures at Eduard Planting Gallery From "Hunky Dory" to "Heroes," Gijsbert Hanekroot photographed Bowie's best period. 2016-07-19 06:13 2KB www.blouinartinfo.com 20 At the RNC in Cleveland, LigoranoReese Offers Melting Art for a Dissolving Nation Read THE DAILY PIC on an ice sculpture by LigoranoReese that captures the true state of the nation. 2016-07-19 06:00 1KB news.artnet.com 21 sounds absorbing room partitions referencing modernist architecture, the 'buzziblinds' add rhythm and tonalities created by the orientation of the V-cut blinds resulting in dynamic and rich spaces. 2016-07-19 04:05 3KB www.designboom.com 22 Opening Ceremony Sporty Pop Up at the Brooklyn Museum It’s a sports-themed pop-up to complement a sports photographry exhibition. 2016-07-19 04:01 1KB wwd.com

23 Anine Bing Launches Boutique at Harvey Nichols Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid favourite, Anine Bing has opened a boutique on the fifth floor of Harvey Nichols London. 2016-07-19 04:01 2KB wwd.com 24 Nayia Yiakoumaki Appointed Athens Biennale’s New Director of Research The curator Nayia Yiakoumaki has joined the Athens Biennale team in the role of director of research and international networks. 2016-07-19 04:00 2KB news.artnet.com 25 Kiev Calls For Boycott of Russian Museums Exhibiting Crimean Art Ukraine's culture ministry calls for a boycott of Russian museums as Moscow’s State Tretyakov Gallery exhibits art from Crimean collections. 2016-07-19 03:53 2KB news.artnet.com 26 Artists Alan Kwan and Kenny Wong at Pearl Lam Galleries Hong Kong SOHO Hong Kong artists Alan Kwan and Kenny Wong come together for an exhibition at Pearl Lam Galleries’ Hong Kong SOHO location from July 22 through September 15. 2016-07-19 03:21 1KB www.blouinartinfo.com 27 Jeff Koons Lays Off Over a Dozen Staffers In Response to Unionization Efforts Did Jeff Koons lay off assistants in retaliation for their unionization efforts? It seems anyone who was hired after June 1 was let go. 2016-07-19 03:03 2KB news.artnet.com 28 applesauna by noa* emerges from the valley landscape in italy the applesauna by noa* is directly influenced by its apple-tree landscape, providing visitors with a serene and relaxing wellness experience. 2016-07-19 02:15 2KB www.designboom.com 29 Melania Trump Wears Roksanda at Republican National Convention Donald Trump’s wife gave a speech on the opening day of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. 2016-07-19 02:14 2KB wwd.com 30 Marcus Harvey Imagines Margaret Thatcher as a Mermaid at Jerwood Gallery Controversial artist Marcus Harvey explores what it means to be British in 2016 in a new exhibition. 2016-07-19 01:08 2KB www.blouinartinfo.com

31 5 Works That Skyrocketed Samson Young’s Art Career BLOUIN ARTINFO looks back on Samson Young’s art journey and lists his most popular works that have shaped his success. 2016-07-18 20:44 4KB www.blouinartinfo.com 32 Frank Gehry’s Whimsical Fish Lamps at Gagosian Gallery Rome “Frank Gehry: Fish Lamps” at Gagosian Gallery in Rome is an exhibition of the renowned architect’s playful and dynamic light sculptures. 2016-07-18 20:30 2KB www.blouinartinfo.com Articles

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1 Alexis Silk, 2016 Spotlight Artist (0.02/1) Alexis Silk is breaking exciting ground with dramatic new works in blown glass and metal that are at once timeless and thought provoking. Emerging from the intersection of the artist’s fascination with the human figure, passion for her molten medium, and desire for conceptual expression, the work exhibits surprising maturity and depth. Technically, Silk is pushing the boundaries of what is possible, sculpting her glass figures entirely freehand while the glass is hot on the end of a blowpipe or punty rod. Her largest figures are close to half her body weight and take a team of six assistants to handle the glass while she is sculpting it. While making intrinsically beautiful objects, Silk explores issues of human nature, society, and the relationship of humans, nature, and industry. Her hanging figures are an eloquent exploration of objectification of the body. Since receiving her BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2005, Silk has continued to study with glass masters such as Pino Signoretto, Richard Royal, and Boyd Sugiki. She has been working full time as an artist since 2006. Today she has work in museums, galleries, private collections, and fine art shows around the world. A much-anticipated programming element of Redwood Media Group’s other art shows, the Spotlight Artist Program is being featured for the very first time at Artexpo New York in 2016 and will continue to be a highlight at the show in future years. Alexis Silk is one of four esteemed artists selected for this year’s Spotlight Artist Program. 2016-07-19 18:00 lmullikin

2 DAY 3 AT ARTEXPO: CROWDS CONVERGE ON PIER 94 (0.01/1) Saturday at Artexpo marked the show’s busiest day yet, drawing thousands of attendees eager for artistic invigoration to the halls of Pier 94. Boasting booth after booth of extraordinary paintings, sculpture, glassworks, and photography, the 38th annual Artexpo New York offered something for everyone. Visitors to the show were captivated by live demonstrations from artists hailing from around the globe, and enjoyed Art Talks such as “The Journey of a Working Artist” by Crista Cloutier, “Six Spheres of Success” by Michael Joseph, “Stewardship: Insuring the Legacy” by Jeannie Stanca, and a discussion with three successful artists—Tristina Dietz Elmes, Julia Carter, and Jeanne Bessette—about their respective careers. Showgoers will get one last chance today until 6 p.m. to peruse the fine art displayed at this world-renowned show. Here’s the lineup of events scheduled for Sunday. Not in New York? No worries—you’ll get an inside look at what it’s like to be at the show with our exclusive videos. Check them out here! Last but not least, make sure to check out Artexpo New York on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for fun tidbits throughout the show and leading up to next year. And check back soon for a full show roundup, including top sales, a full list of award winners, and more! 2016-07-19 18:00 lmullikin

3 For the Diary: Manit Sriwanichpoom Solo Show at Yavuz Gallery, Singapore (0.01/1) Thai photographer and video artist Manit Sriwanichpoom’s solo exhibition “Fear” will be showcased at Singapore’s Yavuz Gallery from July 30 through September 20, 2016. The exhibition will look at the current socio-political scenario in Singapore, and how the common people are at the receiving end of this turmoil. The exhibition marks the culmination of years of research, beginning from the last general elections in 2011 and ending at the solar eclipse of March 2016. Sriwanichpoom’s work is a reflection of his growing sense of dread and terror at the prevalent political and social crises in Singapore. The exhibition comprises 10 series of photographs and two videos by the artist. These depict the conflict and disorder that the country has been undergoing, from martial law to multiple leaderships and numerous riots and protests. Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek of the exhibition. 2016-07-19 06:36 Atrayee Sengupta

