When Art Speaks in Layers Some books are more than just beautiful objects they’re gateways to larger conversations. This month, our Coffee Table Book Club selections, Ebony G. Patterson’s …while the dew is still on the roses… and Solange Knowles’…
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Coffee Table Book Club: Exploring Solange Knowles’ Visual Language in In Past Pupils and Smiles
Some artists move through the world like echoes—reverberating through genres, blurring the lines between form, and reshaping our understanding of what art can be. Solange Knowles is one of those artists. Her work is not just about music, fashion, or…
One Singular Sensation: A Chorus Line’s Legacy 50 Years On
There are shows that dazzle.And then there are shows that see you. One. Singular. Sensation. It’s a lyric that’s become shorthand for showbiz glitz, but behind the sparkle lies something deeper: a mirror. And in 1975, A Chorus Line held…
Artist of the Year: How I Channel My Creativity with the Right Tools and Style
Sometimes, all you need is the right setting to get those creative juices flowing. And when I’m watching Portrait Artist of the Year, I find that inspiration strikes instantly. Between the elegance of the art, the passion of the artists,…
Artist of the Year
Some shows feel like a warm invitation to slow down and immerse yourself in creativity. Portrait Artist of the Year is exactly that. It’s a cozy, engaging journey into the world of portraiture, where art takes center stage, and you’re…
Curtain Call Conversations: Fashion Inspired by Broadway Musicals
If there’s one thing Broadway gets right besides the music and drama it’s style. The costumes, the attitude, the way a character’s look tells you everything before they say a word. And if you’ve ever wanted to bring a little…
How to Build a Personal Arts Ritual (Inspired by Artists & Creatives)
Great artists and creatives don’t just wait for inspiration to strike they cultivate creativity through consistent rituals. A personal arts ritual helps you stay connected to your creative practice, whether you’re a painter, writer, dancer, or simply someone who loves…
Cinematic Soirées: Mahogany A Stylish Night of Luxury and Indulgence
Cinematic Soirées: Mahogany A Stylish Night of Luxury and IndulgenceFor this edition of Cinematic Soirées, we’re diving into the world of Mahogany (1975) a film that follows the journey of an aspiring fashion designer, played by the iconic Diana Ross….
The Velvet Frame: The Josephine Baker Story (1991)
Step Into the Scene She takes the stage barefoot, draped in pearls and banana leaves, her body moving with joy, precision, and defiance. The audience roars white Parisian men in tuxedos, women in furs—but Josephine does not perform for them….
Ease on Down the Road: 50 Years of The Wiz and Its Cultural Legacy
There are stories we inherit like heirlooms passed down in rhythm and rhyme, told in color and soul. The Wiz is one of them. It premiered on Broadway in 1975, glittering and unapologetic, a wholly Black reimagining of The Wizard…
Romanticize Your Creativity: Practices That Spark Joy
The Art of Wonder: Reawakening Curiosity We’ve been taught to wait for inspiration.To sit still until something divine whispers, “Now’s the time.” But the most magnetic creatives—the ones who glow from the inside out—don’t wait. They romanticize their creativity.They make…
Like Water for Chocolate Ballet: Not Many Nights Out Top This One
The perfect evening out is a delicate balance of elegance and a subtle touch of “you will look at me!” and when I’m getting ready for a magical night like Like Water for Chocolate Ballet, I lean into this vibe….