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“If I hadn't been an artist, I would have been a musician.” Thierry Noir's love of music is strong — in fact it's what prompted the infamous Berlin Wall muralist to move to Germany from France in the first place. Back in the 1980s, when Noir...
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There is more to this world than we can see, a vaster horizon than we can contemplate, and hidden voids beyond our fields of vision. That's according to Anish Kapoor, who continues his lifelong fascination with emptiness and contemplation with a...
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The woman born in 1918 Idaho as Francis Elizabeth Kent led an extraordinary life — more than one life, you might say. After her typical childhood came a move out West, joining the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary nunnery straight from high...
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If we were to use the established waterproof rating system on this ornate tent in Zürich, it wouldn't score too highly. Probably a total fail in all honesty. Happily, the delicate material of this tent won't be expected to keep any rainforest...
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William Blanchard pretty much confirms the theory that drummers are the weirdos in any band — he describes taking up the drums as akin to running away and joining the circus. His experiences in the fantasy world of the music industry informs his...
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Israeli art collective Broken Fingaz have been enjoying a working holiday recently, soaking up the culture and getting creative during over several months in India. As evidenced by the group's new exhibition Journey Galactiko, India's religious art...
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When girls first start rollerskating, they naturally spend quite a bit of time falling over and hurting themselves. Those with the fortitude to persevere get better and stop falling over and hurting themselves. Then, if they get really good, they...
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Montauk is a place one seems to have heard of but doesn't know quite why — probably by osmosis from American TV shows. Ben Watts describes the town as “paradise three hours outside the walls of the greatest city in the world”, and that city is...
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Semi-organic, semi-synthetic sculptural objects mutate and grow in a shimmering exploration of interconnectedness at Please Do Not Enter in Los Angeles. Intimate Formations is Arik Levy's invitation to consider what he calls “genetic intimacy”,...
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As a term to describe women, “bird” doesn't go over very well in these days of enlightened feminism. Having said that, there's no denying that Parra's feminine figures have a touch of the avian about their features. So do the men, on the odd...
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In a foreword to one of Brigitte Lacombe's collections of cinema photography, playwright David Mamet — although himself a collaborator with some of the biggest stars of acting — expresses his surprise at “how human” her subjects appear as...
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Over in Metepec, Mexico, there's a tradition of making clay sculptures to teach the Biblical story of creation through the book's well-known characters and iconography. Originally they were used to school the natives in colonial times, but the...
Dispatches
With works spanning the design of buildings, landscapes, installations, exhibitions and objects, the projects of Asif Khan MBE explore sites of complex narratives, community empowerment and questions of identity. Collaborating with Canada Water and...
City Notes
Inspired by the golden age of nightlife, Calgary's Sweet Loretta Bar nods to the throbbing energy of 1970s discos and vintage sound studios, the late-night venue situated in the city's design and arts district and offering an inclusive space for...
City Notes
Located within Newson’s Yard — a recently conceived design hub on the Pimlico Road in London’s Belgravia — Wildflowers is a new neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and deli with a focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients cooked over...
City Notes
Chef Santiago Lastra's latest venture sees London-based A-nrd Studio create a metaphorical home-away-from-home, where the locally inspired fare and affable atmosphere of family-owned Mexican restaurants unite with a contemporary twist informed by...
Dispatches
Keeping dogs healthy goes beyond feeding them nutritious meals and taking them for regular walks. Oral hygiene is crucial to their well-being, yet it is often overlooked. Poor dental care can lead to bad breath, gum disease, and even serious heart...
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A new fence installation is a substantial investment, but the rewards are worth it. The right fence enhances your home and garden's aesthetic and adds a layer of privacy and security. While the decision to add a fence might be relatively...
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Choosing a medical alert system is a significant decision, especially for seniors who want to remain at home but have immediate help available when needed. ADT medical alert systems are well known and offer a range of emergency response devices with...
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Every business has financial commitments — amounts it owes to suppliers, lenders, or other parties. Two common liabilities on the balance sheet are accounts payable and notes payable. While both involve money owed, they differ in purpose,...