4 AENY 2016 Recap: Highlights from an Incredible Year That’s a wrap! Artexpo New York has taken the fine-art scene by storm yet again, and we’ve got the sales, stories, and gorgeous collection of photos and videos to prove it. We’d like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who played a part, from our extraordinary exhibitors and generous sponsors to our ever-eager attendees. Read on to find out more about 2016’s show—we’re proud to say it was another phenomenal one! Moments to Remember Throughout the four-day weekend, attendees enjoyed a number of exciting events, from the VIP Opening Night Preview Party featuring the unveiling of this year’s Poster Challenge winner to inspiring Art Talks, Meet the Artist sessions, and more. Famed dance photographer Jordan Matter wowed us all with his live photo shoots, and painters from around the world gave us a peek at their creative process during live art demonstrations. On Friday, author and industry leader Pamela N. Danziger gave the Keynote Presentation to a rapt audience of exhibitors and trade attendees. 2016 Artexpo Award Winners Over a dozen artists and galleries were given special recognition during Artexpo this year for their work that went above and beyond. Here’s a full list of 2016 award recipients: Top Sales & Success Stories Here’s a sampling of some of our exhibitors’ top sales and feedback for the event. See more testimonials here ! Media Buzz Artexpo New York garnered tons of attention in media outlets in New York and beyond, with coverage including a shout-out in PAPER magazine, which dubbed our show as a “must-see,” a segment on CBS New York , and many others. We also reached tens of thousands of fans via social media, offering followers around the world up-to-the-minute event tidbits and photos on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram. Thanks to everyone liking and following us on our social media channels—we love keeping you engaged! Exhibit in 2017 Inspired by this year’s event to give exhibiting a shot yourself, or want to return to Artexpo after having a successful show this year? Apply for 2017 here , or contact our helpful sales team —they’ll be happy to help you. 2016-07-19 18:00 sdalton

5 From Startup to Industry Star: Litsa Spanos, President and Owner of Art Design Consultants Founded in 1992, ADC, Art Design Consultants, Inc. has grown from a one-woman operation started in a 500- square-foot basement to a successful multi-team- member venture running in a gorgeous gallery space with stunning views. The woman who made it all happen? Litsa Spanos. In the last 24 years, Spanos has not only built ADC to be the booming business that it is today, helping clients select the perfect artwork for their corporate or residential spaces, but she has also received several honors along the way, including the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce & WE Celebrate’s “Woman-Owned Business of the Year” award in 2013. The accolades couldn’t go to a more deserving person— Litsa gives back as much as she receives, supporting numerous regional non-profit organizations and causes in addition to nurturing her clientele, ADC team, and family. Always with her finger on the pulse of what’s next in the art market, Litsa provides a valuable perspective for trade buyers and artists alike. We got to talk with her about her path to success as well as her tips for those rising in the industry: What have been some of the challenges in your career, as well as some of the highlights? The challenges are similar to what all small businesses face—finding new clients or talent and then bringing everyone together in an impactful way. Highlights of my career include being named “Woman-Owned Business of the Year”; publishing a beautiful art-filled book (Blink Art Resource); landing incredible new corporate, healthcare, and residential projects; and being able to work with creative and talented people every day. Any pleasant surprises or memorable experiences on your path to success that you’d like to share? A pleasant surprise was finding our incredible location in downtown Cincinnati during the recession. It’s a light-filled, 10,000-square-foot gallery with sweeping views of the city. It beautifully showcases all types of art, from paintings and sculpture to photography and mixed media. Our clients never want to leave, and we are all inspired every day! What do you think are the most essential qualities one must have to succeed in the art world? Perseverance, the willingness to take risks, honesty, and ethics. What do you see coming up in the art market, trendwise? Many of our clients want something different, unusual, and unexpected. Artists need to think outside the box and create works that no one else has. Whether it’s a new way to print photographs or painting on unusual surfaces, think fresh, new, and exciting. Starting a conversation and creating an interesting dialogue between the buyer and seller is what makes sales happen! ADC has several exciting things coming up this year, starting with the launch of the 2016 Blink Art Resource at Artexpo New York. This stunning, image-rich guide for designers, galleries, and consultants features work from hundreds of exceptional artists in a wide variety of mediums for sourcing work with ease and efficiency. Ask Litsa about it at while you’re at the show, or check out the details at blinkartresource.com. In addition, ADC will be hosting the Artist Success Summit this June 3–4, an inspiring two- day conference and networking event that equips artists with everything they need to succeed in today’s competitive art market. For more on the Summit, visit http://adcfineart.com/success-summit-2. ADC also proudly sponsors Art Comes Alive (ACA), an annual fine art contest and exhibit that awards over $250,000 to the brightest and best artists working in North America. For more information, visit adcfineart.com/selling-artists-works. 2016-07-19 18:00 lmullikin

6 AENY 2016 – Art Talks & Seminars Planning your trip to the show? Be sure to attend one of our Art Talks or Seminars! Here are some highlights from our Education Schedule. For the full schedule click here. Award-winning photographer Doug Menuez will share his cautionary tale about taking a personal project and making it into a lasting legacy through print and exhibitions. Joining the conversation will be fine art photographer and gallery owner Michael Joseph of Artblend. In this talk, Cory Huff of The Abundant Artist will explain the difference between the ways that artists think art is sold and how artists who make a living from their work actually do it. Speaker, author, and market researcher Pamela N. Danziger is internationally recognized for her expertise on the world’s most influential consumers: affluent Americans. Join Jennifer Townsend from Larson-Juhl as she reviews the essential design elements for creating memorable rooms. As home building trends have evolved over the past few decades, home furnishings and design have kept pace. Custom frames have also adapted to relate to those changes. In just five key questions, we’ll uncover the strategies and secrets behind the successful careers of three fine art photographers. Generate sales, increase awareness, and brand your business as the premier destination for art and framing. Litsa Spanos, President of Art Design Consultants (ADC), will share creative marketing ideas that can take your art gallery to the next level. Crista Cloutier explores the journey of the artist, how one finds a voice, develops it, and uses it to create a professional career as a working artist. Cloutier uses her own background as an arts dealer, curator, publisher, writer, and artist to illustrate her message of the importance of practice, authenticity, and the coupling of tenacity with audacity. In just five key questions, we’ll uncover the strategies and secrets behind the successful careers of three artists. The “Six Spheres of Success” is a fact-proven concept in attracting art buyers and each of the elements that makes up a successful art career. The strategic plan is designed to help artist build a brand, nurture a long sustaining career, add value, and increase art sales. Get the scoop from an expert on what is needed in today’s world to protect your artwork collection. What is personal property? What is stewardship? And what is needed to protect your art investment? Stanca will answer all those questions in this informative seminar. Learn the data backup strategies, tools, and copyright protections necessary to ensure that your artwork is protected and available decades from now. In just five key questions, we’ll uncover the strategies and secrets behind the successful careers of five artists. To license or not to license—that is the question. How do you decide if licensing is right for you? In this seminar, we’ll cover where to begin in today’s fast-paced licensing world. Art is important; it challenges the status quo and leads to innovation and change. Crista Cloutier of The Working Artist encourages artists to claim their rightful role as leaders. 2016-07-19 18:00 lmullikin

