Arteconomy: provocation between art and economy
The Arteconomy project, born as a provocation in 2016 at the Five Gallery in Lugano, and conceived by the founder Igor Rucci, aims to highlight the imbalance that occurs between art and the economy. The theoretical framework of the project is based on the belief that the financial component has obtained excessive relevance in the…
Read MoreArt as an investment
Art as an investment refers to the practice of buying and holding artworks with the goal of generating a financial return. While purchasing art for enjoyment refers to buying art because you personally appreciate it, regardless of its monetary value or potential for appreciation. Purchasing art as an investment is driven by market trends and…
Read MoreHow to Price Your Photography
If you’re a new photographer, learning how to price your photography can be tricky. This photography pricing guide will help you get every dollar you’re worth. Format TeamMay 26, 2021 If you’re wondering, “How much should I charge for my photography?” then keep reading. Pricing can be a complicated topic but you can keep it…
Read MoreThe best photographs of 2022
December 27, 2022 The AP Team, core AP Contributors and Picture Editors share their favourite photographs of 2022. The AP Team’s best photographs of 2022 Our images of the year. At AP we see thousands of stunning images each year, so it’s a challenge to pick out the best. Here are our favourites from…
Read MoreDespite a turbulent 2022, wealthy collectors are buying more – and pricier – art
The new Art Basel & UBS global collectors survey finds that they are on track to more than double their 2021 spendin Brian Boucher The global art market may be headed for an exceptionally strong year, according to the findings of A Survey of Global Collecting in 2022, co-published by Art Basel and UBS, prepared…
Read MoreInvesting In Art in 2022 – Where To Start
Chris Kendall looks at how to start investing in art This week I’d like to talk to you about why this is a great time to be investing in art, but first I’d like to set out some of the thinking behind what we offer. Those that I’ve been fortunate to chat with previously will…
Read MoreHow to dress festively without looking like a holiday decoration
Stylist Anna Berkeley celebrates the outfits that will ensure elegance for the party season November 29 2022 A feather trim can add a festive touch to a sombre dress © Adrian Samson / matchesfashion.com Please can you tell me where to find festive outfits that feel elegant and not like a Christmas decoration? Also, I…
Read MoreThis Luxurious Edition of The Blaue Reiter Almanac by Kandinsky and Franz Marc Exhibited for the First Time After Restoration
The TEFAF Museum Restoration Fund supported the restoration and digitization of the first copy of this luxurious edition in a Dutch public collection By TEFAF Editors June 24, 2022 MUSEUM RESTORATION FUND In 2015, the RKD – Netherlands Institute for Art History, Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Kunstmuseum Den Haag (then…
Read MoreArt Basel, DoodlePutt, Pussy Riot: The Block’s guide for the crazy web3 week ahead in Miami
Quick Take Miami’s busiest week of the year is about to unfold, and web3 will be everywhere. nft now, Mana Common, and MoonPay will open “The Gateway: A Web3 Metropolis” spanning two city blocks, while Tezos will allow Art Basel Miami Beach visitors to mint NFTs in real-time. Decentralized ride-sharing application Teleport will test out…
Read MoreDavid Hockney brings a splash of color to luncheon with King Charles III
Celebrated British artist David Hockney is renowned for the bold and expressive use of color in his paintings. So, it was only right that he made a daring sartorial statement when he was invited to the Order of Merit luncheon at Buckingham Palace. While some guests donned their finest loafers for the annual event hosted…
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