New York Magazine: Year in Art Review

New York Magazine: Year in Art Review

New York Magazine has published their “Best in Art 07” with their choices for the top shows in 10 different categories as well as Best Debut and Failure. Debatable highlights include: Best Show: Matthew Barney’s performance with Dog, Band, Bull,...

David Robbins is Still Funnier Then You

Now there are a lot of reasons to love David Robbins. His book is great. He is very funny. He is genuinely insightful about art and life. He was really hard on Duncan as a student. He looks great in scarves. And he might be right on about how creative individuals can...
Art Basel Miami sees attendance rise

Art Basel Miami sees attendance rise

The 6th annual Art Basel Miami Beach closed Sunday reporting a higher overall attendance, more gallery participation and more international media coverage than in past years. Messe Schweiz, the art fair’s owner, reported 43,000 visitors attended the fair, which...
Mark Wallinger:  Turner Prize Winner.

Mark Wallinger: Turner Prize Winner.

Last week it was announced that Mark Wallinger would be the recipient of this years Turner prize. Lucky for all of Chicago as he still has a show up at Donald Young Gallery. More on the Turner Prize 2007 More on Donald Young Gallery
New Zealander to be 1st artist to draw in space

New Zealander to be 1st artist to draw in space

New Zealand artist Makoure Scott paid $200,000 for a seat on the inaugural flight of Virgin Galactic. Scott is expected to be the first professional artist to draw in space. Scott is a painter and environmental artist who incorporates elements of Maori and Pakeha...