7 catuçaba farm by studio MK27 rests lightly on the landscape catuçaba farm by studio MK27 rests lightly on the brazilian landscape studio MK27 has completed a horizontally articulated timber residence in brazil that rests lightly on the undulating landscape. built at an altitude of 1,500 meters (4,920 feet), ‘catuçaba farm’ seeks to embrace the dwelling’s rural setting, developing a strong relationship between architecture and the natural environment. the brief called for an energy efficient home that didn’t compromise on comfort or amenities. the linear design appears to hover above the terrain all images by fernando guerra conceived by marcio kogan and lair reis of studio MK27, the prefabricated property has been constructed using forest stewardship council (FSC) approved timber. supported by pillars, the design appears to hover above the terrain. entry is provided at the rear of the home where a covered patio connects two linear terraces which run along the north and southern edges of the building. the northern terrace casts sweeping views out across the valley below the northern terrace adjoins the house’s primary façade, casting sweeping views out across the valley below. here, the decking is again made from certified wood, while internal flooring comprises clay bricks made from local soil. living accommodation is housed within the western portion of the plan, with three bedrooms and an office contained at the opposite end of the home. the property is built at an altitude of 1,500 meters the insulated timber structure includes frames with double windows, which both promote natural ventilation and guarantee thermal comfort. fresh air also enters via the roof plane — a wooden platform topped with photovoltaic panels. at one end of the site, a giant boulder rests on the hillside above the dwelling. ‘in the vast landscape, the house creates a link between that which is built and that which is natural,’ explains the design team. the scheme is embedded into the landscape at one end of the site, a giant boulder rests on the hillside above the house the residence is immersed in the rolling countryside primary living accommodation is provided within the western portion of the plan fresh air enters via the roof plane — a wooden platform topped with photovoltaic panels contractor: eight pharcon mep: natural works landscape design: estelle dugachard structure and wood frame: carpinteria/alan dias window/door frames: mado main suppliers: amata florestal (wood); bellas artes (stones); trisoft and celutrans (thermo-acoustic insulation); windeo (solar panels, solar collectors and wind turbine); plancus (wooden panels, doors and furniture); weltevree (stove); victorello (wood burning stove); lumini (lamps); william holland (copper sinks and bathtubs); solum (mineral paint); upm capital (eucalyptus wooden slats) 2016-07-19 13:24 Philip Stevens

8 mercedes set wheels of driving in motion in the future bus mercedes-benz puts wheels of future public transportation in motion with self-driving city bus megacities, traffic gridlock, environmental problems – the hot topics are the same on every continent. under these circumstances, people’s need for mobility to attend work and school and take recreation, cannot be met by private transport alone. a range of buses, especially when used as a complete, individually coordinated transport system for urban environments is a major solution. what urban public transport could look like in the future is shown by daimler’s semi-automated city bus with ‘citypilot’ – it operates even more safely, efficiently and comfortably than conventional buses. connectivity, plus camera and radar systems with data fusion, are catapulting the city bus into the future. mercedes-benz is showing this technology on their ‘future bus with citypilot’ platform. together they set a milestone, both in the history of the bus and on the way to autonomous and accident-free driving. daimler is the leading manufacturer of vehicles with automated driving functions. with the ‘future bus, daimler is now presenting its very specific idea of a city bus of tomorrow. the ‘future bus with citypilot’ further enhances the attractiveness of the city bus as a means of transport. this above all applies to passengers, but also to drivers and bus operators. all three groups benefit from a revolutionary design and innovative technology. the bus becomes one with its environment, both in terms of its exterior and interior design and of the technology employed as it moves along its dedicated line and communicates with its surroundings. one of the many cameras that continually scan the road and surroundings the technology of the ‘citypilot’ in the bus is able to recognise traffic lights, communicate with them and safely negotiate junctions controlled by them. it can also recognize obstacles, especially pedestrians on the road, and brake autonomously. it approaches bus stops automatically, where it opens and closes its doors. just under a dozen cameras scan the road and surroundings, while long and short-range radar systems constantly monitor the route ahead. there is also a GPS system. thanks to data fusion, all the data received create an extremely precise picture and allow the bus to be positioned to within centimetres. this already works in practice, as demonstrated by the world premiere of the ‘citypilot’ on an route covering almost 20 km, with a number of tight bends, tunnels, numerous bus stops and involving high speeds for a city bus. when the bus recognizes obstacles it autonomously applies the brakes this semi-automated city bus improves safety, as it relieves its driver’s workload and nothing remains hidden from its cameras and radar systems. it enhances efficiency, as its smooth, predictive driving style saves wear and tear while lowering fuel consumption and emissions. with its even rate of travel it also improves the comfort of its passengers. the form of the mercedes-benz ‘future bus’ is based on the popular ‘citaro’ but it is a completely new departure in terms of exterior and interior design. its harmonious lines and asymmetrical contours take their lead from city architecture. the interior has a clean design with a balanced relationship between straight lines and curves the open-plan design of the interior takes its lead from city squares and parks. the passenger compartment is divided into three zones for different lengths of stay. designer seats are loosely arranged along the walls in each zone. grab rails reflect the park-like theme by branching upwards like trees towards the two-tone ceiling. the ceiling lighting resembles a leaf canopy. operators are able to relay information and entertainment via large monitors in the middle segment of the passenger compartment. the completely newly designed cockpit is an integral part of the interior space. the driver receives the information that they require from a large screen with an innovative display. the open-plan design draws its influence from city squares and parks the future of the city bus has begun — it is ideally suitable for bus rapid transit systems, with which it could be possible to resolve worldwide traffic problems in densely populated areas and metropolitan regions. it operates highly efficiently, significantly improves the level of safety and relieves driver workload. ‘city bus of the future’ unveiled by dr. wolfgang bernhard, daimler AG trucks + buses video courtesy of mercedes-benz 2016-07-19 12:50 Martin Hislop

9 tropical space designs terracotta studio in vietnam tropical space constructs pottery workshop using brick and bamboo in rural vietnam located in the rural vietnamese province of quang nam, tropical studio has established a distinctive studio space for local sculptor and artist le duc ha. visualized as 7 x 7 meter high cube constructed completely from bricks, the architecture of the structure capitalizes on traditional craft and techniques to fully immerse the terracotta workshop with its surrounding landscape, breeze and spirit of the local champa culture. tropical studio conceived the exterior later of the space completely from solid clay brick – reminiscent of a vietnamese furnace – and laid the formation of the bricks in a particular grid pattern to encourage ventilation. in addition, the interior is defined by a three-floor bamboo scaffolding system which sits on a mezzanine level. this inner perimeter serves as a walkway-cum-display area for the artist’s work. at the studio’s core, the artist’s turntable is placed at the ground level and highlighted with a circular void cut out from the mezzanine level above. this allows for visitors and people to observe. meanwhile at night, the distinctive perforations from the brick walls produce a warm glow from the light within and ultimately, it has evolved into a place for people to meet and cultivate a shared interest in terracotta and art of clay. the artist’s turntable is placed directly underneath the void the frame sits on the inner perimeter of the studio and provides access to the different levels surrounding the studio is a bamboo frame scaffold used for drying terra cotta products the terracotta studio by tropical space is located next to thu bon river, dien ban district 2016-07-19 12:20 Natasha Kwok

10 SDM architects restores a steel barge in india, into a floating restaurant SDM architects have renovated a simple floating steel barge into a luxury restaurant and bar. the firm drew upon their experience in steel construction work, by implementing their knowledge from past architectural projects into the form of a floating vessel. the project used wood from large dismantled ships in india to restore the 4,000 sq ft deck and 2,500 sq ft top floor. the boat was originally used in mumbai, india, and has now been transferred to the western state of goa, along the arabian sea. the barge allows the customer to stand just a little above the surface of the water SDM architects divided the barge into three main sections; lower floor, deck, and top floor. the lower floor is used as a kitchen and pantry whilst the top floor is as evening lounge area. the dining area and bar is situated at mid-level underneath a small canopy which provides shade and shelter from sun and rain. the flat-bottomed boat, allows the customer to stand just a little above the surface of the water, which provides an unobstructed perspective of the panoramic views which reach out towards the horizon line. the flat-bottomed boat provides an unobstructed view of the sea designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. 2016-07-19 11:16 www.designboom

