Hosting Like a Dane | HUR Reads
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Hosting Like a Dane
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Philanthropist Agnes Gund on How to Ask People for Money
American philanthropist, collector and arts patron Agnes Gund is known for her work in arts education and as a social justice activist. She has been supporting marginalized and underrecognized artists for years. Through writer Lane Florsheim’s questions we get a peek inside the mind of Gund. From her thoughts on NFTs to the lessons she’s learned from fundraising.
WALL STREET JOURNAL
The Moon Jar is an icon in traditional Korean pottery, and has recently made a comeback. The Moon Jar was first introduced during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). The name relates to the ceramics’ shape and color which resembled the color of the moon. Writer Aileen Kwun speaks to Brooklyn-based ceramist Jane Yang-D’Haene, Clair Catillaz of Clam Lab and Los Angeles-based artist and writer Raina Lee about their modern take on the traditional Korean Moon Jar.
T MAGAZINE
Nancy Gabriel and Guillaume Excoffier have opened a new gallery space in Manhattan. Expect to find mid-century pieces mixed in with 1980s designs and contemporary items. The duo doesn’t focus on one particular style, but has a big appreciation for modernist Brazilian design. Starting out with hosting pop-up exhibitions across the world – from Paris to Beirut – Gabriel and Excoffier have now opened their first fixed space. Writer Ian Phillips speaks to the duo about their trajectory so far, and their approach to design.
1st DIBS INTROSPECTIVE MAGAZINE
A look into how other people host is always helpful, especially during this time when you might be looking for some inspiration. HTSI’s Jessica Beresford speaks with siblings Jewelry designer Sophie Bille Brahe and chef Frederik Bille Brahe about their approach to hosting. From the food that’s served to the music that’s played. And from our personal experience, the Danes do it well.
HOW TO SPEND IT
Tumblr has always been slightly different from its social platform counterparts – as long term users we also might be slightly biased. For a long time the platform managed to safekeep that slightly awkward part of The Internet. A place where people get nerdy about the things they truly care about. With more and more people fed up with Twitter’s new direction, many users are looking for new platforms to (re)join and some are considering Tumblr as their new digital homebase. Writer Rebecca Fishbein speaks to veteran Tumblr users about the influx of newcomers. And the Tumblr community isn’t afraid to share how they really feel about it all.