Ocula Report LACMA Explores the Allure of Matter 14 Jun 2019 : Jareh Das for Ocula The Allure of Matter: Material Art from China at Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) (2 June 2019–5 January 2020) is an inter-generational show of 21 Chinese artists working from the 1980s to the present, including Ai Weiwei, Cai Guo-Qiang, Lin Tianmiao, Song Dong, He Xiangyu, Yin Xiuzhen, and Ma Qiusha.Staged on Level 2 of LACMA's Renzo...
Ocula Conversation Thomas J Price: Reframing Classical Sculpture When the London-born artist Thomas J Price graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Chelsea College of Arts in 2004, the school's college art prize was by no means his most notable accomplishment as an emerging artist. In 2001, Price presented his much-talked-about work Licked, a daring performance, later profiled on the BBC 4 television...
Ocula Report Art Basel Lowdown: Shows to See 6 Jun 2019 : Tessa Moldan for Ocula To coincide with Art Basel 2019, which opens to the public from 13 to 16 June, galleries and institutions across the city are presenting a range of stellar exhibitions. From Rebecca Horn at Museum Tinguely to Geumhyung Jeong at Kunsthalle Basel, here is a selection of what to see.William Kentridge, Dead Remus (2014–2016). Charcoal on found ledger...
Like no other artists, American photographer David LaChapelle is recognised for his artistic talent in photography by both the Fashion and Art worlds. Simultaneously exhibited in galleries and involved in the Fashion industry since the 1980’s, he created his very personal aesthetic that is instantly distinctive and inspired by street culture and Pop-Art. It showcases themes of transgender, S&M, Hollywood celebrities - all in bright and colourful fantasy worlds. Each photograph is a thorough concept: from setting to wardrobe, lighting, composition, colours, theme, mood; every detail counts and is under careful control of the artist. Over the years, David LaChapelle created iconic surrealistic images of his friends and idols involved in erotic and luxurious scenarios. Lately, he has manipulated with his photographs by deconstructing their elements and putting them together into a collage.
Related Video & Audio David LaChapelle's 'Seismic Shift' - Reflex Amsterdam Reflex Amsterdam : 18 April 2019 This video takes a closer look at the different facets of David LaChapelle's most intricate photographs, Seismic Shift. Both the social critique and art historical references inherent in the work are dissected and explained.Reflex Amsterdam is delighted to announce their latest solo exhibition of the celebrated and accomplished photographer David...