11 ALICE collaboratively builds balloon-frame timber 'house' in lausanne an international group of young architects, researchers, scientists, and doctoral candidates from the ecole polytechnique fédérale de lausanne (EPFL) has erected an architectural installation based on an experimental format for collaborative design and construction. led by director dieter dietz, the ALICE laboratory engages in developing and building full- scale, installation-size artifacts, as well as inventing new types of ephemeral structures for social and cultural events. on the EPFL campus, ALICE has realized ‘house 1′ — a 11m x 11m x 11m balloon-frame timber construction which bears a ‘genetic code’ for future developments. the project involved more than 200 students who worked in groups under the close guidance of 12 studio directors and wood engineer rémy meylan. each team was asked to design and build either a room intended for habitation, or a transitional space of connectivity, such as a porch, stairs, or doorway. the set of projects are strongly influenced by the others as it enters a multilayered discourse with its surroundings. the spatial experience of ‘house 1′ forms an unfolding evolution of a space that invokes questions, contains possibilities, and remains open for interpretation, rather than a singular homogenous architecture. architect /designer /artist: école polytechnique fédérale de lausanne; alice studio (atelier de la conception de l’espace) team: ALICE studio – 1st year students (2016), dieter dietz, daniel zamarbide, raffael baur, edouard cabay, laurent chassot, nicolas durr, margherita del grosso, alexa den hartog stéphane grandgirard, patricia guaita, agathe mignon, andrea pellacani, laura perez lupi, anne-chantal rufer, wynd van der woude with thibaud smith lead engineer timber construction: rémy meylan, architect & wood engineer whood x mug sponsors: marti construction SA; getaz miauton, debrunner acifer roth échafaudages; E. S. echafaudages services SA materials: wood, metal, concrete tools: screwdriver, japanese saw, drill, rope dimensions: 11 x 11 x 11 meters weight: 5 tons planning: 3 months preparations, 1 month construction 15’000 linear meter of wood, 20’000 screws, 150 concrete tiles project location /city /country: campus EPFL, lausanne, switzerland year: 2016 2016-07-19 10:30 Nina Azzarello

12 Prada Taps 27 Models for Fall Ads More Articles By The casting includes Freja Beha Erichsen , Milla Jovovich , Sasha Pivovarova, Fei Fei Sun, Stella Tennant and Raquel Zimmermann, among others. Photographed by Steven Meisel , the images exalt the eclectic mood of the collection designed by Miuccia Prada through bold collages infused with an artificial, somewhat surreal feel. A maximalist aesthetic emerges with materials, patterns and accessories mixed and matched with abandon. 2016-07-19 10:29 Alessandra Turra

13 Rochas Renews Contract With Alessandro Dell’Acqua The French fashion house’s creative director was first signed on to design its women’s line in 2013. Philippe Benacin, chairman and chief executive officer of Inter Parfums SA, the owner of Rochas , stated that Dell’Acqua’s “elegantly eccentric touch has contributed, and will continue to contribute, to modernizing the brand’s image and identity.” Benacin also called him “an obvious choice” for pursuing the label’s development. Dell’Acqua has been designing his own fashion label since 1996 and the No. 21 fashion brand over the past six years. The designer exited Les Copains in Italy in 2013 before succeeding Marco Zanini at Rochas. 2016-07-19 10:27 Jennifer Weil

14 unfurled house by christopher polly architect in sydney a 100m2 addition designed by christopher polly architect attaches to a federation style dwelling in petersham, sydney, australia. deemed the ‘unfurled house’, a lightweight volume expands outwards from a formal front, providing a split-level space that strengthens visual and physical connections to the natural environment. the two-level structure by polly was developed to respond to the immediate setting as well as established conditions of the existing home. a linking space blends original and contemporary, acting as nexus for utilities, interior circulation, and a small courtyard within. in rear, angled extrusions stretch into the backyard. in addition to mediating space in regards to scale of adjacent homes, the features provide cover for terrace storage. the uppermost ‘wedge’, hosts a private reading space and master bedroom, with a large void that overlooks public living space below. views look to the sky, trees, and outdoor spaces, and architectural detailing creates an interplay of public, private, and spatial concerns. ground floor dining and kitchen spaces arranged at the southern end interior view of the void, a spatial interplay of the lower public and upper (semi-)private areas landing & circulation zone where the original plan unfurls in a split-level relationship from ground to 1st 1st floor study and bridge enables diverse views internally with diverse ties to setting and home designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. 2016-07-19 08:45 www.designboom

15 Billy Name, Andy Warhol’s One-Time Lover and Factory Photographer, Dies at 76 Billy Name, Andy Warhol ’s former lover and the Factory’s in-house photographer in the 1960s, died yesterday, July 18, 2016. He was 76 years old. “It is with tremendous sadness that we would like to announce that our dear friend and iconic artist Billy Name has begun his next great adventure. We mourn the loss of this important cultural figure and are thankful to have had the opportunity to work with him. We express our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones,”said a statement from New York’s Milk Gallery, which held an exhibition of Name’s work in 2014. The gallery has requested to keep the cause of Name’s death private, out of respect for his family, the Huffington Post reports. Born William Linich Jr in 1940, Name fled his hometown of Poughkeepsie, New York, for the big city’s avant-garde downtown art scene. He worked with seminal figures such as LaMonte Young and the Fluxus group, with a second job as a waiter, which was how he met Warhol, according to the Guardian. Name had not been in good health for a while, dealing with recurring illnesses such as diabetes. His death follows that of Holly Woodlawn last year, Puertorican actress and Warhol superstar. Many others died young, such as Nico, Candy Darling, Edie Sedgwick, and Warhol himself was not even 60 at the time of his death. One of the few surviving characters that passed through Warhol’s infamous Factory studio is Joe Dallesandro, who shared some tender words on his Facebook page following Name’s death: “Billy was the one who made the silver Factory silver, working with Gerard Malanga and was every bit an artist as anyone else at the Factory. Soon all of us will be gone but because of Billy most of the history is recorded on film. May his journey home be peaceful.” Related: Billy Name’s Shots Build the Art that Was Andy Soon after meeting at Serendipity 3, the New York restaurant that Name worked at, him and Warhol became lovers, and before long Name would become the pop artist’s right-hand man. Related: 8 Rare Party Photos From the Warhol Factory Name had transformed his East 5th Street apartment into a futuristic art installation, with the walls pray painted silver and covered in aluminum foil. During a party at Name’s apartment, Warhol was captivated by this look and eventually had Name give his factory the same treatment. This began the ever-expanding train of responsibilities that Name would have in Warhol’s life. The more time went on, the more Name took on; from decorator, secretary, and factory manager to casting director, photographer, and even electrician. Soon enough, Name moved into Warhol’s factory and fashioned himself a darkroom out of a bathroom. His photographs, mainly candid black-and- white shots, recorded all the wild characters who passed through the factory. From in-house superstars such as Edie Segwick and Dallesandro to celebrities like The Velvet Underground and Nico, Name’s photos captured the extravagance of the Factory in its prime. As for Name’s famed photographic career, he actually never intended to become a photographer until Warhol handed him a camera and asked him to record the comings and goings of his studio. That might have been another of Warhol’s talents: to spot unique talents before anybody else. Related: Andy Warhol’s Upper East Side Studio Building Hits the Market at $10 Million 2016-07-19 07:22 Carol Civre

