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Inside Project Aikido At The Mandrake Hotel
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On Friday evening, The Sybarite team had the privilege of attending Project Aikidos remarkable fundraising gala at The Mandrake Hotel, London, with a group of art-loving clients. The evening aimed to generate awareness for a noble cause, raise funds, and collectively celebrate the power of art and music through showcasing the talents of under-represented black artists.
Throughout the evening, guests were treated to a variety of artistic talents, ranging from awe-inspiring sculptures by Joshua Donkor and Alvin Kofi, to vibrant sets by world-renowned DJs such as Salomé le Chat and Rockin Marroccin. Over dinner, guests were accompanied by the soulful voice of South Africa's artist of the year, Msaki, whose beautiful performance brought everybody to their feet. The founder...
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Inside Guggenheim Bilbaos New Pop Art Exhibition
Now, Guggenheim Bilbao is taking a look back at some of the biggest works to emerge from this movement, reimagining them in a new context and reintroducing them to a new age. Signs and Objects. Pop Art from the Guggenheim Collection has been curated by Lauren Hinkson and Joan Young, both of whom are curators for the Solomon R Guggenheim Museum. The Sybarite attended the exhibition’s opening in Spain, viewing the collective works ahead of time and hearing from the curators on Pop Art’s enduring relevance.
These Three Books Are Championing Saudi Arabian Wildlife
Luxury book publisher Assouline has brought the beauty of Saudi Arabian wildlife to life within the pages of three new books. The Middle Eastern nation is known for having an abundance of breathtaking wildlife, with the rich landscape providing the perfect home for many to flourish. These books focus on the majestic nature of three iconic species of fauna — wild horses, camels and falcons. Below, learn more about the titles and the people behind them.
What The Year Of The Dragon Means For You
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BAFTA Awards: What To Know Ahead Of The Dazzling Festivities
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Oscars 2024: The Nominations Are In
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Inside Russell Youngs Dreamland
British-born, California-based artist Russell Young has long been fascinated by celebrity culture and the disintegration of the 'American Dream'. His saturated paintings, depicting everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Kate Moss, by way of The Beatles and Elvis Presley, are currently gracing the walls of Maddox Gallery's latest outpost on Mayfair's Berkeley Square. We sat down with Young to discuss his key inspirations and what sets this body of work apart.
Art, Design And Wellbeing Unite At Martinhal Sagres
This weekend presented the opportunity to explore creativity through art, fashion, food and beauty, whilst also allowing me to tick another country off our bucket list. As we touched down in Faro and my husband eagerly awaited our luggage to loop around the belt, I was excited to embark on this experience — not just for this creative event, but for the resort itself, rated as one of the top luxury family-friendly hotels in Europe. Greeted by the sun glistening on the endless ocean, we arrived at Martinhal Resort. I was instantly entranced by the grandness of the resort and the warmth of the concierge.
Frieze London Was A Bold And Colourful Celebration Of...
Every year, hordes of art lovers descend upon Regents Park for the annual installation of Frieze London - one of the world’s most influential contemporary art fairs. Here, guests have the unique opportunity to discover emerging talent as they make their debut, while also having the privilege to view art from established names who are already widely celebrated. Spearheaded by artistic director Eva Langret, the festival is heavily powered by women, with a focus on female talent abundant throughout. Langret, who said it was her mission to highlight “London’s art scene now”, seamlessly fused both existing and upcoming talent in all its radiant diversity. Below, some of The Sybarite’s favourite exhibitions from the fair.
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What to Expect from Frieze London 2023: A Celebration of...
Frieze London and Frieze Masters are back in grand style for their 20th and 11th editions, respectively, from October 11th to 15th, 2023. These prestigious art fairs, set in the picturesque Regent's Park, are poised to bring together a dazzling array of international galleries spanning 46 countries. With extensive on-site and citywide programming, this year's event promises to be a celebration of London's vibrant cultural community. Eva Langret, Director of Frieze London, has eagerly anticipated this year's fair, describing it as the "most international edition to date." The 2023 edition of Frieze London boasts a remarkable lineup of over 160 renowned galleries. Among them, 28 galleries are celebrating their 20th consecutive year at Frieze, showcasing a diverse range of solo, group, and thematic exhibitions.
