Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
Through modern electronics such as keyboard, drum machine and guitar the two of them sound like a five-piece band with sweet sounding vocals and harmonies to back it up ... From modern to classical, drama to musical, there is something for everyone. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Heeeere's Glenn! When the Lunatic Fringe Tries Comedy Sep 18, 2009
"I assume that in India, nothing is misspelled. And have you noticed that none of these seemingly genius kids go on to do anything? When will parents figure out that turning your kid into a Microsoft Word function is not great training for the modern world? Learning to scream and cry into a camera is the ticket." ... Beck's material wasn't original modern art is stupid, consumer-product warning labels are inane but he is a great performer, flying around the stage and making fun of his profuse... (Time.com)
My New York: Martha Stewart Sep 13, 2009
It s Swedish and Scandinavian antiques and mid-century modern furniture ... " 5. Wyeth Home, 315 Spring St., at Greenwich Street It s a fabulous, gigantic store filled with mouthwatering modern stuff. I go for inspiration. I m a hunter when it comes to antiquing. I m also a changer. Nothing is ever upholstered in [something I like]. I like to spend a lot of time at the upholsterer. 6. Chinatown I like Chinatown for vegetables and fish. I also like fresh water chestnuts and lychees, so I ll go... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Over 70,000 Hollywood Authentic Movie Props, Antiques, Collectibles To Sell Over 5 Days Sep 12, 2009
"Need your own throne? How about one from Planet of the Apes? Need a chandelier? We have hundreds." He added there are thousands of pieces of art deco, Rattan, mid-century modern and antique furniture, as well as furniture from dozens of vintage designers, including Heywood Wakefield, Kem Webber and Dunbar. In addition to furniture, there is lighting, jewelry, neon, paintings, photography, posters, wall art, vintage fabrics and linens, game room equipment, science fiction panels, castings,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Damien Hirst in Vicious Feud with Teenage Artist Over a Box of Pencils, Arifa Akbar, The Independent Sep 9, 2009
valued at 10,000,000". Cartrain is on bail and, if convicted, his actions will feature among the highest value modern art thefts in Britain. The box of pencils a very rare "Faber Castell dated 1990 Mongol 482 Series" will be put back by Hirst, although the installation is no longer on public display.But that is not the end of it. Police also arrested Cartrain's 49-year-old father, who they suspected of harbouring the pencils. "Initially, we arrested his dad but it soon became clear that it was... (Harper's Magazine)
‘Action' comics Sep 7, 2009
By bringing the character to the modern age, Catto and company have not limited themselves in their art or storytelling. In the most recent issue five, Captain Action finds himself fighting an alien threat and helping President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Mansfield man recreates vintage gas station Aug 31, 2009
He does modernize his cars, even though they look original ... With a modern lawn mower, it would take him all day. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Display kids' creations to add color and whimsy to a room and to boost their self-esteem Aug 29, 2009
Noble keeps the refrigerator clear of any clutter, but she has a modern 5-by-2-foot metal board in a kitchen nook to show off her children's latest projects. Sometimes she'll frame a section - rather than the whole piece - for a more sophisticated look. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
The X Factor: Manila's Footwear Expo Aug 18, 2009
Pop-culture fiends will delight in Sputnik, tel: (63-2) 709 1867, which sells local and international comics as well as vinyl toys, while fans of vintage furniture will find peace among the mid-century modern antiques of Karma, tel: (63-2) 437 0748, whose olive-green walls and steep red staircase provide a backdrop for Saarinen tulip chairs and Sciolari chandeliers. Meantime, Heritage, tel: (63-2) 692 3469, purveys a wealth of Filipiniana, from rare editions of writings by Philippine national... (Time.com)
What’s old is new: places to find vintage clothing Aug 13, 2009
But vintage just feels current right now, modern ... Throw in one of 40 South s oversized belt buckles and the look is a delightful middle ground between modern-day hipster and casual Friday Gram Parsons ... Cafe Society is stocked with lovely pieces in a modern day 10 or 12, with sizes up to 18 and 20 upon request. (Boston Globe)
Warner Bros. Entertainment to Stage Spectacular Events in New York City to Culminate Worldwide 70th Anniversary Celebration of The Wizard of Oz Aug 12, 2009