16 16 Tattoo Exhibition at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago Related Venues Field Museum of Natural History This fall, the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago will showcase an exhibition of tattoos, running from October 21, 2016 through April 30, 2017. The aim of the exhibition is to shed light on the often misunderstood art form, and how it has become a global phenomenon. 170 objects narrating the story of the tattoo as art will be exhibited, including historical artifacts and complex contemporary designs tattooed on silicon models of the human body. The theme of the exhibition deals with human creativity, and this is shown through numerous threads within the exhibition. Viewers are urged to understand the importance of different manifestations of creativity and not to dismiss cultural practices and art forms simply because they were stigmatized. The exhibition breaks stereotypes around tattoos to comprehend their artistry in different cultures. 2016-07-19 07:21 Atrayee Sengupta

17 Berlin’s KW Institute for Contemporary Art Announces New Artistic Team The KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin has announced a whole new artistic team as part of its reshuffle following the appointment of Krist Gruijthuijsen as its new director. The new line-up will feature Anna Gritz as curator, Leaver-Yap and Tirdad Zolghadr as associate curators, Maurin Dietrich and Cathrin Mayer as assistant curators and project managers, and Marc Hollenstein as graphic designer. Related: Krist Gruijthuijsen Takes the Reins at Berlin’s KW Institute for Contemporary Art The restructuring falls shortly after the close of the 9th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art, for which the KW Institute served as the main location. The change was made possible thanks to an increase in the institution’s subsidy from the Berlin Senate Chancellery and the new director’s wide network of artists. Anna Gritz made her reputation as a curator for film and performance at London’s South London Gallery, where she programmed performance, films, and exhibitions and commissioned new works by artists including Kapwani Kiwanga, veteran comic performer Michael Smith, and Juliette Blightman. Related: 25 Women Curators Shaking Things Up Zolghadr’s portfolio includes a number of projects and biennial settings. Traction , his curatorial polemic, will be published by Sternberg Press in August, and the working title of his third novel is Headbanger. Leaver-Yap, who was until recently the director of LUX Scotland, a support and promotion agency for artists working with moving image in Scotland, also works closely with artists to produce publications. Maurin Dietrich has worked as a curatorial assistant in KW’s artistic office before, and is currently working on the Young Curators Workshop “Post- Contemporary Art” within the 9th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art. Cathrin Mayer also joined the team of the 9th Berlin Biennale as a curatorial assistant for the collective DIS. Related: The 9th Berlin Biennale Revels in Doomsday Scenarios and Secret Spaces Meanwhile, the graphic designer Marc Hollenstein works with several different institutions and in recent years has designed many publications, including Mierle Laderman Ukeles: Seven Work Ballets (2015), Josef Bauer—Works 1965–Today (2015), and Oceans of Love: The Uncontainable Gregory Battcock (2016). 2016-07-19 06:34 Naomi Rea

18 hula paints semi-submerged floating females in undisclosed locales at sea in undisclosed locales, beneath hidden underpasses and on abandoned maritime structures, hawaiian-born artist hula leaves monumental traces of his painterly hand. previously, the now new york-based creative beautified building façades, shipwrecked vessels and melting icebergs with delicate and detailed female portraits, painted at a larger-than-life scale. hula now continues his paddleboard sojourn in search of spaces and locations that lend themselves to the emotional and physical states of his highly expressive subjects. hula‘s most recent works include water-based works ‘LEWA’ and ‘HEAU’, as well as an iceberg installation created in collaboration with instagram. working entirely with oil paint and using traditional techniques to create soft, female figures that interact with the surface of the water, the semi-submerged murals elicit an emotional response while proposing an environmental discussion. ‘LEWA’, rendered on abandoned shipping docks, sees a female figure floating in the sea, her arms outstretched and expression still. ‘HEAU’ is drawn from the feeling of being confined to a box and pictures the subject trapped within the boundaries of an enclosed building. the installation for instagram differs in in presentation indoors, but uses elements sourced from nature in its realization. HULA has painted two halves of a female face directly onto the icy cut of an iceberg. iceberg installation, in collaboration with instagram for facebook cannes lions festival 2016 2016-07-19 06:15 Nina Azzarello

19 David Bowie’s 1970s Peak in Pictures at Eduard Planting Gallery Related Venues Eduard Planting Gallery Artists David Bowie Until August 28, Amsterdam’s Eduard Planting Gallery is displaying images by Dutch photographer Gijsbert Hanekroot that trace David Bowie's progress from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke, and from “Hunky Dory” (1971) to “Heroes” (1977). In “David Bowie — The Seventies,” which coincides with the publication of a book of the same name, Hanekroot displays images from the six occasions on which he photographed Bowie. These include both concert and studio portraits from 1973 to 1978. Befitting the shocking colors of Ziggy and the stark monochromes of Bowie’s Berlin period, the exhibition features photos in black and white as well as color, and well- known images alongside rarer shots. The most famous image in the exhibition is “David Bowie, Hilversum 1974.” Shot just after Bowie had performed “Rebel Rebel” on the Dutch TV show “TopPop,” it depicts the singer in the character of Halloween Jack — complete with an eyepatch, red dungarees, and heeled boots — in one of the most iconic photoshoots of a man whose career was full of these. In this exhibition, the photograph is juxtaposed with contemporaneous images of Bowie on the “Ziggy Stardust” tour, with the raw energy of the latter highlighting the singer’s poise and control in the former. An even greater contrast can be seen between these images and photographs of Bowie on the “Isolar ” and “Isolar II” tours of 1976 and 1978 respectively. With bleached hair, pale skin, and lit like a film noir protagonist in his waistcoat and crisp white suit, these portrayals show Hanekroot adapting his photographic style to the “ch-ch-ch-changes” of one of music’s most versatile personas. 2016-07-19 06:13 Samuel Spencer

20 At the RNC in Cleveland, LigoranoReese Offers Melting Art for a Dissolving Nation THE DAILY PIC (#1594): One of the more useful, if hackneyed, ideas in art criticism is that a good work of art should have a style that somehow recapitulates its subject matter. By that standard alone, the work that’s launching today near the Republican Convention in Cleveland should be a great one. The art collective known as LigoranoReese, from Brooklyn, has ordered up a massive, 30-foot-long ice sculpture that spells out the words “The American Dream ,” and over the course of the day it is supposed to melt away, just as that dream risks doing – has been doing – in the hands of today’s politicians. (Today’s Pic shows a similar piece they did for the 2012 conventions, but see below for a rendering of the piece for Cleveland.) No American workers (least of all art critics) have been immune to the death of secure jobs in America, but from what I’m seeing artists, who have always managed a middle-class life only by the grace of God, are suffering more than most. That means that this project by LigoranoReese expresses a real solidarity with all those who are hard-pressed in our current polity, and whose votes are being targeted by a new crop of demagogues. (Can there be a crop of one?) The project will be repeated in Philadelphia on July 25, for the Democratic convention. If the piece truly matches its medium to its message, it ought to melt a touch more slowly there. For a full survey of past Daily Pics visit blakegopnik.com/archive . 2016-07-19 06:00 Blake Gopnik

