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02/09/2024

‘Horcelie Sinda in Conversation with Artists Koby Martin’

Koby Martin’s Solo show ‘Drunk Minds Speak of Sober Times’ is an aphorism, a voyeurism through the use of a window. For Martin, the window is a symbolism of a threshold between the viewer and the focal point, the uncertainty of the unknown. The show is a merging of autobiographical elements which exposes notions of diaspora, time, space and identity.

Martin is a Ghanaian-born, London based artist. His penchant for art began in his childhood and his artworks are the process of transmogrification of his experiences in Ghana and the UK. His work is an introspective autobiographical exploration of his life as he believes knowing of self is pivotal in the exploration of any subject matter, as it trickles down in the perspective of the psychological and physical things we experience daily.

- MADE IN BED’s Contributing Writer, Horcelie Sinda

30/08/2024

‘Roberta Zertuche in Conversation with Founder of PPULI PROJECT Irene Gong’

It has become evident that public art is more present than ever across the globe. Large-scale installations in deserts, cities, and unexpected places are drawing significant attention from the general public. With numerous site-specific projects and the Earth as the canvas, one of the most exciting initiatives in the US is the ambitious urban-focused project called PPULI PROJECT.

- MADE IN BED’s Contributing Writer, Roberta Zertuche

21/08/2024

‘Monumental Sustainability in The Hands of David Popa: A Homage to The Earth Through Land Art Frescoes’

1980’s born New Yorker, currently residing in Finland, David Popa is renowned for his grand-scale earth murals that profoundly capture the intersection of nature, sustainability and creativity. A few artists were able to achieve such a profound and seamless synthesis in the land art installations. Popa transforms natural landscapes into visually stunning artworks that are captivating and awe-inspiring. His practice is deeply rooted in the principles of sustainability and environmental consciousness, making his art as much a statement about the planet as it is a celebration of its beauty.

- MADE IN BED’s En Plein Air Co-Editor, Anastassia Taylor

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20/08/2024

‘Arushee Suri’

While strolling through an art gallery or museum, it is common to encounter signs that prohibit touching the works on display. Although these signs are intended to preserve the artwork on display, they often overlook the needs of individuals with disabilities who rely on physical touch to fully experience the art. Arushee Suri, an artist who has personally encountered this issue, addresses it in her work by emphasizing senses beyond the visual.

- MADE IN BED’s Art Markets Co-Editor, Sandra Nikusev

17/08/2024

‘Akoje Residency: Maro Itoje, Khalil Akar, and the Kings Foundation supporting African Artists at Dumfries House’

Rugby player Maro Itoje and gallery director Khalil Akar first crossed paths in 2019. Itoje, who had initially immersed himself in African art as a collector, decided to further venture into the art world and was connected with Akar, then director of the Signature African Art gallery.
Following the success of their 2021 group show “A History Untold”, they began brainstorming bigger projects. Noting the lack of availability when it came to affordable African art on the international market, they created the Akoje Gallery to promote up-and-coming artists from the continent. This effort ultimately led to the creation of the Akoje Residency, designed to “give back” and empower artists from Africa, the Caribbean, and the Diaspora by providing them with the space and resources needed to develop their practices.

- MADE IN BED’s Agents of Change Co-Editor, Lylia Hafiz

14/08/2024

‘Colours of Brazil Painting The Art Market In 2024’

Drawing inspiration from the 2024 Venice Biennale with the current article, ‘Brazil’s moment in the art-world spotlight extends to Frieze New York’ by Gabriela Angelleti, the question arises: Are we moving towards a vibrant, passionate, Latin American art market in the upcoming years? As we see, there is a presence of Latin American artists, with vibrant colour palettes and saturated narratives that have been captivating eyes internationally. Through the years, Brazil has become a powerhouse for the arts, particularly in Latin America. In 2024, the Brazilian Market branches out, spreading its talent into North America and Europe.

- MADE IN BED’s Features Co-Editor, Celeste Melgar
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01/08/2024

‘Independent Art Spaces in the Age of Austerity’

Never since the great puritanical iconoclasm of the 17th century have arts in this country been more at risk. Erosion and future hacking down of public funding to cultural centres has placed Britain’s would be avante-garde in dire straits. Now more than ever, independent art spaces are acting as crucial safe havens for the new contemporaries.

- MADE IN BED’s Features Co-Editor, Hamish Strudwick

31/07/2024

‘The Instagrammification of Everything’

Instagram users know that posting isn’t merely about sharing memories. From stunning brunch tablescapes to contemplative art gallery selfies, posting is fueled by the desire to tell the world where that person is, who they’re with, and what they’re doing. Even founder Kevin Systrom has admitted that Instagram isn’t a photo-sharing app; they’re a communication company. [1] For better and for worse, we have all been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer of our own brand. We rely on visibly displaying cultural capital (symbols, language, and aesthetics rooted in education) to portray who we want to be. This performative cycle impacts more than mental health — it plays out in the art world. In an era where digital personas and self-promotion is rewarded, artists and non-artists alike must practice greater transparency.