Consumer Products' now renowned Ruby Slipper Collection, which consists of 20 noted designers' modern interpretations of Dorothy's classic Ruby Slippers adorned with CRYSTALLIZED(TM) - Swarovski Elements. Since its debut one year ago in New York City to kick off Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, The Collection has toured more than 20 prestigious destinations around the world, including Los Angeles, Miami, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Dubai, Melbourne, and many more. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
From the HIP Aug 3, 2009
His recent work is something of a psychedelic trip with vivid colors and dimensional imagery think modern cubism meets Japanese pop art. The masterminds behind Contrast magazine and In4mation have brought Dalek to Hawai'i to bring a little more diversity to urban Honolulu. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Kendall Wilkinson finds interior design niche Jul 27, 2009
Whether tackling an entire residence or just one room, Wilkinson is equally comfortable creating traditional or modern spaces. The Kendall Wilkinson Home store on Sacramento Street offers a glimpse of her decorating style, with some of her own designs mixed in. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Cool meets quirky in stylist's home Jul 27, 2009
"I like to mix things with obvious age with modern clean lines. Believing that all the antiques are museum quality gives them a heightened status in a room." ... On top of the boxes, Kartell's black Bourgie lamps, made of polycarbonate, provide a modern spin on a classic baroque design. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Noble past, present Jul 23, 2009
With its steel-and-glass Modernist buildings and dedication to green living, Stockholm has the feel of a gleaming metropolis, but it offers a satisfying mix of old and new, from a well-preserved 17th-century warship to its glittering 20th-century City Hall ... If you just want to put on a heavy coat and drink a fancy vodka in a modern-day igloo, consider the fun, if touristy, Absolut Icebar ... While modern and progressive, Stockholm reveres its traditions. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Puzzlings Review Jul 20, 2009
I'm not necessarily disappointed by this, though, because I recognize that this is aimed squarely at gamers that don't block out every Thursday night to hammer on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. It's more for the crowd that plays Pokemon or cannot get enough of Sorority Life on Facebook. (IGN Wireless Games)
Hudson antique dealers struggling Jul 19, 2009
Jennifer Arensksjold, co-owner of Arenskjold Antiques Art and Modern Design has been dealing out of locations on Warren for 24 years and echoed Rosa and Smith s sentiment about the benefits of working in Hudson ... This also coincided with a change in taste in the market, as buyers began to shy away from old Victorian style brown furniture, becoming more interested in newer, modern style objects. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Summer in Greer: Blue skies, yellow flowers. Jul 16, 2009
Alpine Inn bed-and-breakfast offers old-fashioned hospitality combined with modern comfort and amenities. Some rooms have private balconies overlooking the mountains and Austrian-style village of Alpine. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Treasure Hunters to dig in Montrose Jul 14, 2009
Jewelry: Vintage jewelry, modern jewelry, diamond rings, broaches, bracelets, earrings, loose diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, all gemstones, rare vintage costume jewelry, etc. Platinum: Anything made from platinum is highly sought after. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Store owners create a custom lifestyle Jul 2, 2009
They both worked on Oldham's book, "Handmade Modern" (Collins Design) ... A Danish modern side chair was someone else's trash ... Store-bought white curtains were hand-stitched with the words "hello sunshine." In the living room, the media unit is a project from Oldham's "Handmade Modern" book; the door fronts are decorated with colorful wood veneer cutouts. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Waterloo Antiques Mall expands Jun 25, 2009
There is one area set aside for mid-century modern art and another area for retro items, including furniture items from the 1940s to 1960s. Rehm described the display as funky with a chrome kitchen table and dinnerware from the 1950s. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
How to spend a couple days in Tel Aviv Jun 6, 2009
And there's no better time to visit than now, as Tel Aviv, dubbed the first modern Hebrew city, celebrates the centenary of its founding in 1909 by Jewish immigrants to Ottoman Palestine. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Urban Cool Made in the Country May 30, 2009
Scego creates sleek, modern metal furniture, wall hangings and retail fixtures mostly out of aluminum, but some pieces are steel ... One magazine described Scego's work as "high end, modern, minimalist pieces that blur the lines between art and furniture.". (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Bisbee Lodging Tour offers 13 examples of hospitality May 28, 2009