21 sounds absorbing room partitions after their introduction in 2011, the ‘buzziblinds classic’ became an instant hit as partitions for open-plan spaces. five years later, it’s time to add some zest to the family by redesigning them and offering a much wider array of possibilities. referencing modernist architecture, the ‘BuzziBlinds’ by designer alain-gilles add rhythm and tonalities created by the orientation of the V- cut blinds resulting in dynamic and rich spaces. this free-standing room divider is made up of a series of five rotating acoustic blinds. with a simple twist, the blinds can be opened or closed to varying degrees to create privacy or open-up a space. this gives individuals the opportunity to determine the level of privacy they may want or need at any given moment to concentrate on a specific task. with these new buzziblinds, alain gilles wanted to offer the possibility to create even more personal and customized spaces. the possibility to be more or less open to others by rotation the blades the difficulty was to manage the repetition found in the logic of the blinds where the team had to make sure that what was created would not become too heavy visually, completely reworking them. so apart from making them wider they worked on the shape of the top of each blade composing a ‘BuzziBlind’, and also used a very innovative V-cut technique developed by BuzziSpace in order to create patterns in the outer material of the blinds. these patterns are actually only revealed by the light impact on the V-cut made in the thick sound absorbing felt and by their shadows. a repetition of a simple element in order to redefine an architecture the new ‘BuzziBlinds’ consists of four different shapes with the possibilities to have different V-cut patterns carved straight into the BuzziFeld. the blind can be treated with different colors on each side, in order to generate an interesting visual effect when partly opened. on some of the BuzziBlinds, by turning two blades of the blinds one can also create new differentiated shapes and a new pattern. but each separate blind could also be fitted with a different color. the result is an almost infinite number of possibilities offered to architects and end-users making the new BuzziBlinds a real tool to express their own creativity. graphically defined by V-Cuts made in the BuzziFelt (recycled felt) the top shape of some of the acoustical blades allow one to completely redefine the overall shape of the screens possibility to play with different colors on each sides enables endless variations creating a rhythm thanks to the V-Cuts in the recycled felt close up of the V-Cuts in the felt possibility to do full circle partition for unexpected settings thanks to the curved base plates partitions that though simple can make a real statement by playing with contrasted sides designboom has received this project from our ‘DIY submissions‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. 2016-07-19 04:05 Alain Gilles

22 22 Opening Ceremony Sporty Pop Up at the Brooklyn Museum More Articles By Opening Ceremony opened a pop-up shop at the Brooklyn Museum to accompany the museum’s “Who Shot Sports: A Photographic History, 1843 to the Present” exhibition of 230 works, including daguerreotypes, salted paper prints and digital images. In keeping with the athletic theme, the pop-up features merchandise from OC’s Club USA capsule collection of unisex tanks, T-shirts, caps and pins based on Eighties and Nineties summer sportswear. The space inside the museum is set up like the boxing ring that Max Lamb designed for OC’s Club USA space in its Howard Street store. The exhibition and pop-up are well-timed to the 2016 Rio Olympic games. And lest anyone forget, the Olympics were a key influence on OC cofounders Humberto Leon and Carol Lim’s original store concept. “With the inspiration of the brand so heavily rooted in sports, it was an organic choice for Opening Ceremony to be part of the Brooklyn Museum’s ‘Who Shot Sports’ exhibition,” said Lim. The pop-up will be open as long as the exhibition is — until Jan. 8 — and is accessible to guests of the ticketed exhibition. 2016-07-19 04:01 Jessica Iredale

23 Anine Bing Launches Boutique at Harvey Nichols More Articles By The 500-square-foot space is located on the fifth floor, next to Club Monaco. It is Bing’s seventh location worldwide after L. A.; New York; Paris; Madrid; Antwerp, Belgium; and Barcelona, which opened earlier this month. Her European push continues with a Brussels store set to open at the end of this month, followed by Berlin in mid-August. The London boutique mirrors the look and feel of the other stores, with city- specific Baroque-style artwork by the maverick Danish artist Allan Bestle and flea market-find furniture. It’s the antithesis of the spare Scandinavian look. “It’s like stepping into my world. It’s the same vibe as my own home and I like to keep it really personal and welcoming and not too ‘clean clean clean,’” she said. The 33-year-old Bing lived in London for a spell during her modeling days, later returning to work with the music producer Guy Chambers. “It’s a little more rock ’n’ roll than L. A., a bit tougher,” she noted. “There’s such a great street style and British girls are good at mixing in vintage pieces.” Bing already has had a strong celebrity following, with Rosie Huntington- Whiteley among her first customers. This year she’s seen Gigi Hadid wear some of her pieces — the studded Charlie boots in particular — while Kendall Jenner ’s black lace bralet, another Bing design, practically went viral during Coachella. Bing credits much of her success to her early embrace of Instagram and to blogs, and took the “see now buy now” approach from the start. “I think I was one of the first brands to join Instagram and realize its power. If I was wearing something on Instagram or on my blog people wanted it instantly; they didn’t want to wait six months. In addition to my core collection, I have always released new styles every month instead of doing fashion shows,” she said. Her core line features cool basics with contemporary price points, ranging from simple leather bikers to studded boots, silk shirts, jeans and leather pants. The next monthly collection will arrive in August and features velvets, corduroys, pops of red and green, plus a great pair of gold boots – inspired, she said, by “the Seventies club scene in London and by the British royal family.” 2016-07-19 04:01 Stephanie Hirschmiller

24 Nayia Yiakoumaki Appointed Athens Biennale’s New Director of Research Nayia Yiakoumaki has joined the Athens Biennale team in the midst of a series of changes to its organization while it is mid-way through its fifth instalment. She is assuming the role of director of research and international networks. Yiakoumaki will be working closely with founding member and new director Poka-Yio (Polydoros Karyofyllis), the visual artist who took over from Xenia Kalpaktsoglou after she—along with program manager Massimiliano Mollona—recently made an unexpected exit from the ongoing 5th Biennale, titled OMONOIA (Concord) . Related: 5th Athens Biennale Loses Co-Director and Program Manager Mid-Way Through Proceedings Yiakoumaki’s presence will hopefully boost the Biennale’s reach in intellectual spheres as she has been lecturing on the subject of curating and visual arts in universities in the UK and abroad since 1991. She will be key in providing an academic perspective after Mollona abandoned ship. It was he who was responsible for the experimental structure of the 5th Athens Biennale, which, unlike the usual biennial model, launched in November of last year and is set to continue into 2017. In a statement to the press , the Athens Biennale chose not to negatively interpret the recent walkouts, instead citing the current moment as “a phase when the 10 year-old successful biennale strengthens its global reach and outlook.” Alongside her role at the Athens Biennale, Yiakoumaki remains committed to her work at London’s Whitechapel Gallery, where she has been curator since 2005, establishing a program of exhibitions focused on the use of archives as a curatorial resource. She also devised the NEON Curatorial Exchange & Award, an initiative that cultivates professional relationships for emerging curators. Related: Greek Art Dealers Tell Us How to Run a Gallery in Athens On 60 Euros A Day “I feel privileged to be joining the Athens Biennale whose activity I have followed closely and I look forward to contribute to its future success as a leading international organization for debate and presentation of contemporary art,” Yiakoumaki said in the statement. 2016-07-19 04:00 Naomi Rea

