Art And Culture

How Daniel Wellington Watches Stand in a League of Their Own

Shirley L. Bryant 3 days ago

There is little uncertainty that the energetic style influences us, regardless of whether we are ‘design cognizant’ or not. While a few people revere the ebb and flow patterns, exchanging hues as the season’s advancement, others guarantee to have no enthusiasm for the passing styles – yet there will never be a way out. In any case, the garments, shoes, belts, clasps, and extras we wear rely upon a chosen few – those that want what the shops will sell. There is no denying this is a choice depending on what is ‘in’ this season.

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Struggling Cirque du Soleil returns to Mexico – Art & Culture

Shirley L. Bryant 2 weeks ago

Using face masks, sanitizing gel and social distancing, Cirque du Soleil artists in Mexico practice before a performance — a rare sign of hope for the famous Canadian circus company.

The circus shut down 44 shows across the world due to the COVID-19 outbreak, furloughing 95 percent of its workforce and filing for bankruptcy protection.

But — after three months off stage due to the coronavirus lockdown — performers in the “Joya” show returned earlier this month to the theater in Riviera Maya on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatan Peninsula.

Contortionists, jugglers and skaters rehearsed for what will be their fifth show

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UB artist’s latest project aims to get people listening – UB Now: News and views for UB faculty and staff

Shirley L. Bryant 2 weeks ago

UB professor and transdisciplinary artist Shasti O’Leary Soudant’s high-concept, large-scale exhibits are known for getting people talking.

Her latest project, bound for two lakeside locations in Erie, Pennsylvania, is bound to get people listening, as well.

O’Leary Soudant, visiting assistant professor in the Department of Art, College of Arts and Sciences, is one of seven artists selected by Erie Arts & Culture to be partnered with less-established Erie-area artisans to create works for the Creating with Community Artist Residency Program. The project was designed to empower local artists from underrepresented backgrounds, and to create opportunities for them to engage in

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How you can Travel the World with Google Arts and Culture

Shirley L. Bryant 2 weeks ago

Just a few years back, if you wanted to check out the Christ statue in Rio, or marvel at the 4,000-year-old mummy at Kolkata’s Indian Museum (yes, they have that), you would have had to visit the actual place.

Not now. Thanks to Google Art & Culture, you can access them from anywhere. At a time when we are still a tad uncertain about travelling, and planning an international trip remains a pipe dream, technology can certainly take care of our travel itch. And platforms like Google Arts & Culture allow us to explore museums and heritage sites halfway across

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Fashion and posters: Exhibitions go virtual amid pandemic – Art & Culture

Shirley L. Bryant 2 weeks ago

With a long way to go until a semblance of normality returns, the arts still flourish — even digitally.

Art collective ecosystem Gudskul, like other arts foundations, has been deeply affected by the ongoing pandemic, forcing it to close its doors to visitors.

While most art exhibitions have ended up being cancelled or postponed, technology became a savior for others, allowing artists to display their work without having to worry about social distancing or someone accidentally knocking down a display.

Augmented: Both exhibitions are held virtually, complete with 360-degree views and virtual reality capability. Augmented: Both exhibitions are held virtually, complete with 360-degree views and virtual reality capability. (Gudskul/-)

Two of Gudskul’s latest exhibitions,

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Gallery Walk fills Downtown Lafayette with art and culture

Shirley L. Bryant 2 weeks ago

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI)—Lots of Art and Culture filled Downtown Lafayette this evening during the 4th annual Gallery Walk.  Artists showcased their work in 11 facilities through out downtown.

This is an event that the Tippecanoe Arts Federation puts on with live music and drinks as people view art. It was also local artist Sloan Marshall‘s first time as the featured artist at Bindery Artist Studios.

Marshall says it feels great to showcase their hard work during a pandemic.

“It means everything. I have been working towards this for months,” said Marshall. “A few months ago I didn’t even know

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