Author: Iris

A new series of paintings by Nova Scotia artist Jazz Keillor (previously shown here). “Paradise,” recently exhibited at the Katzman Art Project, explores the invisible walls that delineate our collective conception of wilderness. Reflecting on how outdoor experiences can bring about a sense of joy, Keller considers the contradictory frameworks that pave the way for such enjoyment: “The word paradise can be traced back to the Old Persian word Pairidaeza, which refers to a walled enclosure, playground, or garden. When Banff National Park was established in 1887, the area was officially designated a “pleasure place,” and the term Used to…

In some of her later still lifes, the painter Tamara de Lempicka signed her name on scraps of trompe l’oeil paper, the curled edges of which seemed to peel away from the painting’s surface Come down. A common trope in Dutch vanity scenes of the Golden Age, this convention at once demonstrates Lempicka’s affinity with the history of painting and serves as a reminder of the ease with which the artist represented his identity. The latest research shows that Lempicka was born in 1894 as Tamara Rosa Hurwitz-Gorska. She was repeatedly called Mr. Lempicki, Tama La de Lempicka and Baroness…

As the year 2024 is almost over, we pause to celebrate the artists who have created great work this year. One such artist is New Jersey-based Nancy Staub Laughlin, who has crafted a unique artistic language by blending pastels on paper with photography to create intricate assemblages.Nancy doesn’t just create art; she invites us into an immersive world where vibrant colors, radiant light, and layered textures converge. Her work is a harmonious balance between the allure of nature and her own distinct vision. Her creative process begins with arranging still-life compositions that she photographs. These images are more than mere…

Sotheby’s will auction an original artwork created by Maurice Sendak for the first “New York is a Land of Books” promotional poster, with an estimate of $300,000-600,000. This pen, ink and watercolor on paper depicts one of the American illustrator’s favorite “wildlife” characters, roughly the size of the Empire State Building, depicted leaning against the Empire State Building while enjoying an apple while reading Summer novels by lott brontë villette. “When you think of Maurice Sendak and his legacy, the first thing that comes to your mind is where are the wild animals“, Sotheby’s books and manuscripts specialist Ella Hall…

Mocha Mousse makes its debut as Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year. (Unless otherwise noted, all images courtesy of Pantone)The Pantone Color Institute has announced its 2025 Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse. Mocha Mousse follows this year’s semi-upbeat Peach Fuzz selection, which is exactly what it’s described as – a light, sweet, creamy brown with warm undertones. This is the first time Pantone has chosen brown to distinguish it. Not counting the 2015 earthy reddish-brown Marsala.As matters of personal taste tend to arise, Pantone’s Color of the Year (and occasionally tandem selections) have been controversial since their introduction in…

Rebecca Horn was my first art obsession. I spent much of my first winter in art school alone in my apartment, sheltering from the brutal Rhode Island snowstorms and away from home and those close to me. It was during this time that I stumbled across Horn’s work and I was immediately drawn to her life and artistic practice. There was nothing in my living room but a large mirror leaning against the wall and a window overlooking the town square. it resembles the room in which horne performed Scrape two walls at the same time (1974-75) as part of…

Miami- Even the most discerning art connoisseur must occasionally ask themselves an honest question: “Is this work good or just big?” Scale is the essence of the art market, and nowhere is it more evident than at art fairs, where monumental Sculptures and paintings distract from the bleak atmosphere of the trade show.Monumentality is the guiding principle of the Meridian section of Art Basel Miami Beach, and on its opening day, Dec. 4, onlookers surrounded Portia Munson’s “Tethered” in an oddly hushed reverence. Bound Angel (2021) – I can confirm that this is an installation that is not only huge…

As the year 2024 is almost over, we pause to celebrate the artists who have shaped the creative landscape. One such visionary is New Jersey-based Nancy Staub Laughlin, who has crafted a unique artistic language by blending pastels on paper with photography to create intricate assemblages. Nancy doesn’t just create art; she invites us into an immersive world where vibrant colors, radiant light, and layered textures converge. Her work is a harmonious balance between the allure of nature and her own distinct vision. Her creative process begins with arranging still-life compositions that she photographs. These images are more than mere…

As the year 2024 gets close to the end, it’s a great time to reflect on the creative minds who have been producing great works in the art world. Among them is Sonja Kalb, an artist whose journey from the precision of textile and design engineering to the fluid, expressive realm of abstraction embodies a fascinating transformation. Kalb, born in Stuttgart, Germany, began her career grounded in technical expertise. Her training as a Dipl. Ing. in Textile and Design immersed her in a world of structure and precision, where patterns and detail reigned. But even in this calculated environment, her…

Chinese-born cryptocurrency entrepreneur Justin Sun purchased Maurizio Cattelan’s comedianLast week, a banana taped to the wall sold for $6.20, and he made good on his promise to eat it. Immediately after purchasing the controversial artwork at Sotheby’s in New York, Sun announced on X that he would not only pay for it with TRON, the cryptocurrency he created, but also spend it. In front of reporters at one of Hong Kong’s most expensive hotels, Sun munched on a banana after delivering a speech praising the artwork as “iconic.” He also compared concept art to cryptocurrencies. “It’s much better than other bananas,”…