25 Kiev Calls For Boycott of Russian Museums Exhibiting Crimean Art Ukraine’s culture ministry has called for an international boycott of Russian museums showing works from Crimean collections. According to the Austrian daily Der Standard , the call was triggered by a major retrospective on the Crimean-born painter Ivan Aivazovsky at Moscow’s State Tretyakov Gallery—slated to open on July 29 —and illustrates the residual tensions between Russia and Ukraine following Moscow’s annexation of Crimea in 2014. Related: Four Museums in Crimea Fear Losing Hundreds of Precious Artifacts Kiev—which doesn’t recognize Russia’s illegal annexation of its territory— is lamenting that 38 of the 150 works included in the exhibition were illegally exported without permission. It views the Crimean art collections as part of its “cultural holdings,” and under Ukrainian law cultural loans are subject to state authorization. On the other hand the Russian culture ministry cited a law passed in February 2015 under which Crimea’s art collections became part of the “cultural holdings” of the Russian Federation, which stands in direct contradiction to Ukrainian law. “Ukraine calls on the international community to end the cooperation with Russian cultural institutions exhibiting illegally exported artworks from Crimea,” the Ukrainian cultural ministry said in an announcement. The ministry added that due to Russia’s gross violation of international law, the Ukrainian state is not able to safeguard the cultural heritage of its temporarily occupied territory. Although the State Tretyakov Gallery insisted that all loaned works would be returned to Crimean institutions after the end of the exhibition in November 2016, a resolution to the conflict is not in sight. A similar deadlock broke out during the circumstances leading up to Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014. The exhibition “Crimea: Gold and Secrets of the Black Sea” at Amsterdam’s Allard Pierson Museum included 565 pieces loaned from four Crimean museums. By the time the exhibition closed, Russia had taken over Crimea and both nations claimed ownership of the gold, prompting the Dutch museum to hold on to the treasures until a resolution is reached between the two countries. 2016-07-19 03:53 Associate Editor

26 Artists Alan Kwan and Kenny Wong at Pearl Lam Galleries Hong Kong SOHO Related Venues Pearl Lam Galleries Hong Kong Hong Kong artists Alan Kwan and Kenny Wong come together for an exhibition at Pearl Lam Galleries’ Hong Kong SOHO location from July 22 through September 15. Entitled “The Interstitial,” this exhibition presents a series of installations, prints, and video games from various stages of the artists’ careers. The works on display probe the unsettled feelings of their minds that lead to further exploration. Both artists use new digital media to explore human emotion and memory through their artworks. 2016-07-19 03:21 Maitreyee Bannerjee

27 Jeff Koons Lays Off Over a Dozen Staffers In Response to Unionization Efforts At a recent panel on the art market in Dallas , Paul Schimmel, former MoCA Los Angeles chief curator and now partner at Hauser, Wirth & Schimmel in LA, stated: “I think Jeff Koons turns those fabricators into his bitches and gets things that are unbelievable.” But are Koons’s “bitches” biting back? Related: Art Demystified: Why Do Artists Use So Many Studio Assistants Paddy Johnson at Art F City suggests Koons is currently having some labor issues with his extensive staff. Citing “anonymous sources,” Johnson says Koons studio operation in Chelsea has laid off 14 night crew staffers “who were attempting to unionize and one day crew member who was friendly with those night crew organizers.” It’s not the first time speculation has swirled around Koons sizeable studio practice. In a 2012 first-person account in the New York Times , former studio assistant John Powers , who made $14 an hour, said of Koons: “He was a perfectionist who promptly fired assistants whenever they failed to meet his standards.” Related: Charting Jeff Koons Sky-High Market Details are admittedly “scant,” Johnson notes, but it appears that anyone who was hired after June 1 was let go. No one could speak due to “fear of reprisal and potential for future litigation,” however. Art F City was told that legal proceedings are currently underway. Some staff painters were reportedly given a raise recently, though it is not clear whether this was done in connection with unionization efforts. A 2013 Hyperallergic article suggests that given the frequency and consistency with which Koons’s studio assistant job listings crop up on the website for New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), it isn’t such a great gig to have. A representative from United Scenic Artists, Local 829, which was reportedly consulted by the workers, writes to artnet News in an email: “United Scenic Artists has no comment at this time. We may have something to say in the matter at a later date.” Related: Stefan Simchowitz, Paul Schimmel, and Amy Cappellazzo Spar on Fiery Panel An email to Koons’s studio was not returned by publication time. 2016-07-19 03:03 Senior Market

28 applesauna by noa* emerges from the valley landscape in italy grass-covered sauna by noa* emerges from the valley landscape in italy set in the passiria valley in northern italy, the ‘applesauna’ is an extension to an existing hotel conceived by noa* network of architecture. directly influenced by its apple-tree surroundings, the sauna and wellness area abstractly follows the cycle of the apple throughout the year: bloom, harvest, refinement and repose. the sauna is located in saltaus in the passiria valley in northern italy all images © alex filz the response by noa* blends harmoniously into its landscape and serves as an extension to the garden. visualized as a grass-covered hill, the sauna beckons visitors into its intimate and serene interior. the earth-colored concrete walls pursue the lines of the wooden slats of the sauna benches and highlight the sloped form. concrete lamps form the lighting of the interior and further highlight the use of natural materials in the rounded arrangement. the spa area is comprised of a sauna with changing rooms and a shower on one floor, meanwhile the relaxing space on the lower floor features a large window to allow a constant viewing of the surrounding apple trees. the lower ground sauna looks out towards the greenery earth-colored concrete walls and timber benches are used the applesauna and the wellness area is part of a farm ensemble – surrounded by numerous apple trees and nature the key concept of the design was the cycle of the apple throughout the year 2016-07-19 02:15 Natasha Kwok

29 Melania Trump Wears Roksanda at Republican National Convention More Articles By As a former model and designer devotee, Melania Trump didn’t need to phone in any favors or hire a stylist to help her select the cotton silk off-white Roksanda “Margot” dress she wore Monday night at the Republican National Convention. Trump simply liked the dress and bought it herself from Net-a-porter, according to a spokeswoman, who added that “she isn’t working with any designers.” While her spokeswoman did not release the retail price, similar styles currently sell for $1,500. Such certitude on Trump’s part is by far an anomaly in the galaxy of politicians’ wives, who are known to overpack for international photo-ops, never mind their first formal speaking engagement. But then again Michelle Obama, Laura Bush, Jill Biden and other better halves never walked a runway or hawked a QVC collection as Trump has. That said, the fact that the Slovenian-American wed The Donald wearing a gown designed by John Galliano in his Christian Dior days underscores her fashion confidence. Trump needed only two designer options for her coming-out party in Cleveland. She has her fashion designer mother Amalija Knavs to thank for instilling that interest in design. While her daughter, like it or not, has been forced onto the world stage, Knavs prefers to stay under the radar, declining an interview request Monday through a spokeswoman. First recruited as a model at the age of 16, Trump later worked with Arthur Elgort, Mario Testino, Helmut Newton, Patrick Demarchelier and other famed lensmen. She also studied design and architecture in her native Ljubljana, Slovenia. But American voters might recognize her from an Aflac commercial she did years back with the insurance company’s duck. Along with her QVC jewelry and watch collection, Trump has a skin-care collection called Melania Caviar Complexe C6. Somewhat reluctant to take to the campaign trail early on in the race, Trump is said to be a hands-on mother of son Barron. More widely recognized for being the presidential candidate’s statuesque spouse than, say, an American Red Cross goodwill ambassador, Trump, when asked in a recent interview what was the one habit she wished her husband could kick, said Twitter. Whether “The Donald” takes fashion pointers from his wife is a topic up for debate. While the blue tie he wore at the RNC Monday night was from his own signature collection, the suit he paired it with may have been from his own label or Brioni, according to one Trump-er. 2016-07-19 02:14 Rosemary Feitelberg

