Tag: Art
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Art of Tagging
Walking through the city, there’s always something that catches the eye. Take certain doors—covered in scribbles, tags, and stickers, they become more than just entrances. Layered with marks over time, they turn into evolving canvases, unpolished but fascinating. New York is full of these tagged surfaces, blending into the city’s rhythm. Not everyone sees the…
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Light at the End
Visa renewals are so nerve-wracking. Even when everything seems to be in order, the uncertainty lingers. And with the new administration, the process feels even more unpredictable—policies shifting, timelines stretching, guidelines changing, and clarity nonexistent. I’m currently in the middle of it, waiting & hoping. It’s a strange limbo, caught between planning for the future…
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Extreme cold
This week, freezing temperatures have gripped New York City—the kind of cold that stings your face and makes bundling up a necessity. While the icy weather might tempt you to stay indoors, it’s worth braving the chill for a stroll through the Meatpacking District. There, a whimsical snowman art installation adds charm to the frosty…
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Wintergarten Berlin
The Wintergarten Varieté in Berlin is a step back in time—a venue where vintage charm meets contemporary flair. I recently spent an evening there for a show paying tribute to Josephine Baker, and it was a wonderful blend of entertainment and history. The performances captured Baker’s essence: playful, bold, and captivating. From dazzling dance numbers…
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aMEerica
Just off the High Line in Chelsea, at 18th Street and 10th Avenue, you’ll come across a thought-provoking art piece by Glenn Ligon titled Untitled (America/Me). It’s the kind of work that invites interpretation. Ligon’s piece cleverly critiques the “me first” mentality that seems to dominate modern life, particularly in America. It reflects on how…
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Elephants
Are loose in the Meatpacking District, a hotspot for art lovers. Its latest outdoor installation titled ‘The Great Elephant Migration’ aims to promote conservation and coexistence between humans and wildlife. And the best part?! You can by them and exhibit them in your tiny NYC apartment 😅 Jokes aside, this is for a great cause!…
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MoMA
The Museum of Modern Art has an extraordinary collection of modern and contemporary art. When contemplating especially the newer pieces, I cannot help but wonder if, like my British friends would call it, the artists are taking the mickey out of us viewers. In my eyes, some of those installations, paintings, sculptures and other things…
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Broadway
I attending my first Broadway play this weekend- such a fantastic experience! The area is truly unique! If you ignore the uncoordinated flocks of tourists, you feel the showbiz vibes and sense great talent. The play I booked was cancelled but I was lucky to secure tickets for another one and it kept me engaged…
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New York Fashion week
Has now ended after a couple of days full of glamour, cool vibes and curiosities. But truth be told, most of what I was able to witness were fences and barriers. From time to time I caught a glimpse of high fashion and absurdities (sometimes hard to differentiate) but unfortunately I was never quick enough…
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The MET
It’s been a long bank holiday weekend! Last year, I spent Labor Day with my friend in Sonoma- check out my post here. This year, I’ve explored New York City a bit more. My highlight was the Metropolitan Museum of Art which I’ve visited on Friday and loved it! It’s full of art, artefacts, history…
Josephine in New York City 