Reclamation: A Joint Creative Investigation by Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto

**Reclamation: A Cooperative Artistic Inquiry by Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto** In the sphere of modern art, collaborations frequently result in the most inventive and stimulating works. This was exactly the scenario with “Reclamation,” a joint venture between Augustine Kofie and Eric Otto. These two artists, each possessing a unique style and artistic ideology, united to investigate the concepts of […]

A Curated List of 12 Must-Read Art Books for This Fall

Autumn, with its crisp colors and shorter days, inspires many to delve into book reading. Art enthusiasts have several compelling new releases to consider adding to their collections. Here are some highlights: 1. **Okwui Enwezor’s Selected Writings**: This anthology captures Enwezor’s influential essays that reshaped the art discourse towards a more inclusive global perspective, decentering Western dominance. 2. **Frank S. […]

Fire Destroys Iconic Artist Building in Brooklyn

One of Brooklyn’s most iconic artist studio buildings is in a precarious state after a five-alarm fire ravaged the 155-year-old warehouse in Red Hook late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Smoke filled the third floor of 481 Van Brunt Street at 11:35pm on September 17 before the fire spread to the roof, forcing more than 250 firefighters, EMS responders, and […]

St. Patrick’s Cathedral Unveils Mural Promoting Immigrant Support

Adjacent to an unfolding mass inside Manhattan’s formidable St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a gaggle of reporters arranged themselves in front of an empty podium awaiting Archbishop of New York Timothy Dolan on Thursday, September 18. Amid a profusion of anti-immigrant sentiment in national politics and sweeping deportations, the New York City cathedral planned to take a stand for the humanity of […]

Insights from the Artist’s Perspective

Title: Embracing the Art Ecosystem: How Artists Shape and Are Shaped by Their Studio Environments The intersection of workspace and creative process is perhaps one of the most fascinating aspects of an artist’s life. An artist’s studio is not merely a location; it is a living organism, breathing life and character into the art itself. Each stroke of genius or […]

Borusan Contemporary Exhibition: Edward Burtynsky’s Shifting Topography

Borusan Contemporary is proud to present “Edward Burtynsky: Shifting Topography,” the Canadian photographer’s first major solo exhibition in Türkiye. Curated by Marcus Schubert, this comprehensive showcasing features new work alongside selections from Burtynsky’s extensive portfolio spanning 30 years. Burtynsky is renowned for his photographs that explore the intricate balance between nature and human industry. With over four decades of experience, […]

Honoring Change in Nature and Humanity via Grand Embroidery on Tulle

Textile artist Kathrin Marchenko conjures enchantment with thread and tulle, crafting fantastical designs characterized by a unique dark color scheme. Her exceptional embroidery technique on tulle creates the effect of stitches that appear to float, merging detailed intricacy with a painterly flair. Marchenko perceives embroidery as a narrative, employing the art as a medium of quiet communication. Her partnerships, such […]