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Alan Bowness’s theory of circles suggests that recognition for modern artists occurs in concentric circles, with legitimacy initially established among peers and later by critics, the market, and the public. Artists’ trajectories involve accumulating recognition as they move from smaller to larger circles, driven by different legitimizing agents. The first circle, that of peers, consists of emerging contemporary artists – equals. The second, as per Bowness, includes art critics, encompassing curators and museum directors. The third involves the market, comprising collectors, gallery owners, and dealers, who, through commercial operations, elevate artists to the Olympus for the public—the largest concentric circle—to consecrate them (Bowness, 1989). #recognition #legitimation #contemporaryart #alanbowness #artists #phd #circles #kaws #consultancy #thepartners

Learn more the #restoration updates and what's next for the Castro Theatre in the link below!

Does artistic liberation for diasporic communities depend on becoming untethered from whiteness? Hear some insights from gallerist, curator, and producer Rajiv Menon as we shared a broad conversation about his ongoing work, about intentionally integrating art into our everyday experiences, and how he hopes art can offer a continued interrogation of our relationship to ourselves and our culture. Full chat (along with many others on "TRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'm DOING") is here: https://lnkd.in/gRzuUrd9

In recent years, Latino artists have emerged as powerful voices in the realm of public art. 🖼️ They transform urban landscapes with vibrant murals, thought-provoking sculptures, and interactive installations. After all, these artists draw upon their rich cultural heritage and diverse experiences to create works that resonate with communities, celebrate identity, and provoke meaningful dialogue. By infusing public spaces with their unique perspectives, Latino artists not only redefine the aesthetic of cities but also foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Latino culture and history. Their contributions are reshaping public art, making it more inclusive, dynamic, and reflective of the multicultural fabric of society: Find out who they are: https://hubs.la/Q02BW_lp0 #HispanicExecMag

I wonder... if Creative New Zealand & Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage are actually in touch with their sector or only have an appetite for professional funding applications?!? Do they actually have capacity to notice the most prolific Independent Digital Commissioning Service for the Arts in Aotearoa from a humble setting like Te Awarua o Porirua. TOI AGENCY Limited *powered by iSPARX™ are prolific practitioners with a portfolio that represents an incredible roster of work & artists - predominantly Māori or indigenous. 'Ruatoki' by Tāme Iti; HA-HA.app by Regan Tamanui; Pacific Sisters AR+artist™ App; 'Whakairo' by Kereama Taepa; Lissy & Rudi 'Wharenui Harikoa'. Amongst these artists we've developed installations for specific locations including Perth, Freemantle, Brunei, Singapore, Townsville, Melbourne, Hawaii, Tasmania, Tokyo, Waikato, Tauranga, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Porirua, Calgary & LA. Kaupapa Māori with a proven record of International work & partners... awards including the NDF (National Digital Forum) for Innovation (Te Papa 2018) & a recent nomination for Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards for our work with Paku. Yet we've been refused & rejected for funding by Creative New Zealand, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage, Callaghan Innovation, Wellington City Council. Apparently we don't fit their criteria. We develop success! Meritocracy is not a consideration. Seriously, we're dedicated to be innovative, creative & artistic but are required to fit inside a tight set of bureaucratic parameters?! We all know how unproductive those government organisations are... & we see them fund unproductive failures like Toi Hourua ($5.3M hole there). We also don't employ professional funding writers... this is a matter of principle as we believe "actions speak louder than words". We have persisted with propagande par le fait - or propaganda of the deed ideals - "actions speak louder than words" but we still don't get heard. Well not in Aotearoa & not by Creative New Zealand or other Government funders. ARTIVIST : creative is my personal venture - working with Artists as a practitioner. I'll be working in The OCTAGON with TOI AGENCY Limited, Pataka Art + Museum, Porirua City Council & Kai Tahi *powered by iSPARX™ with or without Creative New Zealand funding. We've now moved offshore recently registering business in Calgary, Alberta & Australia. Maybe one day we'll get noticed in Aotearoa. But we suspect we need to make more noise overseas or get big enough we can have someone write our funding applications. For now we'll keep making digital art with exceptional artists. *for insight to how we approach our work >> https://lnkd.in/gkRAG24W

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Part 1/2: At the London Art Fair this month, the panel “What’s next in the art market?” shed new light on the challenges and opportunities the art world is set to navigate in 2024. Moderated by ArtTactic's Lindsay Dewar, and featuring industry experts including Sotheby's Head of Middle Market, Marina Ruiz Colomer, dealer Peter Osborne of Osborne Samuel Gallery, and Hong Kong based collector, Kitty Go. We first explore the five challenges. Read more on the link in comments ⬇ #ArcualTech #ArtTech #ArtMarket #LondonArtFair #ArtMarketTrends

The intergenerational transfer of art can be challenging for collectors and museums alike. Discover solutions for art legacy planning in “The Great Art Mismatch” by the Art Resources Team at Morgan Stanley, in Deloitte's 8th edition of the Art & Finance Report. https://mgstn.ly/3ywbw0y

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