Tag: Installation

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouMar 13, 202011:04 am

Door #10E: Grant Park Tree Door, part of Tiny Doors ATL project

Tiny Doors ATL: Unlocking Big Charm Behind Tiny Closed Doors

Atlanta, Georgia, is a city steeped in history. One of the country’s most formidable cultural destinations, this state capital is home to nearly half a million citizens, as well as countless points of interest – including theaters, museums, galleries, and trails. One local artist knows all too well about the abundance of historical hotspots and the likelihood of becoming overwhelmed by all that the city has to offer tourists and residents alike. But Karen Anderson Singer isn’t your average tour guide.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouJan 31, 202012:04 pm

"Memory Palace" sprawling installation created by artist Es Devlin

Es Devlin Sets the Stage for a Shift in Human Perspective

In her most recent installation, “Memory Palace,” British artist and stage designer Es Devlin used a massive space, further amplified by mirrors and visual illusion, to convey the journey of humanity – past, present, and future. The work, which just concluded a showing at the Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery in London, features noteworthy events in humanity, carved from bamboo and given life and dimension.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouDec 30, 201910:31 am

Simulation of "Klimt: gold and colour" artwork, the Bassins de Lumières

Bassins de Lumières Immerses Visitors in a Flowing Canvas of Art

Once used as a base for Italian and German submarines during World War II, Bassins de Lumières, or “Basins of Light,” serves a far different purpose today. Located in Bordeaux, France, the over 13,000-square-meter space will open to the public in April of 2020 as the world’s largest digital art center.

Life by Katerina PapathanasiouDec 12, 201910:31 am

Illuminated ice and snow sculptures and attractions during the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in Heilongjiang Province, China

Exploring the World’s Largest Celebration of Ice and Snow

Some people dream of tropical climates and hot, sandy beaches when they plan a vacation – the hotter, the better. For those who prefer a cooler destination, the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in Heilongjiang Province, China may be just the place.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouNov 25, 201911:58 am

Iconic photograph of a sailor and nurse kissing on V-J Day in Times Square, New York

Commemorating the Kiss Heard Round the World

The world changed on August 14, 1945. World War II was finally over after six long years. Photographer Alfred Eisenstaedt was in New York City, where citizens and soldiers alike were buzzing with excitement and celebration about the end of the war. As he snapped photos of revelers in Times Square, he captured what would become one of the most iconic images of modern art.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouOct 21, 201912:42 pm

The IYP Weaves a Strong Fiber of Hope for Refugees

Activist and artist Cindy Weil wanted to publicly commemorate the profound contributions of immigrants to the creation of American culture. She founded the Immigrant Yarn Project (IYP), a community public art collaboration and one of the largest works of yarn-based art in the country, in 2017 to serve as a beautiful metaphor depicting the collective immigrant experience.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouOct 4, 201910:05 am

Pairs of black high heels placed on two towering walls of a building

440 Pairs of Women’s Shoes Mark Femicide in Turkey

Some 440 women in Turkey were murdered by their partners in 2018 alone. Turkish artist Vahit Tuna decided to create a visually startling installation to raise public awareness of the horrors of domestic violence.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouOct 2, 201911:47 am

Brightly colored 30-foot-tall totems lighting up the desert sky

Magic in the Mojave: The Desert Art of Ugo Rondinone

Renowned Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone wants to promote the “creative expression of human presence in the desert.” His large-scale public art installation, titled “Seven Magic Mountains,” does that and more. It is a towering display of seven, colorful towers that soar above the landscape, just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouSep 26, 20198:53 am

Giant troll carving his dreams into ancient tree

The Seven Friendly Giants of Belgium’s De Schorre Park

Just inside the leafy cover of the De Schorre Park forest, seven friendly giants stand constant guard, greeting visitors and keeping watch over the lush, green landscape. These enormous figures range from 23 to 59 feet long, but what makes them truly unique is that they are crafted entirely from discarded, recycled wood.

Culture by Katerina PapathanasiouSep 16, 20195:03 am

One Man’s Trash: Vince Hannemann’s Cathedral of Junk

Backyard landscapes vary wildly by homeowners’ taste and style, but one Austin yard stands out as the most unique of all. The aptly named “Cathedral of Junk” towers over the home of folk artist Vince Hannemann, boasting over 60 tons of accumulated trash.