30 Marcus Harvey Imagines Margaret Thatcher as a Mermaid at Jerwood Gallery Related Venues Jerwood Gallery Artists Marcus Harvey Through images of Tony Blair as a baton-wielding policeman and Margaret Thatcher as a breast-baring mermaid, Marcus Harvey offers an acerbic take on what it means to be British. His new exhibition, entitled “Inselaffe,” runs until October 16 at Jerwood Gallery in Hastings. The title goes some way toward explaining the tone of this latest exhibition by Harvey, who first gained notoriety for his portrait of Myra Hindley at the Saatchi Gallery’s 1997 “Sensation” show. “Inselaffe” is a mildly xenophobic German word meaning “island monkeys,” described in a press release as “a derogatory but light-hearted term to describe the British.” This combination of the disparaging and the droll is also manifested in the sculptures and oil paintings that the artist has created specially for the gallery. In a work such as “Maggie Island,” 2015, for instance, the artist gives a sculpture of beach detritus the head of both Margaret Thatcher and a pig, as well as two comedy breasts available on many of Britain’s grottier seafronts. Together, they depict Thatcher as a sort of beach junk mermaid, seductive but also created from destruction. Discussing this work, Harvey highlighted both what he called “Thatcher's [...] magnetic, dark, complicated sexual allure,” as well as the belief that “she unleashed the pigs,” creating a “flat, one-dimensional society.” As in this work, Harvey's vision combines classical references, such as Thatcher’s reclining figure, with British militaria and a certain kind of pop culture kitsch ephemera — joke shop items like rubber masks and vaudeville humor — hoping to create what he calls an “Arcimboldi-esque” view of Britain in 2016. 2016-07-19 01:08 Samuel Spencer

31 5 Works That Skyrocketed Samson Young’s Art Career Top Lists Top 6 Summer 2016 Shows on Hong Kong’s Cultural South Side Top 10 Must-See Art Exhibitions Opening in Europe in July See All » Related Events Venice Art Biennale 2017 Venues Venice Biennale Artists Samson Young M+ museum and the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC) announced last Thursday that popular sound artist Samson Young will represent Hong Kong at the 57th Venice Biennale in May next year. This will be the third time that the two institutions will collaborate to represent the country at the international biennale, following Lee Kit in 2013 and Tsang Kin-Wah in 2015. M+ also appointed local independent curator Ying Kwok to curate the pavilion for this edition, alongside Doryun Chong, the chief curator and acting director of M+, who will serve as a consulting curator. Samson Young is currently enjoying international acclaim owing to his innovative installations and performances that coalesce sound and visual art. Trained as a musician, Young studied music, philosophy, and gender studies at the University of Sydney. He is renowned for his conceptual projects that use a wide range of sounds and noises, and touch upon themes of war, identity, and power, thus creating cross-media experiences. Ever since his inaugural win of the Art Basel BMW Art Journey Award last year, Young’s artistic career has skyrocketed, raising Hong Kong’s art scene profile on a global level. Recently, the artist was selected to participate in the Container Artist Residency along with seven other artists. The group will have the chance to create artworks on a container ship as it sails around the world. BLOUIN ARTINFO looks back on Samson Young’s art journey and lists his most popular works that have shaped his success. This piece is one of Young’s best-known works, which he created for the Art Basel BMW Art Journey Award last year. Bells are the main focal point of the work, as this object defines territories, connects individuals, and is an emblem of peace and conflict. This project had Young traveling across five continents, studying and recording various historical bells, and creating musical compositions and visual artworks in response to them. One of Young’s ongoing projects, “Pastoral Music” was performed live at the AM Space gallery booth at Art Basel Hong Kong last year. This site- specific sound performance is a reconstruction of the British defensive system “Gin Drinker’s Line,” which ran across the New Territories in Hong Kong. While visiting all of the remaining relics of the Gin Drinker’s Line, Young recorded himself singing a Cantonese nursery rhyme. “ Nocturne ” consists of collected videos of night bombings, such as in the Gaza strip, by ISIS, and during the Gulf War, which Young found on the Internet. These videos are muted as he realistically re-creates the sound of the explosions and gunshots using the live Foley technique. He then broadcasted this footage through a localized FM radio frequency. In June this year, during Art Basel Unlimited, the 37-year-old artist was the highlight of the show, captivating the audience with “Canon.” Standing on a platform atop a booth, Young was dressed in a military uniform while a Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) sound cannon was beaming the sound of distressed birds in the background. LRADs are a non-lethal sonic weapon to help with crowd-control during demonstrations. This audio-visual project, in collaboration with Christopher Lau, marked Young’s entrance into the art world outside the music hall as the work earned him the Bloomberg Emerging Artists Award in 2007. The project involved the use of obsolete Game Boys collected throughout Hong Kong over three months. 100 black and white electronic portable games were donated to the artists thanks to a public request on the radio and in the paper in order to create their multimedia installations. 2016-07-18 20:44 Claire Bouchara

32 Frank Gehry’s Whimsical Fish Lamps at Gagosian Gallery Rome Related Venues Gagosian Gallery Artists Frank Gehry “Frank Gehry: Fish Lamps” at Gagosian Gallery in Rome is an exhibition of the renowned architect’s playful and dynamic light sculptures. The fish has been an important motif throughout Gehry’s celebrated six- decade career, providing influence for many of his design and architecture projects. “The fish is a perfect form,” he has been quoted as saying. The iconography and natural characteristics of the fish have informed some of Gehry’s most famous projects, including the Marqués de Riscal Vineyard Hotel in Elciego (2006), the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Chicago (2004), The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao (1997), the Standing Glass Fish for the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden (1986), and the Fish Sculpture at Vila Olímpica in Barcelona (1989–92). Gehry was inspired to create his first fish lamp when he accidently shattered a piece of ColorCore plastic laminate that he was using to make objects for a 1983 commission by the Formica Corporation. The shards reminded him of fish scales, leading to the creation of the first “Fish Lamps” in 1984, which were exhibited in “Frank Gehry: Unique Lamps” at Gagosian Los Angeles. The architect’s latest “Fish Lamps,” which he began creating in 2012, vary in scale from life-size to gigantic, with each unique piece made by hand. According to Gagosian Gallery, Gehry’s use of ColorCore has become bolder, and he has incorporated larger and more jagged elements. Some of the groupings of fish are displayed on pedestals, while others are in the form of chandeliers and wall sconces. “Frank Gehry: Fish Lamps” highlights Gehry’s talent for creating objects that embody the harmonious consolidation of form, function, and material. The synthesis of the life-affirming incandescent glow, the organically textural surfaces, and the expressively fluid, animated forms elevate Ghery’s ethereal and dynamic creations from objects of design to functional, sculptural masterpieces of art. 2016-07-18 20:30 Nicholas Forrest

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