Art
Authenticity and Consistency: An Interview with Artist Paris Black on Portraiture, Culture, and Film Influence
Authenticity and Consistency: An Interview with Artist Paris Black on Portraiture, Culture, and Film Influence
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Fashion
Collecting, Expressing, Experimenting: The Path to Individual Style
For as long as I can remember, I have struggled to find clothing that makes me feel like my most authentic self. I would chase trends, thinking that would make me stylish. Over time, I realized that true personal style is about absorbing the world around you and discovering what truly resonates.
Culture
Your Local Theater Needs You
Movie theaters are an endangered species, but they are an indisposable part of the cinematic ecosystem. If you care about film, support the ones near you.
Film & TV
Sean Baker's Battle Cry: A Plea To Revive Cinema Culture
This past Sunday at the 2025 Oscars, a low-budget, independently made film took home five Academy Awards. Written and directed by Sean Baker this film won Best Picture, Best Lead Actress, and three others, undeniably consecrating its widespread success.
Art
Firelei Báez’s Exhibition – The Bridge from Multiple Perspectives
Yesterday, I visited the Hauser & Wirth gallery, one of my favorite art spaces in downtown LA, to see what was on. The overall vibe is definitely a lot less “lofty” compared to some other art galleries, with a little oasis of coffee and conversation in the center. The size
Art
The LA Frieze Sales summary
Despite the recent fire that had a damaging impact on the art community in LA, LA Frieze, being one of the biggest art events, that started last weekend has been a huge success.
Art
From the artists to the art market?
After my visit to the LA Frieze and seeing the frontline of the commercialized art activity here in the U.S., it got me thinking about whether I, as an inspiring artist, will join this grand event at some points and what is actually happening in the art market, which
Fashion
Iris Van Herpen: The Intersection of Fashion and Sculpture
In January 2024, I had the privilege of experiencing Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. This extraordinary exhibition showcased over a hundred of her haute couture masterpieces, offering an immersive journey into her world of artistry and innovation.
Film & TV
James Bond Is Dead. Long Live James Bond.
With Amazon MGM taking over creative control of 007, the age of of Bond being synonymous with big-screen blockbusters is at and end. Brace yourself for the assault of spinoffs and streaming content.
Film & TV
The Prescience of The Truman Show
Nearly 30 years after its release, The Truman Show has only grown in relevance, as everyone has come to join Truman as products trapped in a false world.
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Writers Block Isn't What You Think It Is ✍️
Struggling with writer’s block? It’s not a lack of ideas—it’s how you’re thinking about them. Discover why creative blocks happen, how to turn them into opportunities, and practical ways to stay productive even when inspiration feels out of reach.
