Tag: Art
The Seed of the Sacred Fig: Chicago Reader Review
The Seed of the Sacred Fig, directed by Mohammad Rasoulof, is a nearly three-hour film that starts with a sense of political urgency and...
Finding Inspiration in Nature: Jack Colin Syron’s Poetic Journey at Poetry...
Jack Colin Syron, a poet, has found inspiration in nature for his poetic journey at Poetry Foundation. He delves into the beauty and complexity...
Exploring Experimental Fantasias in The Moviegoer – Chicago Reader
The Moviegoer is a diary of a local film enthusiast who explores the best of Chicago's independent and underground film scene. Experimental cinema is...
Vanessa German’s Logan Center Exhibition: A Must-See in Chicago
Vanessa German, a Pittsburgh/Asheville-based artist, recently held a solo exhibition at the Logan Center Gallery in Chicago. The exhibition, titled “At the end of...
Duct-Taped Banana Artwork from Art Basel Miami Beach Auction Expected to...
In a supermarket, you can buy a banana for less than a dollar. But what about a banana duct-taped to a wall? Well, that...
Wendy Eisenberg’s Eye Surgery-Inspired Song Cycle – Chicago Reader Review
Wendy Eisenberg is known for their incredible skills as a guitarist and their ability to excel in both spontaneous and structured musical settings. However,...
Electronic Body Movie: Review and Analysis – Chicago Reader
Electronic Body Music (EBM) may not be a term that everyone is familiar with, but in the world of dark electronic music, it's a...
Exploring the Sensuality of Art in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Breathing in the autumn air, I delved into Susan Sontag's writings in "Against Interpretation" to find solace from the constant stream of war and...
Art Design Chicago Showcases Local Perspectives and Histories Through Diverse Exhibitions...
Art Design Chicago is a vibrant arts initiative that aims to showcase local perspectives and histories through a diverse range of exhibitions and events....
Exploring Red Line Service Artists in Chicago – Chicago Reader Feature
In the project 60 wrd/min art critic, writer Lori Waxman explores how art writing can serve an expanded field of artists—including those incarcerated, trying...
Exploring the Best Ariels in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Idle Muse Theatre Company's production of The Tempest takes a unique approach by casting six actors to embody the character of Ariel, Prospero's ethereal...
Exploring the Chicago Reader’s Review of Daaaaaalí in Chicago – A...
The film "Daaaaaalí!" takes a unique approach to exploring the life of Salvador Dalí, the famous surrealist painter. Instead of focusing on the typical...
Lady Amelia Windsor shines at Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition...
Lady Amelia Windsor and Emma Weymouth were spotted at the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition party, looking stunning in their glamorous outfits. Lady...
Robert Mapplethorpe, Patti Smith & ’70s Underground Club Culture Inspired Emma...
Emma D'Arcy's red-carpet style stands out from other Hollywood stars. She draws inspiration from the underground club culture of the 1970s, iconic figures like...
Assassin’s Creed Shadows fan theory over its map gains momentum after...
Assassin's Creed Shadows fan theory over its map gains momentum after fans solve Ubisoft's riddles for more tantalizing concept artUbisoft has sent out brand...
Art inspired by sea shown on World Ocean Day
Art inspired by sea shown on World Ocean DayA Brighton-based artist is showing her work as part of an exhibition delving into the challenges...
Art will literally be in the air as Three Rivers Arts...
Art will literally be in the air as Three Rivers Arts Festival opens FridayThe much-anticipated Three Rivers Arts Festival is set to kick off...