- MADE IN BED’s Luxury Editor, Lily Holmes

27/07/2024

‘Emily Quinn in Conversation with Werner Bronkhorst’

Werner Bronkhorst, a South African artist now based in Australia, has gained recognition for his deeply textured landscape paintings and charcoal sketches. Going viral in 2022, he amassed a major following with his work exploring edgy themes of s*x, drugs, and rock and roll, seamlessly blending these with more nuanced and familiar depictions of oceans, grass, streets, and snow. Bronkhorst uses his art to reflect on sports and activities he enjoyed as a child, offering landscapes that allow others to visualise and appreciate the beauty and tranquility of nature, particularly for those from areas lacking diverse natural surroundings.

- MADE IN BED Contributing Writer & Social Media Manager, Emily Quinn

22/07/2024

‘Calder: Sculpting Time @ Museo d’Arte della Svizzera Italiana, Lugano’

Calder has undoubtedly left a permanent mark within the history of contemporary art. By introducing movement into the sculptural medium, the artist has given a temporal dimension to his work. As the wires in the works by Calder are not welded, the sculptures are allowed to move within their limits and according to the surrounding draft of air. The constant movement or the momentary stillness of the pieces characterise them with constant change, appearing different to every viewer. Calder: Sculpting time is displayed at Lugano’s cultural centre, Lugano Arte e Cultura (LAC) within the allocated museum section, Museo d’Arte della Svizzera Italiana (MASI), Switzerland, and presents a solo exhibition by the artist. Composed entirely by sculptural masterpieces, the large museum space allows the works to create a dialogue amongst each other, whilst still being viewable singularly to the viewer.

- MADE IN BED’s Reviews Editor, Grace Jamieson Bianciardi
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18/07/2024

‘Lorenzo Quinn – Sustaining Art With Your Own Hands’

Among contemporary Land artists, Lorenzo Quinn (b. 1966) is one you do not forget easily. Born in Rome to the Academy Award-winning actor Anthony Quinn and his second wife, Italian costume designer Iolanda Addolori, Quinn’s childhood and life were to be eternally split between the United States and Europe. Taking inspiration from the masterpieces of Michelangelo, Bernini and Rodin, Quinn is renowned for creating monumental sculptures in all the corners of the world, from cities to remote locations spread throughout the seven continents. Exhibited internationally, his land art is easily recognisable and intimately linked to Quinn’s “passion for eternal values and authentic emotions.”

- MADE IN BED’s En Plein Air Co-Editor, Beatrice Borriero

16/07/2024

‘Sara Sahores’

“For me, taking photos has become a constant drive, a way of seeing,” reads the first line of the artist’s statement. The said artist is Sara Sahores, a 25-year-old Argentinian photographer based in London. Sara is currently completing her postgraduate studies in photography at the Royal College of Art (RCA). As a result of a multidisciplinary combination, her academic background in architecture, and her extensive studies alongside various fine artists, Sara has developed a unique way of capturing the world around her. Her work is marked by a deep introspection, demonstrating her acute ability to capture the overlooked moments of everyday life. 

- MADE IN BED’s Emerging Artists Co-Editor, Mora Pranteda

01/07/2024

‘Hometown Heroes: The Stories Behind Iconic Designs’

Every cult-followed designer is known for a distinctive style. Be it ethical cashmere, red-soled stilettos, or punk-rock graphics; the origin stories of these designs are typically less familiar than the names behind them. The following stories from four visionary designers go beyond marketing ploys — they are models on how to make the most of the cards you’re dealt.

-MADE IN BED’s Luxury Editor, Lily Holmes

27/06/2024

‘The Guggenheim Collection: A Selection of Dada Artists @ The Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice’

The Peggy Guggenheim Collection museum is one of the most significant institutions dedicated to twentieth century European and American art. Located in Venice, Italy, the collection is displayed across the outside sculpture garden through to the terrace and inside the Palazzo Venier dei Leoni, also the former residence of the acclaimed collector herself, Peggy Guggenheim. The collection presents a vast assortment of international movements and artists, amongst which Marcel Duchamp, Max Ernst, Man Ray, Francis Picabia and Kurt Schwitters, constructing the Dada Movement.

