Despite the decline of print, the fair shows that printed books are relevant, especially when used for visual collaborations.
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Museums open for free this weekend
For one weekend only, L.A. museums will be admitting patrons free of charge. The event aims to promote the arts in the area.
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In a corner of the museum, a painting hangs surrounded only by the sounds of soft chatter and footsteps. Yet the piece seems to speak volumes with its unique mixture of colors and inspiration from one of the biggest music genres in history: the blues. The Geffen Contemporary at the Museum of Contemporary Artâs current [...]
Read the rest of this article »Heritage Square offers glimpse into LA history
Just a short trip away on the Expo Line, the Heritage Square Museum preserves a slice of Los Angelesâ Victorian Era.
Read the rest of this article »An artistâs âoriginalâ provokes questions
The first solo show. Itâs what most artists look forward to as their chance to break into the art world and gain notoriety. Yet for pop painter Roy Lichtenstein, the first solo show in Los Angeles would go down in art history not as a simple display of talent but a showcase of humor. The [...]
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Discovering the world beyond USCâs campus enhances the collegiate experience. Itâs never too early to start exploring.
Read the rest of this article »The Golden Age of television offers dramas, reality series and cake shows
With reruns and new episodes of at least five different cake shows â Ace of Cakes, Wedding Cake Wars, Cupcake Wars, Cake Boss, and Ultimate Cake Off â available for your everyday consumption, it feels like television has hit a new low. More and more Netflix queues and DVRs are filling up with the likes of [...]
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Now that âPacific Standard Time: Art in L.A. 1945-1980â is in full swing, new exhibitions are popping up left and right as part of the initiative. So it comes as no surprise that choosing from the many exhibitions under the umbrella of this new project might seem overwhelming. But an easy way to experience this [...]
Read the rest of this article »Ra Ra Riot Remember last yearâs Welcome Week concert? Of course you do, given that indie up-and-comers Ra Ra Riot left a lasting impression. The band comprises an eclectic mix of instruments including a cellist and violinist among the tried and true bassist, guitarist and vocalist, has been on the rise since its 2010 Coachella [...]
Read the rest of this article »The music world fuses with art realm
Art cannot be confined within a gallery or museum. It can, however, interact with the major icons and movements of popular culture and the music world. This yearâs gala at the Museum of Contemporary Art, for instance, will feature Debbie Harry, the frontwoman from the group Blondie, as the special performer. Though it might seem [...]
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