Artvisor’s latest exhibition, Rarities, opens in London on 9th April. Features a body of newly commissioned works by Santiago Reyes Villaveces (b. 1986, Bogotà) and curated by Piero Tomassoni, the exhibition is the first of a series of three exhibitions by the artist, opening this month in London, Venice, and Medellin.
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Exhibitions Highlights in New York this Spring
Piero Tomassoni has picked six exhibitions not to miss in New York right now...
Frank Auerbach ‘The Charcoal Heads’ at the Courtauld
Frank Auerbach: The Charcoal Heads, recently unveiled at The Courtauld Gallery, brings together a hauntingly beautiful series of portrait drawings and paintings created by the acclaimed artist during the 1950s and early 1960s in post-war London.
Nicole Coson ‘In Passing’ Exhibition at Silverlens New York
A solo exhibition by London-based Filipino artist Nicole Coson opened on 7 March 2024 at Silverlens' Chelsea location, marking the artist's debut on US shores.
Vincenzo Agnetti at the Cardi Gallery
Simultaneously taking place from June to September across Cardi’s London and Milan galleries, Tempo e Memoria (Time and Memory) is an extensive exhibition dedicated to the Italian conceptual artist, poet, and essayist Vincenzo Agnetti (1926-1981). The show is a continuous spectacle across the two spaces, featuring a comprehensive collection of the artist’s works from 1969...
David Tremlett ‘Jazz Cascade’: The 50th Anniversary Of Umbria Jazz
Two new works for major British-Swiss artist David Tremlett in Umbria. The artist was commissioned to design the official poster for the 50th anniversary of Umbria Jazz, one of the most prestigious and long-standing jazz festivals worldwide. David Tremlett, Jazz Cascade, 50th Anniversary of Umbria Jazz. The new work ‘Jazz Cascade’ was unveiled at the...
Review of William Kentridge at the Royal Academy, London
One of the Royal Academy’s most impressive exhibitions in recent years, William Kentridge is a testament to his standing as one of the most important artists of our time. Throughout the show, the artist’s versatility, breadth and insightful approach to every medium he works with shine through. More than six years in the making, this...
“Ambulatory archives of movie star womanhood”: Drag Queens in Andy Warhol’s Art
Drag queens - people, usually men, who use dress and makeup to imitate and exaggerate female gender signifiers for entertainment - were of great fascination to Andy Warhol, who explored the figure through varying mediums, including the silkscreen, photography and performance.
Meditations on Andy Warhol’s Fright Wig
In his early 20s, Andy Warhol began wearing a wig. At first, it was to disguise his hair loss. However, as the years went on, the unique silver wig contributed to his avant-garde mystery, and the wig, a means of concealment, became a recognisable feature of the public figure of the artist.
12 Women Artists to Watch
In celebration of International Women’s History Month, Artvisor is taking the opportunity to showcase some women artists whose work we admire and who are achieving international success in 2022.