Category: Culture
CANVAS Insight: Art Basel
In the 48 hours that the CANVAS team spent in Basel at the opening of the world’s leading art fair, we went to the main pavilions where the most renowned objects and leading artists were presented by the mega galleries and younger contemporary players, visited parallel fairs and shared thoughts and opinions with the industry professionals. More than...
How do brands create new experiences and drive emotions through art?
While fine art and corporate businesses might seem like two worlds that are separated by a concrete wall, the synergies have been becoming more and more prominent over the last few years. With the raise of the experiential economy, people are no longer satisfied with buying a product or a service… Instead of materialistic attributes...
Frieze Fair
Frieze Fair is yet another art fair that explores digital this year, while announcing the Frieze Viewing Room it revealed a larger hybrid program of online and offline activity. According to the organisers “Frieze Week programming both throughout London and online to include Frieze Sculpture, LIVE, Frieze Talks and major museum shows across the city....
KAWS – one of the most celebrated contemporary artists
KAWS is one of the most celebrated contemporary artists. Most of us have seen his funny toys with crosses replacing the eyes of the characters. These crosses have been the artist’s signature since 1996 when he was creating graffiti on the streets of New York. Being known for showcasing his art in unorthodox places, KAWS...
Nordic fair CHART
While many institutions are starting to recognise historically underrepresented women artists, the leading Nordic fair CHART (www.chartartfair.com/) has taken a step further and is showcasing solely female artists in this year’s edition. The unique challenges coming from the current global health crisis have presented an opportunity for the old foundations to be shaken up. By...