CARNIVORES REJOICE
Nestled in South Beach Miami’s Lincoln Road Mall is the sexy eatery Meat Market. From its modish chic interior to its dimly illuminated outdoor seating area, Meat Market is sure to delight the taste buds of any true meat lover. Seafood lovers are also welcomed with fresh catches and cuts all supervised by Executive Chef […]
GONE
Contemporary American artist, Kara Walker’s mural ‘Gone: An Historical Romance of a Civil War as it Occurred Between the Dusky Thighs of One Young Negress and Her Heart’ is uncomfortably interesting, to say the least. The 1994 installation, which is now mounted in The MoMA in New York, confronts sexuality and violence while critiquing historical […]
VINATERIA NYC
Nestled in Harlem, New York, on the corner of 119th Street, is the ever chic Vinateria. The Italian and Spaniard influenced restaurant boasts a cultured setting and highlights it’s wine and cocktail program. The seasonal menu isn’t so shabby either – locally sourced ingredients enrich main course like their grilled whole Branzino sided with squash. […]
DOTS ON BLACK
Some may say “polka dot” is as American as American Pie, even though the recognizable print has British roots, dating as far back as the nineteenth century. Either way, whether you associate the print with British or American culture, the simple fact is, “polka dots” is iconic and spans through pop culture and fashion seamlessly. […]
PAINTERLY ARCHITECTONIC
‘Painterly Architectonic’ is a series of abstract paintings produced by Russian avant-garde artist Lyubov Popova in 1916. The collections, constructed with oil on canvas, are characterized by dynamic, overlapping planes which seem to float in space. The colored diagonal shapes in this painting suggest movement but also a sense of balance. ‘Painterly Architectonic’ is currently […]
TIME FLIES
‘Time Flies’ is a two tone contemporary piece by British artist Filfury. The piece, which was conceptualized in 2014, follows Filfury’s creative direction of clashing pop culture vs nature using textures. INSTAGRAM | @filfury
GARDENIA NYC
Nestled in a quaint open space, off Varick in the West Village neighborhood of Manhattan, NY, is Gardenia, a Mediterranean and Latin American fusion restaurant ideal for those with an inquisitive sense of taste. The eatery, which is spearheaded by Chef Mario Hernandez, boasts its cultural influences and indulges guests with casual elegance. Make sure […]
MADONNA, CIRCA 1989
Madonna is a fiberglass and pigment constructed structure by artist Anish Kapoor. The sculpture is part of a group of work Kapoor displayed in the British Pavilion at the 1990 Venice Biennale entitled Void Field. Void Field consists of large blocks of sandstone with a hole in the upper side filled with black pigment.
FALL 2015 MOOD: JOAQUIN
#SHERMANPRESTON AUTUMN 2015, entitled JOAQUIN, builds its momentous mood from the brilliance of the exuberant mockumentary, ‘I’m Still Here.’ Starring famed actor, Joaquin Phoenix, the films’ murky portrayal of Joaquin’s relentless search for personal gratification is constantly conflicted by perception and doubt. The #SHERMANPRESTON interpretation of the artistic piece honors that portrayal, quoting directly from the film’s dialogue to bring the mood for AUTUMN 2015 to life. Inspired […]
Wise Words By Groucho Marx
“Here’s To Our Wives And Girlfriends … May They Never Meet!” Groucho And Me, 1959
Jesse Jackson VS Marvin Gaye
Classic Moment Of Activist Jesse Jackson Playing Basketball Against Legend Marvin Gaye. Would Be Interesting To Know Who Won.
The Baxter Chair by Angel Naula
“This sexy, nostalgic chair is sensually modern with well-defined but not overstated curves that scream vintage madness. The subtle understated minimalism is a tribute to the golden years of mid 20-century design where functionality and fashion met with balanced proportions. The ottoman is classically minimal with clean, simple lines and delicate, subtle top-stitched seam work.” […]
The New Yorkers – Robert Herman
The New Yorkers “New York City is like a diamond mine. The pressure will turn one into coal dust or a multi-faceted jewel. To survive with some sort of evolving grace, it is absolutely essential to cultivate a Zen-like awareness. Consciously choosing to be in a state of openness is also useful for making photographs. […]