Artists Michael Kagan and Jean-Pierre Roy have recently partnered with The New York Academy of Art to produce a monumental exhibition dedicated to artworks created out of NYC MetroCards. Titled “Single Fare 4,” the showcase marks the fourth installment of Kagan and Roy’s ongoing project that asks artists to reimagine the quintessential Big Apple object to their hearts’ content. A diverse batch of works will be on display at the upcoming function located at Highline Stages, spanning illustrations, installations, sculptures, as well as immersive experiences.
“Single Fare 4″ will run from September 16-17. Head over to the exhibition’s official website to learn more.
Highline Stages
441 W. 14th St.
New York, NY 10011
With the opening of Jean-Michel Basquiat’s first UK-based large-scale exhibition just a few days away, several pieces from fellow artist Banksy appeared at the venue to honor the legendary creator. Banksy later took to Instagram to point out the irony of showing at the Barbican — a site known to keep its walls free of graffiti — playing host to an acclaimed artist of that same genre.
Acting as an unofficial collaboration of sorts, the main piece is an ode to Basquiat’s “Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump” piece — reimagined with a revolving theme found in Banksy’s creations — law-enforced stop and search procedures. The featured works blend stencil spray paint, freehand spray paint and oil pastel. Flip through the gallery above and have a look for yourself.
Speaking of Banksy, check out his gift shop at the Walled Off Hotel in our latest installment of noteworthy art stories.
Collectible purveyor Hot Toys recently unveiled a strikingly-realistic and sophisticatedly-crafted figure based on Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn performance in Suicide Squad. Inspired by the nightclub scene seen in the film, the 1/6th scale Harley Quinn features an extremely detailed head sculpt, a tailored fabric dress and metal jewelry. With over 30 points of articulation and standing at 29 cm tall, the Hot Toys’ Harley Quinn dancer figure is a must have for any Suicide Squad fan. For more information regarding the collectible, head over to Hot Toys.
Also, make sure to check out the working LED lightsabers that come with Hot Toys’ Anakin Skywalker figure.
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