Bisbee is the very real opposite of many towns and cities in Arizona that have destroyed their past the historic buildings, landscapes and streets, and replaced them with modern buildings so bland they could be in any part of the country, says Fred Miller, Copper City Inn and Cafe Roca. Bisbee is an authentic place. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Art Sale Beats Price Estimate as Hong Kong Collectors Bet Slump Has Ended May 25, 2009
Christies auction continues today with the day sale of Asia contemporary art and Chinese modern paintings. To contact the writer on the story: Le-Min Lim in Hong Kong at. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Buchanan hosts artists downtown May 23, 2009
The Buchanan Museum of Art will feature Hudson River Landscapes and other modern artists. "We are all looking forward to a vibrant art and antique focused weekend here in Buchanan this weekend," said the museum's Jeff Antisdel. (Niles Star, MI)
'(Auto)Biography': The delicate art of identity May 22, 2009
Comedian and talk-show host Byron Allen has sold a midcentury modern he owned in the "bird streets" area of the Hollywood Hills for. Toyota rolled out the revamped Prius on Monday, and said it already had 80,000 advance orders in Japan for the. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Seoul's ancient sights on a budget May 16, 2009
For hostels, the modern in the student district is also in the heart of Seoul s community of young designers, with a myriad of small cafes and an affordable Saturday art market ... At the top end of the area, around Anguk subway station, explore modern art galleries and the Ssamziegil Market for shopping or a bite to eat at the rooftop book and magazine cafe. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
10 things to do this weekend May 15, 2009
PREVIEW. A week of free admission to the NEW MODERN WING at the Art Institute of Chicago kicks off Saturday. Check it out before admission prices are raised next week. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Chicago-area dealers get walking papers from Chrysler May 15, 2009
"In addition, as suburbs grew and the modern interstate system continued to evolve, longstanding dealerships no longer were in the best or growing locations," the company said in its filing. "Many rural locations also served a diminishing population of potential consumers. Some dealership facilities became outdated. Other locations faced declining traffic count and declining populations.". (Crain's Chicago Business)
#64 PIERMONT, NEW YORK May 15, 2009
Check out downtown's fabulous art galleries and antiques -- among the best are Gallery Modern; AB Artisans, antique & fine jewelry and 21st Century Gallery. At the Turning Point Caf. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
#32 WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK May 15, 2009
STAY HERE The big buzz is on the town's newest hotel -- the means business, from its clean, modern interiors to its heady weekend rates (from 169; [607] 535-6116). A little more down to earth, the bed and breakfast gets high marks for friendly hosts and good breakfast -- it's one of those great, 1920s mock-tudors, a short walk from everything in town (From 99; [607] 535-2896). (New York Post -- Entertainment)
New markets show off Atlanta artists work May 14, 2009
Fine art consultant Michele Pizer built her "modern box" in 1990. See what makes it special to her. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Pan for gold in Dahlonega May 12, 2009
At the heart of the Montaluce Estate and at its highest point, the property boasts a modern 25,000-square foot winery building. Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery is a small family farm situated on a hundred and eighty acres in the heart of the Frogtown District in historic Lumpkin County, Georgia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Recessionistas rediscover the thrill of the second-hand deal May 9, 2009
5 Modern steel coffee-table base found in junk shop for $20 (an exact match on 1stdibs ... If you love mid-century modern, for. (Globe and Mail)
Quality Furniture by Alex Lamont May 7, 2009
Alex Lamont now has five stores in Thailand and has a team of nearly 80 artists and craftsmen producing exquisite yet understated furniture and objet d art that define the best of Thai modern art ... The range of Lamont products is limited by the nature of the manufacturing process and ranges from ceramic and glass vases and vessels through limited edition lacquer, decorative accessories lamps to bowls and vases, hand built furniture in traditional and contemporary styles, antiques and modern... (Suite101.com)
Enjoy Amerstam on a budget May 5, 2009
include some of Europe's finest, including the Gothic Rijksmuseum and the modern Van Gogh Museum. Rembrandt House has been restored to its 17th century appearance when the artist lived and worked there, but houses none of his great paintings. (MSNBC -- Travel)
On The Road? Don't Miss These 50 Top Shops May 2, 2009
Antique pieces are mixed with modern home and garden accessories in the town's original hardware store. 216 Main St; www. (Click2Houston, TX)
Steuben Glass To Launch Major League Baseball Crystal Collectibles Apr 30, 2009
