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Renowned Japanese artist, Takashi Murakami evokes sentiments of bliss and happiness through his highly-popularized works of art that seamlessly merges commercial imagery, anime, manga, and traditional Japanese styles and subjects. Using his artwork as a force for good, Murakami in partnership with Absolut Art will be releasing an exclusive limited-edition print signed by the visionary talent to benefit The Kitchen.
To commemorate The Kitchen’s 50th anniversary and celebrate the New York-based nonprofit’s longstanding commitment to showcasing innovative works of artists across various disciplines, proceeds from the Murakami print, dubbed, Thank You for the Wonderful Destiny will be donated to support the beloved space’s renovations. “I truly love prints and edition works. I am very passionately involved in artwork editions that can stimulate us in the context of something like a mind game. This edition was also produced with such enthusiasm,” says Takashi Murakami.
As a way to support this initiative and create opportunities for innovative artists forging new ground, 100 of the signed prints priced at $1,000 USD will further the advancement of the arts organization and its mission to champion all forms of art. “Takashi Murakami’s ability to elicit joy and happiness while simultaneously helping to democratize the art world perfectly embodies the spirit of Absolut Art where we strive to make art more accessible and enjoyable for both first time buyers, and seasoned collectors around the world,” says Absolut Art Global Creative Director, Michelle Grey. This charitable print continues Absolut Art’s long history of giving back to artists, causes, and arts organizations.
To cop Murakami’s limited-edition print head to Absolut Art’s site to sign up before Thank You for the Wonderful Destiny drops on July 15. 
Since its inception in 1896, the Olympic Games have shown to be the pinnacle sporting event on the international stage. For the first time ever, there will be an Olympic Agora, a project that aims to further blend sport and culture, by entwining the games storied history with a stunning display of visual art installations and exhibitions.
For those in the area, the Olympic Agora will be located across Tokyo’s historic Nihonbashi district. However, as the games are closed to the public, the Olympic Foundation for Culture and Heritage will be hosting virtual tours of the event. The site includes four major installations, along with work from a range of artists and studios — from Xavier Veilhan, Rinko Kawauchi and Makoto Tojiki, to six Olympian & Paralympian artists in residence, Moment Factory studio and more.
Speaking on Tojiki’s incredible light installation, Solidarity and Collaboration (2021), the artist himself noted:
“In a world where people and society would keep running, the COVID-19 pandemic unexpectedly put the brakes on them. I think it is the role and power of art to present the future when people suddenly stop. One of the features of my work is that it makes people stop. In front of the work, if people are galvanised and moved by the dynamism of shape and light, a surprise-filled smile will form and surely bring about positive hope.
At this moment, in works that call into question personal boundaries, people are already part of the outside of these boundaries. This means that people are participants in the installation.
I want to create an impression and spark positive feelings among the visitors to the Olympic Agora through my installation. I want people to recognise that this is a special moment and allow people to participate in it.”
The Olympic Agora is on view in Tokyo and virtually until August 15.
Aïda Bruyère is a French artist of Malian-descent who uses her love for imagery as a way to explore questions around the human figure. Her body of work spans everything from an image archive of hundreds of YouTube manicure tutorials, to the dancehall twerking battles that are the focus of her upcoming exhibition at Paris’ Palais de Tokyo.
Curated by Adélaïde Blanc, Bruyère examines the devices that underpin the system and expression of identity in urban countercultures. This fascination goes back to her childhood, where she was particularly fond of the many aspects attributed to dance — from the poses and attire, to the accessories and event spaces. The gestures she highlights are constructed to go with and against predetermined notions of sexual, political or colonial images of the body.
Moreover, Bruyère “transposes into the codes of contemporary art the cultures that constantly regenerate themselves and which inspire fashion so as to better valorise the creative people who are often marginalized and drained by the cultural industry,” as said by Elephant Magazine‘s Juliette Soulez.
Catch Aïda Bruyère’s ode to dancehall at Palais de Tokyo from November 26 to March 20, 2022.
In other news, check out the new book on New York’s forgotten King of Grills.
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Budweiser Launches Limited Edition Notorious B.I.G. Tall Boy Cans
The King of Beers celebrates the musical legacy of “Brooklyn’s Finest” with new limited edition Notorious B.I.G. Tall Boy Budweiser cans.
