Richard Serra, famed for his massive steel sculptures, has passed away at the age of 85
Renowned American artist Richard Serra, known for his massive steel sculptures that feature a delicate rust patina and grace landscapes and large galleries in prestigious museums worldwide, passed away on Tuesday, as reported by the New York Times. He was 85 years old. Serra passed away from pneumonia at his residence on Long Island, New […]
Revisiting the Unbuilt Vision of ‘The Star’ in Hollywood by MAD Architects
In September 2021, MAD Architects presented a biomorphic design concept for The Star, envisioned as a creative hub and workspace for content creators in Hollywood. However, last week it was announced that the project would proceed with a design by Foster + Partners, characterized by its facade adorned with terraced gardens. MAD Architects’ design, which […]
Installation of a Kraken Crafted from Reclaimed Wood Extends its Tentacles in Lyon.
Description from the architects: Le Kraken is a temporary structure that occupies the central plaza of the historic location housing Les SUBS and the Lyon ENSBA fine arts university. Key statistics of The Kraken include: a width of 25 meters, a height of 15 meters, 180 meters of tentacles, 1,000 square meters of reclaimed wood […]
Opening this week: Art Basel in Hong Kong 2024
Art Basel in Hong Kong opens this Thursday, March 28. The 2024 edition returns to its full scale with 242 premier galleries and a vibrant program that is as inspiring and ambitious as ever. Art Basel today announced the list of 242 leading international galleries selected for its 2024 Hong Kong show. This represents a […]
Jensen Huang, Nvidia presented the new Blackwell AI GPU
Following the presentation of the new Blackwell AI GPU by Nvidia at the conference, Jensen Huang engaged with reporters, fielding their questions. One topic of keen interest was the timeline for the emergence of entirely AI-generated games. Huang’s response was unexpected, indicating a timeframe of 5 to 10 years. GTC—NVIDIA today announced its next-generation AI […]
In Palazzo Strozzi, Anselm Kiefer presents an exhibition featuring the depiction of fallen angels
Palazzo Strozzi is hosting a significant new exhibition by Anselm Kiefer titled Fallen Angels, which showcases both the German artist’s historical pieces and his latest creations centered around biblical themes. As visitors step into the palace, they are immediately met with Kiefer’s newest major piece, specifically crafted for the Renaissance courtyard of Palazzo Strozzi. The […]
Tia Thuy Nguyen’s Lady Cloud bag for Dior is crafted from thousands of quartz crystals
The Lady Cloud Bag, crafted by Tia Thuy Nguyen for Dior, delves into the fleeting and subjective essence of clouds. Drawing inspiration from the Quantum Theory of Light, this piece of art captures the essence of light through the use of transparent, sparkling quartz crystals that trap photons—the fundamental particles of light. These minuscule crystals […]
Louis Vuitton Transforms Frank Gehry’s Architectural Designs into a Tambour Watch
Louis Vuitton has revealed a transparent watch, created in partnership with the esteemed architect Frank Gehry. Named the Tambour Moon Flying Tourbillon Poinçon De Genève Sapphire Frank Gehry, this watch was launched alongside several other new watchmaking innovations, showcasing the expertise of La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton in the realm of luxury watchmaking. The […]
Annual Art Market Report Shows Increase in Online Art Purchases
The Art Basel and UBS annual Art Market Report, as highlighted by The Art Newspaper, offers an in-depth analysis of the current state of the art industry in 2023 amidst various economic and political challenges. Authored by cultural economist Dr. Clare McAndrew, the report synthesizes data from numerous sources to provide insights into the dynamics […]
Friedman Benda unveils a fresh exhibition from Estúdio Campana
Friedman Benda is hosting “On the Road,” a new showcase by the acclaimed Brazilian design firm Estúdio Campana. This exhibition is particularly noteworthy as it is the studio’s fifth individual presentation at the gallery, and it marks a significant transition with Humberto Campana taking the helm as the primary designer after the loss of his […]
Banksy Made Tree Mural in North London
A mural that appeared overnight on a residential building in North London has been confirmed as a creation by Banksy, who verified his authorship by posting images on his Instagram. This mural depicts a life-sized figure of a woman using a pressure washer, with her actions creating a vibrant green paint spray that shapes into […]
Italian jewelry house Damiani celebrates its 100th anniversary
The Damiani 100 X 100 Italiani exhibition is dedicated to the anniversary, dedicated to the heritage of the family company, the essence of which is handcraft and Italian design. Milan’s Galleria d’Italia displays exactly 100 jewels, one for each year of Damiani’s century-long history. They are selected to follow the theme of the “Italian approach […]
