(1960-1988) Who Was Jean-Michel Basquiat? Jean-Michel Basquiat first attracted attention for his graffiti under the name “SAMO” in New York City. He sold sweatshirts and postcards featuring his artwork on the streets before his painting career took off. He collaborated with Andy Warhol in the mid-1980s, which resulted in a show of their work. Basquiat
Since their debut in 2019, BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE — or simply, BALLISTIK BOYZ or BBZ — have consistently showcased the artistic excellence that many acts have become renowned for in Japanese music, consistently rising within its competitive ranks and letting it be known that they are more than equipped to take their rightful
Representational image. Credit: Canva GAF Energy, the leading provider of solar roofing in North America, has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art solar roofing testing facility and initiate a new round of Building Integrated Solar (BIPV) testing. This initiative is supported in part by a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) investment. The new testing project
The University of Saskatchewan Art Galleries and Collection (USAGaC) has now opened the application call for the third annual ohpinamake Prize for Indigenous Artists. “ohpinamake” is a nêhiyawêwin term meaning “to lift others,” which was gifted to USAGaC by three Indigenous community leaders: elders Maria Campbell and Louise Bernice Halfe-Sky Dancer, and artist and alumna Ruth
The artwork will be used as the visual identity of Refugee Week for the City of Sydney and promote our commitment as a Refugee Welcome Zone. The artwork will: promote a welcoming culture, belonging and community for refugees and people seeking asylum celebrate the contribution refugees and people seeking asylum make to our communities increase
On view February 10 – July 13, 2024 Opening celebration February 9 from 4:30–6:30. Light refreshments will be served. This exhibition is presented by The Museum for Black Girls, directed by Charlie Billingsly and Von Ross. In their own words, Billingsly and Ross “explore the different ways that Black women are the foundation and blueprint
At the other end of the experiential spectrum (pun intended), ExtraOrdinary! demonstrates how magnitude can yield an audible, physical presence. Zimoun’s 405 prepared dc motors, cotton balls, cardboard boxes 46x46x46 creates a wall of sound, as its title signals, with cotton balls and cardboard boxes. Small motors that originally wound up window shades send the
I have already written about bands and performers who also have alter egos, or secret side projects, but today I’m going to dive into the rabbit hole of bands “formerly known as” rather than “also known as.” You know — just like how the City of Kitchener used to be called Berlin, A&P grocery
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Artwork from artists across 14 states will be showcased across Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Maryville, and Alcoa for Dogwood Arts‘ 2024-2025 Art In Public Places Sculpture Exhibition. The installations began during the week of June 17 and will continue through Sunday, June 23. The exhibition includes 30 new sculptures chosen by Andrea
Courtesy Photo The Weeknd has become the first Canadian artist to achieve seven diamond certified singles, following the RIAA‘s certification of “Save Your Tears” and “Die For You.” He’s also the fourth overall artist to score seven or more diamond tracks, which marks at least 10 million equivalent units sold. Additionally, his collaboration with Madonna and