art + inspiration
Collage portraits and the Boss Covers Prince
Gentle reader — it’s so boring to detail the ins and outs of one’s health issues but I’ve been struggling with a few things, nothing serious, it turns out. But, it’s been a challenge getting to all the tasks and responsibilities. I fear my beloved newsletter has suffered. However, I’m delighted to deliver a bevy of goodies, designed to remind you of goodness, and joy, and creativity. Enjoy! And, thanks for stickin around.
I mean, I could watch this for HOURS. Soothing, beautiful, mesmerizing. And, they take commissions!
These collage portraits are INCREDIBLE! Wow wow wow — the work of Michael Mapes. Here’s an IG feature about them.
“Blauw Girl” (2018), pinning foam, insect pins, photographs, specimen containers, glass vials, fabric samples, acrylic paint, beads, human hair, doll hair, gelatin capsules, canvas, cotton thread, and rope, 34 x 28 x 3.5 inches. OMG pleeeaaazze watch this — and don’t give up before the dance break. (Lola Falana Forever.)
OK, this one made me cry. Srsly. MPLS, Prince, the Boss. Art and artists will save us, I know it.
What I wouldn’t give to see this Schiaparelli show at the V & A in London.
Oh, hell yes, we’re gonna be watching this long-lost Joan Crawford picture.
It appears that the folks at Vogue Italia are having a sale this weekend? In their Milan offices, of second-hand fashion. Which, on its own is tantalizing. Then, there’s this oh-so-charming IG reel advertising the event. I mean…
Loving these spring paintings of Jiyoung Park.
Cool feature on NYC’s first lady, the artist Rama Duwaji.
Massive scroll painting from Colonial India on view at Yale University.
Very cool dance video featuring a remix of Sugar Hill Gang’s classic Rapper’s Delight + great choreo.
Happy 84th birthday, Barbra Streisand! Here’s a selection of b/w photos of her from the 60s. Delish.
So good to be back. Oh, and a HUGE thanks to the new paid subscribers. Warms my heart and quickens my pulse. Your support is much appreciated. Here’s wishing you all a wonderful weekend. —Chris