Prada announces billion-euro investment to reinvent the luxury retail experience
In a bold move that signals a paradigm shift in the world of luxury, Prada is embarking on an ambitious €1 billion investment project in retail. The Italian luxury firm, recognized for its significant influence in the world of fashion, is resolutely positioning itself in the new era of “experiential shopping”. Patrizio Bertelli, president of […]
Patty Jenkins Affirms ‘Rogue Squadron,’ a ‘Star Wars’ Movie, Is Still in Progress
Approximately a year ago, reports surfaced that Star Wars projects directed by Patty Jenkins and Kevin Feige were put on hold. Jenkins’ Rogue Squadron, initially postponed from 2021 to 2022, was eventually dropped from Disney’s 2023 lineup. However, it seems Jenkins, known for her work on Wonder Woman, has rejoined the project. During a recent […]
Court Prohibits Display of MetaBirkin NFTs at Stockholm Museum
A request by MetaBirkins for their display at a Stockholm museum was rejected by a judge from the Southern District of New York, who cited insufficient details on how the exhibition would present the NFTs to visitors. In a legal battle last February, Hermès emerged victorious over Rothschild (also known asny Estival) regarding his N […]
Takashi Murakami’s Exhibition in Kyoto Reveals the Diverse Aspects of Japan’s Superflat Icon
It might seem easy to feel familiar with Takashi Murakami’s art, given its pervasive presence over the last twenty years, particularly following his initial collaborations with luxury brand Louis Vuitton in 2003. Since that time, the innovative Japanese artist has made his mark across the breadth of contemporary culture, from designing the iconic cover for […]
Ubisoft Becomes Validator for Web3 NFT XPLA Blockchain Gaming Platform
Ubisoft, the French gaming behemoth behind popular franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry, has become a node validator on the XPLA blockchain. Ubisoft has a history of exploring Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrency services in addition to its gaming operations. The recent step, taken via its Strategic Innovation Lab, paves the way for Ubisoft’s broader […]
The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses have received a new multimodal update
The Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses have received a new multimodal update that allows them to report historical information about landmarks, share the backstory of objects, and provide scientific explanations. Mark Zuckerberg, demonstrated the capabilities of the glasses in a series of Instagram clips. The glasses can identify landmarks, such as the Big Sky Mountain in […]
DAN DA DAN: the first official teaser has been releases
The first official teaser for the much-anticipated TV anime, DAN DA DAN, has been released. The anime is based on Yukinobu Tatsu’s Dandadan, a new-generation manga that has amassed over 360 million views on Shōnen Jump+ and has over 3.2 million print copies in circulation. The plot of Dandadan, a supernatural action-thriller with elements of […]
Bitcoin exceeded $71 thousand for the first time in history
The price of Bitcoin exceeded $71 thousand for the first time in history, trading data shows. As of 10:36 Moscow time, bitcoin rose in price to $71.1 thousand. By 10:50 Moscow time, bitcoin accelerated its growth and rose to $71.2 thousand. According to calculations by the CoinMarketCap platform, which calculates the average price for more […]
Liechtenstein prince brings Francis Bacon to the stock exchange
Making art accessible as an investment to the masses is the vision behind the financial startup Artex Stock Exchange. Today, it marks a milestone by introducing its first artwork to the Luxembourg stock market, albeit nine months behind schedule. Initially announced last May by the Liechtenstein-based startup Artex Stock Exchange, co-founded by ex-investment bankers Yassir […]
Oppenheimer won seven Oscars, including Best Picture
Oppenheimer won the Oscar for Best Picture. For their work on the film, Christopher Nolan received a statuette as best director, Cillian Murphy as best actor, and Robert Downey Jr. as best supporting actor. In total, “Oppenheimer” received seven statuettes, “The Poor and Unfortunate” received four, and “Zone of Interest” received two. Nominated for eight […]
For the first time in more than two years, the price of Ethereum reached $4000
For the first time in more than two years, the price of ether reached $4000, increasing the weekly growth to 15% and showing a plus of 63% per month. Ether last traded at this level in December 2021, a month after it hit a record high of $4,868 on Coinbase. Subsequently, in June 2022, due […]
The price of Bitcoin has reached an all-time high of $70,024
The price of bitcoin during the trading session on the Coindesk platform on March 8 updated its historical maximum, rising to $70,024 at 18:30 Moscow time. The previous maximum value of this cryptocurrency was reached on March 5 – $69,210. As of 18:32 Moscow time, the cost of bitcoin decreased by 2.24%, to $68.01 thousand. […]