Alic Brock's new exhibition, "Suspended Daydreams," features acrylic paintings created using his signature airbrush technique. The works reflect a period of profound transition in Brock's life, including the loss of his mother and the birth of his son. This dual experience influenced his approach to visual storytelling, blending pop culture references with personal imagery. Born in Dayton, Ohio, and now based in Atlanta, Georgia, Brock's practice explores themes of visual transmission and contemporary communication through a vibrant color palette and manipulated digital and manual techniques.
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/alic-brock-suspended-daydreams-richard-heller-gallery-santa-monica/The Art Basel Shop will release the remaining figurines at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, limited to one monster per person, as part of Art Basel 2025.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/16/limited-edition-labubu-causes-bedlam-at-the-art-basel-shopArt Basel 2025 is expected to be a risk-taker's fair, with commercial galleries pushing the boundaries of traditional art fairs. The fair's new director, Bridget Finn, has introduced smaller stands to attract emerging galleries and increase Latin American representation, aiming to move beyond just selling art for profit.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/16/in-tough-times-for-dealers-art-basel-debuts-a-section-for-new-worksThe documentary "Whispering Walls" directed by Eylem Kaftan tells the life story of Turkish painter Burhan Doğançay, who rose from a young immigrant in New York in the 1960s to become a global art leader. The film showcases his transformation through his signature collage technique and explores societal changes over four decades through his vibrant artworks. It also features his photography archive from 114 countries and includes interviews with Kaftan's partner Angela Doğançay, who shares insights into their love story and artistic partnership.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/documentary-traces-artistic-journey-of-burhan-dogancay-210379Buse Babadağ, a 29-year-old Turkish dancer, has been appointed prima ballerina at Ballet San Antonio, becoming the first Turkish ballerina in U.S. history to receive the title. Born in Istanbul, Babadağ began ballet at age nine and later trained at Istanbul University State Conservatory under mentor Christopher Paluch, before continuing her studies at Germany's Hochschule für Musik und Theater – Ballett Akademie München. Her decision to move to America was sparked by a casual conversation with a friend in Munich, leading to an audition with Tulsa Ballet that resulted in her current appointment.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/buse-babadag-becomes-first-turkish-prima-ballerina-in-us-history-210374Australian artist CJ Hendry has rejected the "high-end" art world, citing its exclusivity and lack of connection to everyday life. Despite having a global following on social media, Hendry does not feel she fits into the prestigious Archibald Prize, which is considered a benchmark for Australian portraiture.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/australian-artist-cj-hendry-rejects-our-high-end-art-world-20250617-p5m84y.htmlDesign Basel, a new dealer-run fair, aims to fill the gap left by Design Miami's cancellation in February. The event features works from 11 mostly French galleries, including those represented by Charlotte Ketabi-Lebard at Parisian gallery Ketabi Bourdet, and is being held in a Gothic Revival church in Basel.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/16/new-dealer-run-fair-aims-to-fill-gap-left-by-design-miamiThe Gloucester Arts Festival, now in its ninth year, has attracted collectors and critics with its innovative plein air art, featuring winners such as Doug Clarke and Andras Bality. The festival's exhibition at the Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester in the historic Main Street district showcases traditional techniques and contemporary expression, including awards for Best Nocturne, Best Architectural, and Best Use of Light.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gloucester-arts-festival-announces-2025-plein-air-invitational-winners-elevating-coastal-virginia-as-a-national-arts-destination-302483437.htmlThe Imperial Hotel, Kyoto is a luxury establishment that combines ancient capital's Gion entertainment district with modern comfort. The hotel features three guestroom areas - Preservation, Renovation, and Extension - each with its unique architectural style. The most exclusive suite, the "Imperial Suite", offers breathtaking views of the Higashiyama Mountains and the Yasaka Kaikan gazebo. Designed by architect Tomoyuki Sakakida, the hotel's interior respects Kyoto's climate, culture, and architecture, providing an immersive experience for guests.
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