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arts-and-culture1 year ago•8 min saved

Yoko Ono: From Childhood Trauma to Immersive Art World

Yoko Ono's childhood experiences during World War Two, including hunger and the power of imagination, heavily influenced her conceptual art. Her son, Sean Ono Lennon, discusses her artistic origins and collaborations with John Lennon. Ono's work, currently showcased at London's Tate Modern, invites viewers to engage in various activities and imagine a world through her eyes. Her influence on Lennon and their joint advocacy for world peace are also highlighted.

via BBC.com|

#arts-and-culture #conceptual-art #john-lennon

music1 year ago•14 min saved

Yoko Ono: An Artistic Journey Through Trauma and Anarchy

Yoko Ono's music, often misunderstood and subject to criticism, is being celebrated in a new retrospective at the Tate Modern. From her avant-garde beginnings to her more pop-oriented contributions, her work has brought a refreshing, innovative, feminist dimension to rock & roll. The retrospective offers a look at some of her most inspiring musical moments, showcasing her diverse and influential career.

via The Quietus|

#avant-garde #music #retrospective

accidents1 year ago•0 min saved

Fatal Fall: Tragedy Strikes at London's Tate Modern Gallery

A man died after falling from the Tate Modern gallery in London, with emergency services unable to save him. The incident is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious, and the museum closed for the rest of the day. This tragic event follows a 2019 incident where a British teenager threw a 6-year-old boy from the gallery's viewing platform, causing life-changing injuries.

via The Washington Post|

#accidents #art-gallery #death

arts-and-culture2 years ago•10 min saved

El Anatsui's Monumental Art: Transforming Daily Life with Recycled Rubbish

Ghanaian artist El Anatsui, known for his monumental sculptures made from recycled materials, is showcasing his latest work, "Behind the Red Moon," at Tate Modern in London. Anatsui's sculptures, made from aluminum bottle caps linked with copper wire, defy categorization and have been praised for their scale, sensuousness, and craftsmanship. His artwork explores themes of colonial trade and empire, while also highlighting the beauty and potential of recycled materials. Anatsui's work has had a significant impact on the African contemporary art market, and his pieces can fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars.

via The New York Times|

#arts-and-culture #contemporary-art #el-anatsui