Two Women at the Helm of Their Family’s Design Legacy
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
Two Women at the Helm of Their Family’s Design Legacy
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Ellen Gallagher’s Futuristic Archives
Kadish Morris speaks with Artist Ellen Gallagher about her exhibition at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam. Gallagher, known for her multimedia artworks exploring race, identity, and cultural history, presents a retrospective spanning her career and her exhibition where she showcases her work, including paintings, drawings, collages, and sculptures. Gallagher's art is characterized by its exploration of themes such as Black identity, history, and the complexities of representation. Providing an insight into Gallagher's artistic process and the significance of her work within the contemporary art world, emphasizing her contributions to discussions surrounding race and culture.
T MAGAZINE
Brian Flaherty has a conversation between Llisa Demetrios, the chief curator of the Eames Institute, and Giovanna Castiglioni, daughter of Achille Castiglioni, a renowned Italian lighting designer. Discussing their shared passion for design and the responsibility of managing their respective family legacies. Both emphasize the importance of curiosity and playfulness in learning, reflecting on their childhood experiences surrounded by design. They talk about their roles in archiving and showcasing their family's work, as well as upcoming exhibitions. Castiglioni expresses concern about the future of the Achille Castiglioni Foundation's location, while Demetrios empathizes with the challenges of preserving legacies. Despite uncertainties, both women remain optimistic about the future and the impact of their work on future generations.
HOW TO SPEND IT
Rosalind Tallmadge's mesmerizing paintings that blend the earthly with the otherworldly have captured an audience within the art world. Picture shimmering landscapes that feel both familiar and dreamlike at the same time. Tallmadge works her magic with metallic hues and organic forms, creating this enchanting vibe that's hard to describe, like stepping into a surreal world where nature meets the mystical. Maxwell Rabb dives into Tallmadge's creative process and what inspires her, giving us a peek behind the curtain of her mesmerizing art. It's the kind of stuff that makes you feel like you're being whisked away to another dimension, even if just for a moment.
ARTSY
The recent Supreme Court ruling regarding abortion rights and the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) has been highlighted as one of the most crucial in recent times in the US Healthcare system. In the case of "Moyle v. United States," the Court ruled that EMTALA does not require hospitals to provide abortions, even in cases where a woman's life or health is at risk due to pregnancy complications which has been widely criticized. Millhiser discusses the decision as a setback for reproductive rights advocates, as it limits access to abortion care, particularly in states with restrictive abortion laws like Idaho. The potential implications of the ruling for women's health care and the ongoing battle over abortion rights in the United States is another blow within the community and is a topic of contention to be discussed.
VOX
In late February, he gave one of his final interviews about staying incoherent, being of-the-moment, and communicating through socks. Gaetano Pesce talks with Max Lakin on focusing on his perspectives on fashion and design, and his origins of his artistry. Pesce, renowned architect and designer, discusses his innovative approach, blending art, architecture, and fashion. He speaks on the importance of individuality and creativity in design, where he criticizes the homogeneity prevalent in contemporary fashion. Advocating for a more inclusive and diverse industry that celebrates uniqueness and rejects standardization.