Joey Schottenstein, Principal of Steuben notes, "Our partnership with Major League Baseball represents a new era in Steuben's rich American history. We want to create modern masterpieces that capture the imagination, excitement and passion of the sports enthusiast and discerning collector.". "Major League Baseball seeks partners who can deliver the very best for our fans, and Steuben Glass is widely-known for their excellence in glassware around the world," said Howard Smith, Senior Vice... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Sweetest Street Apr 28, 2009
Those who appreciate a superbly made garment, a delicately crafted piece of jewelry or modern artworks will especially enjoy an afternoon here. 1. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
• Events calendar Apr 17, 2009
College of Southern Idaho Percussion Ensemble concert, 7 p.m. MAY 2 at CSI's Fine Arts Center recital hall, 315 Falls Ave. W. Featuring drumming and percussion with traditional, modern and original works. Suggested donation to the CSI Music Department scholarship fund at the door. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Mets, Yankees to unveil sparkling new ballparks Apr 2, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) -- The whitish limestone and gray granite walls of the new Yankee Stadium rise imposingly in the Bronx, a structure meant to awe like a modern Colosseum or perhaps Versailles ... But coming near the end of a ballpark boom that began with the Baltimore Orioles' Camden Yards in 1992, they mark a defining moment for a sport ever caught between trying to keep modern while reverentially retooling its past. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Opportunity knocks at European fine art fair Mar 29, 2009
Perhaps, as Louis Sass has suggested, van Gogh's work still feels like art of our moment because the tremors of incipient breakdown pervade modern culture, as well as our private selves. Most maddening to us, though, may be the disconnect between the values to which van Gogh's art gives traction - hunger for spiritual lucidity, pleasure in the transcription of experience - and the prices the market assigns it. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Buyers Hunting Art-Fair Bargains Force Dealers to Cut Price as Much as 30% Mar 24, 2009
Tefaf is an Eldorado of billionaires, said Paolo Vedovi, director of the Brussels-based , specialists in modern and contemporary art ... At the time of writing, no modern or contemporary work had been sold at a comparable price level. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Deals On The Horizon Mar 20, 2009
Collecting Japanese Art Pre-modern pieces come with timeless value in tough times ... Modern Art Of Tea How Mighty Leaf teas are keeping classic service alive. (Forbes -- Business)
Experiencing the real Mexico and Caribbean Mar 20, 2009
La Purificadora, Puebla Price: Doubles, $120$210 A 19th-century water treatment plant in the heart of this charming city's Baroque district has been transformed into La Purificadora, a modern marvel from acclaimed Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta ... Best for: Modern-architecture junkies. (MSNBC -- Travel)
School Notes 3-17-09 Mar 17, 2009
HORLICK HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA DEPARTMENT PRESENTS THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE. RACINE The Horlick High School Drama department presents a new musical Thoroughly Modern Millie, at 7 p.m. March 27-28 and April 3-4 at the school, 2119 Rapids Drive ... Taking place in New York City in 1922, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has just moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Bishops' mansion blessed with art Mar 14, 2009
Near a bay window in the living room was a Belgian watercolor titled "Christ in Bluejeans." The picture, a modern interpretation of Michelangelo's famous "Pieta," was done in 1922 by Antoine Carte, whose best known work is another painting called "Holy Thursday.". David McCahill, a prominent Pittsburgh industrialist, attorney and polo player, lived in the mansion with his family starting in 1928. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Magic Johnson's Harlem Dreams Mar 6, 2009
Modern Art Of Tea How Mighty Leaf teas are keeping classic service alive. Business Basketball legend invests and hopes to grow jobs in a changing community. (Forbes -- Business)
THE GAME HUNTERS: USA TODAY's video game community Mar 3, 2009
Following the footsteps of FPS masterpiece Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Killzone 2 employs a class-based experience system where players earn promotions in rank based on their battlefield prowess. Players can also acquire special ribbons and badges to beef up skills. (USA Today -- Tech)
Art.view: Bull for a night Mar 1, 2009
The range of goods on offer from the collection of Yves Saint Laurent, a fashion designer who died in June 2008, and his partner Pierre Berg; was enormous stellar examples of modern painting and Art Deco furniture, gaudy but highly collectible German silver, enamel Limoges plates once owned by Givenchy, cameo miniatures, life-size Roman torsos, and, to the dismay of the Chinese government, two bronze animal heads from the zodiac fountain of Emperor Qianlong s summer palace in Beijing. More than... (The Economist)
