Mary Heilmann's installation at the Whitney Museum of American Art offers a serene escape from the world's increasing inhospitable nature, allowing viewers to slow down and observe the waves. The exhibit features multiple relationships with water, evoking feelings of being both on top of and submerged in them. Located in New York City, the installation is part of the museum's Long Line exhibition, set to run until January 19, 2026.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/05/06/whitney-museum-of-american-art-invites-visitors-to-take-in-the-river-viewThe Art Newspaper is highlighting various exhibitions in New York City this spring, including a historic Harlem Renaissance show at the Met and MoMA's Joan Jonas retrospective. Melissa Cody and Nona Faustine are also debuting solo works at museums. Additionally, exhibitions featuring Judy Chicago, Ed Ruscha, Barkley L. Hendricks, Ruth Asawa, Shary Boyle, and Korean experimental art will be showcased in the city this autumn.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/05/06/ten-top-shows-to-see-in-new-york-during-frieze-weekAustralian supermodel Miranda, 42, made a dramatic entrance at the 2025 Met Gala in New York City, turning heads with a show-stopping sculptural black gown featuring exaggerated origami-style folds and wire-mesh veil. She paired it with floor-grazing statement sleeves, long black opera gloves, strappy stilettos, and a diamond choker necklace, showcasing her toned physique and statuesque frame.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14685429/Miranda-Kerr-facetimes-kids-Met-Gala.htmlPharrell Williams, co-chair of The Met and creative director of Louis Vuitton, praised Rihanna's outfit at the Met Gala, highlighting its significance as a piece of art that honors Black culture, acknowledging the substantial influence of African heritage on global fashion.
https://www.tmz.com/2025/05/06/blackpink-singer-lisa-rosa-parks-underwear-designed-by-pharrell/The Met Gala saw a diverse range of stylish outfits, including women's trouser suits by Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Burberry, and Haider Ackermann, designed by Pharrell Williams, Lupita Nyong'o, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Madonna. Rihanna made an impact with her baby bump in a cropped black jacket, grey corset, and deconstructed pinstripe skirt suit by Marc Jacobs. The event also featured notable no-shows, including Naomi Campbell due to a reported feud with Anna Wintour, and Beyoncé, who was busy with her Cowboy Carter tour.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14685419/How-Met-Gala-gave-women-excuse-beat-men.htmlPresident Donald Trump will attend a showing of Les Misérables at the Kennedy Center in June, marking his first performance at the center as president. He will also host a private fundraising reception beforehand, raising funds for the institution he now runs. This event is part of Trump's promised cultural renaissance and comes after he previously rejected the Kennedy Center due to artist protests during his administration.
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/05/trumps-kennedy-center-appearance/682710/The Eurovision Song Contest has a history of showcasing unique and memorable performances, with some acts being more successful than others. Notable examples include ABBA's win in 1974 with "Waterloo", as well as performances by Cliff Richard and Julio Iglesias in the 1960s and 1970s. More recently, Engelbert Humperdinck represented the UK in 2012. The contest has also featured less-known acts that have made a lasting impact, such as those who wore outrageous costumes or incorporated impressive stunts into their performances.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/eurovision-performances-underrated-history-books-20250505-p5lwow.htmlThe artist's "Shadow Talk" series highlights the weight of responsibility that comes with being a young woman, emphasizing the gaze of others on her life. The concept is rooted in performance art, focusing on spotlights, light sources, and moments of physical exposure that define coming-of-age. The shadow symbolizes outdated versions of oneself and others who no longer exist, embodying "otherness" through aura or energy.
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/a-little-shadow-talk-with-dylan-rose-rheingold-in-rome/The Victoria and Albert Museum and the National Gallery in London are hosting a collection of artworks featuring Sultan Mehmed II, including a portrait painted by Italian artist Gentile Bellini, who was invited to Istanbul by Mehmed the Conqueror between 1479 and 1481. These works, created during Bellini's stay, offer a glimpse into life in the Ottoman Empire at that time, showcasing the significance of Mehmed II as a ruler.
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