In partnership with the Christopher Wallace Estate, Budweiser has designed a New York exclusive can, inspired by Biggie’s legendary hip-hop career that has garnered him the GOAT within the rap community. Phrases including “King of New York” and “Brooklyn’s Finest” are accompanied by the Brooklyn skyline to further commemorate the legendary rapper’s hometown. Budweiser also replaced the creed on the can with Biggie’s iconic lyric from “Unbelievable” – “Live from Bedford-Stuyvesant the livest one, Representin BK to the fullest.”
Biggie’s mother Voletta Wallace comments on the limited-edition cans and partnership with Budweiser stating, “I am honored to know that a brand such as Budweiser wanted to celebrate my son in this way. Christopher’s legacy and brand value is extremely important to myself and the family and memorializing him on the can of an iconic beer brand as Budweiser is something I believe he would be happy with.”
The Budweiser x Biggie Tall Boy beer cans are only available in stores that carry Budweiser across the New York City area. The accompanying Budweiser x Biggie merch collection can also be purchased online at Shop Beer Gear with prices ranging from $25 to $60 USD.
In case you missed it, Oreo releases new salted caramel brownie and apple cider donut flavors.
FASHION:
SKIMS – the official Team USA underwear label helmed by Kim Kardashian – has tapped Kate Moss for its new TV ad campaign.
The OG supermodel and fashion icon appears in a series of visuals wearing the solution-oriented label’s bestselling Cotton and Fits Everybody collections. Highlight styles include the Cotton Rib Bralette and Fits Everybody Scoop Neck Bra, which are both loved for their comfortable fits. Directed and shot by Donna Trope, the campaign will be aired in 30-second and 15-second versions.
“I first met Kate in 2014 through Riccardo Tisci, and was instantly struck by her cheeky humor, authentic and classic beauty – we’ve been friends ever since,” Kim Kardashian commented in a press release. “She is THE fashion icon, defining whole generations of culture and style and I am honored to feature her as the new face of SKIMS this summer.”
Moss added: “What Kim is doing with the brand is so fresh and modern, making underwear women actually want and that fits perfectly: I wear it, my daughter wears it – even my mom wears it!”
Scroll through the gallery above for a peek at the campaign, which will launch across various platforms on July 15.
The 2021 BET Awards show was filled with exciting moments, including Cardi B‘s baby bump debut and stunning red carpet looks from the likes of Lil Nas X and Saweetie. One of the key highlights of the night included Zendaya, who arrived in a stunning vintage gown by Versace.The Euphoria star’s stylist Law Roach looked to the fashion house’s archives, digging up a purple piece worn by Beyoncé back in 2003. While the “Crazy In Love” singer donned a mini dress version, the actor opted for a maxi-length silhouette with a deep slit. The look was complete with high jewelry pieces by BVLGARI and custom Stuart Weitzman sandals.
“Paying homage to the Queen Beyoncé wearing Versace Spring/Summer 2003… Get you a stylist with an ARCHIVE!!!” the stylist captioned on Instagram. Take a closer look at Zendaya’s look down below.
In case you missed it, check out the full list of winners at the 2021 BET Awards.
TRAVEL: YOU CAN MAKE $33,000 USD BY MOVING TO THE SOUTH OF ITALY
Calabria, situated in the southern region of Italy, has announced that it plans to pay those willing to relocate to its villages.
“We want this to be an experiment of social inclusion,” the mayor of Altomonte Gianpietro Coppola said. “Draw people to live in the region, enjoy the settings, spruce up unused town locations such as conference halls and convents with high-speed internet. Uncertain tourism and the one euro houses are not the best ways to revamp Italy’s south.”
Offering $33,000 USD, the program is a part of the Italian government’s objective to repopulate the region. Statistics have found that 75 percent of the towns contain less than 5,000 residents each. Those interested in applying must be 40 years old or below and are prepared to put up their own small business, acquire an existing one or be a relevant professional needed by the village they are moving to.
“The goal is to boost the local economy and breathe new life into small-scale communities,” regional councilor Gianluca Gallo added. “We want to make [a] demand for jobs meet supply, that’s why we’ve asked villages to tell us what type of professionals they’re missing to attract specific workers.”
The programs applications will reportedly be available in the coming weeks.
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