- MADE IN BED’s Reviews Editor, Grace Jamieson Bianciardi
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26/06/2024

‘Emily Quinn in Conversation with Artist Kristin Konefal’

Kristin Konefal, an American artist based in Miami, Florida, first gained recognition for her pop culture-inspired, collage-based works shared on social media. Her dynamic and versatile skill set across various mediums has opened numerous artistic opportunities, including her recent exhibition of Bleau Boards at the Fontainebleau during Art Basel and her artwork featured as the cover of Italian DJ and producer Joseph Capriati’s recent single.

In this exclusive MADE IN BED interview, Konefal discusses exploring new paths by collaborating on the importance and focus of music in her work, building on the significant online following she garnered early in her career. Konefal also explores the modern art market from a social media perspective, highlighting how these platforms have allowed her to exhibit her artwork to broader audiences, enhance her connectivity, and expand her sales. Together, we examined the macro-scale impact of social media on the art world, emphasizing how evolving platforms enhance the way art is exhibited and creates new opportunities for artists.

- MADE IN BED’s Contributing Writer & Social Media Manager, Emily Quinn

24/06/2024

‘Tom Davison’

Tom Davison received his formal education at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where he studied electronic music for his undergraduate degree. His artistic and musical journey began at a young age; he started playing the piano at age seven, the drums at ten, the guitar at fifteen, and began singing at twenty-one. He developed a keen interest in electronic music at nineteen. During his time at Guildhall, he was particularly influenced by a tutor who specialized in sound art. This tutor opened his eyes to the possibilities of sound art, especially the contrast between traditional music formats and sound installations. Unlike an album, which is experienced over time, a sound installation allows the audience to move through space and interact with the sound in a dynamic way. Although he could not fully explore this concept in his recent show due to the limited size of the gallery, creating interactive sound spaces remains one of his future aspirations. Additionally, Davison values the sense of community he finds among fellow musicians and artists, which continually fuels his creative ideas and projects.

- MADE IN BED’s Emerging Artist Co-Editor, Ina Benigni

18/06/2024

‘Urban Canvas: Street Art’s Rise to Prominence in the Art Market’

Street Art is described as visual art created in public locations for public visibility. Once considered an act of rebellion and vandalism, Street Art has today evolved into a celebrated component of the global art market, achieving incredibly high prices at auction and in the gallery sector. Its transformation from a documentation purpose to a recognized art form is highly interesting and showcases how an art form is gradually accepted in the art market and how the art market continues to evolve and influence it.

- MADE IN BED’s Art Markets Co-Editor, Sandra Nikusev

14/06/2024

‘Jolene Liam’

Jolene Liam, a Singapore-born, London-based artist and architect, is pushing the boundaries of what drawing can be. With a background in creating intricate architectural maquettes and detailed line drawings, the past seven years have seen Jolene boldly venture into looser realms, experimenting with the very definition of drawing itself. Her innovative practice, which blurs the boundaries between drawing and sculpture, has garnered acclaim, earning commendations from the prestigious RIBA Journal and shortlist nominations for the coveted Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize, Art Gemini Prize, and World Illustration Awards. Through her exploration of unconventional materials and techniques, such as drawing with string and Jesmonite or painting on the reverse side of canvases, Jolene invites us to reimagine the spaces we inhabit and the objects we collect as expressions of our identities, habits, and personalities.

MADE IN BED Emerging Artist Co-Editor, Annette Fernando

31/05/2024

“The Biennale Effect”: How and Why Native and Indigenous Artists Gain From Biennale Participation’

With the 60th Venice Biennale well under way, this article attempts a discussion of the commercial implications of particular artists’ inclusion within the international art exhibition, with a developed line of thinking towards Native American artists such as Emmi Whitehorse. In the end, we will see that the structure of the Biennale itself can be said to favor the thematic and stylistic particularities of Native or Aboriginal artists, making for an interesting explanation of the latter’s growth within the global art market.

- MADE IN BED’s Art Markets Co-Editor, Virgil-Petru Munteanu

30/05/2024

‘Rewriting the Narratives: Oliver Enwonwu’s Legacy of Art and Resistance’

Oliver Enwonwu has a connection to his artistic heritage that is both deep and personal. Son of the legendary Ben Enwonwu, widely regarded as the father of Nigerian modern art, and the grandson of Omenka Odigwe Emeka Enwonwu, an established sculptor himself, Oliver initially studied sciences and geophysics. However, the call of the canvas proved too strong to resist, leading him to dedicate his career to the world of visual arts.

- MADE IN BEDs Agents of Change Co-Editor, Lylia Hafiz

23/05/2024

‘Montage @ Gazelli Art House’

Gazelli Art House presents Montage, a group exhibition featuring works created in a diverse range of mediums by Helen Frankenthaler, Nancy Grossman, Grace Hartigan, Lilly Fenichel, Perle Fine, Betty Parsons, Sonia Sekula, Yvonne Thomas and Michael (Corinne) West. The exhibition displays an examination of abstract expressionist works created in the artists’ secondary mediums. The non-canvas works spotlight the female interaction with the Post-war artistic developments, such as the European application of abstract expressionism, them influencing the American elaboration of the practice.