The new Shanghai Blue 1920 CLUB brings a glamorous nostalgia Feb 28, 2009
So modern jazz lovers, don't expect to hear today's tunes as your ears will be seduced by tracks from Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Bessie Smith, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday or Ella Fitzgerald ... As expressed by Saatchi hi Advertising Agency's Creative Director Juhi Kalia to the Post, "It sounds fantastic. To have a personality and a unique world coming to life when you walk in is much more exciting than a regular place. It will compete really well, since it is so different." Being a lounge-goer... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
China haunts YSL art 'sale of the century' Feb 25, 2009
"In modern history, Western imperial powers have looted a lot of Chinese cultural relics," Ma said. "These cultural relics should be returned.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Mementos become art by adding frame Feb 24, 2009
Variations of the same memento with different frame looks from modern to traditional ... Traditional or modern. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Where to stay in St. Lucia Feb 24, 2009
Whale Song Whale Song Guest House is a private and modern home centrally situated in the village of St Lucia and within walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. You'll get to enjoy stunning birdlife and gardens, the local attractions of Hluhluwe and Umfolozi Game reserves as well as Cape Vidal. (iAfrica.com)
Oscars By The Numbers Feb 21, 2009
Modern Art Of Tea How Mighty Leaf teas are keeping classic service alive. Business A look at the financial gains behind this year's Best Picture nominees. (Forbes -- Business)
Loving life through the lens of a camera Feb 21, 2009
He looked at me like I was crazy, Cooney said while showing off the modern design. The studio also features a presentation room complete with leather couches and a big screen in which clients can view their photos via projection. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Look to the attic for 'frame-able' treasures Feb 20, 2009
Traditional or modern. For family photos, however, consider using a traditional frame for a timeless look. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
Watch the film about two angels wandering in a mixture of postwar and modern Berlin. Part of the Paradise Valley Community College Film Festival. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Architectural Digest Chooses Stephen Shadley To Design Greenroom At The Annual Academy Awards® Feb 20, 2009
Inspired by Hollywood film sets of the period, Shadley has chosen a "Seventies Modern" design for the AD Greenroom. Of his approach and its connection to the biggest movie event of the year, Stephen says, "I grew up in L.A. and was always fascinated with motion picture set design, especially modern themes. Recently, furnishings from the seventies have become collectible and many classics reissued. It's a simple and sleek approach to living without a lot of extra stuff.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Griffey picks Braves over Mariners Feb 19, 2009
Widely regarded as one of the greatest center fielders of the modern era, he won 10 Gold Gloves in the 1990s before a string of injuries reduced his speed. Griffey played last season with a bad left knee and had surgery after the White Sox were eliminated from the postseason. (Cincinnati Nation)
U Street in Washington D.C. charts path of racial progress Feb 19, 2009
However, Next Door, which opened in December, with a sleek bar and flat-panel TVs, is a modern incarnation for a neighborhood known more these days for its racial and economic diversity, youth appeal and gay friendliness, as well as hip boutiques, home furnishings stores, restaurants, clubs and condos. Juli Thanki, 24, a graduate student from Philadelphia whose mother is American and father is from India, moved to U Street knowing nothing of its history. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Anderson, S.C. Feb 19, 2009
Tours of the modern fire station and the Safety House, where simulated smoke lets children experience what a real fire would be like, are available by pre-arrangement. 400 S. McDuffie St. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Arctic cruise is harsh, inspiring Feb 19, 2009
Another reason for this is that Nunavut has only recently leapfrogged from being a nomadic society to one with a more modern economy ... This knowledge needs to get to the younger generation who are now living in a modern way. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alvin Ailey book teaches dancer workouts Feb 19, 2009
The physical demands of performing emotional and theatrical ballet, jazz, modern and other dance genres provide Renee Robinson with quite a good workout. So, before and after her performances, the professional dancer gets in a really good workout. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