- MADE IN BED’s Reviews Co-Editor, Grace Jamieson Bianciardi

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17/05/2024

‘While Supplies Last: Side Effects of Scarcity’

Scarcity sells. That’s why the hallmark strategy of endless consumer brands is to intentionally restrict supply. Promoting flash sales, listing remaining stock, and spotlighting “Back in Stock” products are tried and true methods to trigger a near-panic urgency to hit the checkout button before someone else.

- MADE IN BED’s Luxury Editor, Lily Holmes

15/05/2024

‘Maya Kil in Conversation with Artist Merve Mepa’

Merve Mepa is an artist from Turkey who explores the interactions between material forms and social discourse in fields such as handicraft production practices, drawing, printmaking, internet networks, video and experimental electronics. She focuses on the historical evolution of tradition, labour, cultural sciences, and modes of production of technologies and their methods. Merve kindly shares her cultural and academic knowledge with the MADE IN BED in this exclusive.

- MADE IN BED’s Interviews Co-Editor, Maya Kil

10/05/2024

‘Can Cute Cut It?’

Somerset House’s show “CUTE” opened last January inviting visitors into a sonic, sensory, and nostalgic trip down memory lane: a compilation of all things adorable. The word cute is the English translation of the Japanese kawaii, the aesthetic movement to which the exhibition pays tribute. Childish, charming, crowded, cluttered, and at times chaotic, “CUTE” is an homage to the “pink globalization” ignited by kawaii in post-war era Japan. Kittens, puppies, stuffed animals, furry friends. Sonny Angels, My Little Pony, Tamagotchis, Hello Kitty accessories and disco balls are the core of kawaii and the stars of the show. Although the ‘cute’ predates and extends far beyond Somerset’s walls, the exhibition’s timing raises questions surrounding art and artists’ place within this aesthetic. Kawaii is rapidly raising eyebrows of art historians, critics and scholars in a shared preoccupation Jannice Brown describes as “the anxiety of the cute”.

- MADE IN BED’s Agents of Change Co-Editor, Francisca Gomez

08/05/2024

‘Regulating Creativity: The Impact of Regulations on the Art Market’

The art market, often characterised by its luxury and exclusivity, operates within a complex web of regulations that shape its dynamics. These regulations range from provenance research and due diligence to customs regulations such as import and export. The recent departure of the United Kingdom, a global hub for the art trade, from the European Union has brought the impact of these regulations into sharper focus. This article delves into the multifaceted effects of regulations on the art market, examining their influence on pricing, transparency, and the broader art ecosystem.

- MADE IN BED’s Art Markets Co- Editor, Sandra Nikusev

03/05/2024

‘Emmanuel Moses’

In the world of art, each stroke of the brush, every sculpted form, and every captured moment tells a unique story. Behind every masterpiece lies the creative mind of an artist, whose passion, vision, and talent breathe life into their creations. In this article, we delve into the world of Emmanuel Moses, exploring their artistic journey, inspirations, and the stories behind their captivating works.

-MADE IN BED’s Features Co-Editor, Celeste Melgar melgar

01/05/2024

‘Hamish Strudwick in Conversation with Artist Ruaridh Litster-Campbell’

Ruaridh Litster-Campbell (b. 1997) is a self taught, multi-disciplinary artist from Argyll, now based in Glasgow. At the New Glasgow Society exhibition space in September of 2022, I was first introduced to a unique world of singular expressive power. Litster-Campbells’ figures, compositional techniques, and individual palate aid in the production of an absorbing universe of myths, symbols, and intimacies. These devices result in artworks suffused with strange seductive qualities. Ahead of his most recent exhibition on the 9th of March 2024, titled A Long Way from Elsewhere, I caught up with Ruaridh to discuss his work to date.

- MADE IN BED’s Features Co-Editor, Hamish Strudwick

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29/04/2024

‘Laurence Jansen’

Laurence Jansen is an artist based in London exploring ideas of displacement, urban ecology, biochemistry and networks of non-human intelligence that are becoming incorporated in our understanding of design and architecture. A variety of motifs and themes are established through the notion of displacement in a futuristic and abstracted manner, by the use of layering in his impressive paintings. He states, “We have so much to learn from ant colonies, bacteria, and ancient eco systems, so I’m excited to hear about materials such as bacteria bricks and self healing concrete that can be integrated with biomimicry design. The key to the future must be symbiosis between technological advancements and the necessities of the natural world.”

- MADE IN BED’s Emerging Artists Co-Editor, Ina Benigni

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