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Lubaina Himid, The Carrot Piece, 1985
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The Art Movement That Redefined Britain

What does it mean to be a British artist? The British Black Arts Movement introduced the world to a side of Britain that had been previously kept out of museums and galleries.

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Andreas Gursky outside the Southbank Center in London for The New York Times
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Andreas Gursky

German photographer Andreas Gursky has been taking pictures of people and places for the past five decades. His record-breaking auction prices have made him one of the most expensive photographers in the world.

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Avant Advisory: What is Generative Art?
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What is Generative Art?

Humans have been experimenting with generative art for centuries, but Web 3.0 technology such as NFTs and smart contracts has unlocked new possibilities. Here’s what you need to know about the movement that’s shaking up the art world.

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Dmitri Cherniak walks through LACMA lamps
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In conversation: Dmitri Cherniak at LACMA

After the acquisition of Ringers #962 into LACMA's collection, Generative artist Dmitri Cherniak and LACMA Curator Dhyandra Lawson discuss the artistry of systems, curating randomness, and the origins of Ringers.

JR: Miniature Giants (Interview)
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JR: Miniature Giants

Installations by JR are some of the most viewed artworks in the world. Ahead of our first collaboration, we visited the legendary photographer in Paris to talk about scale, scaffolding, the ever-growing ambition of his public projects and why he wants to stay naïve forever.

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Hilma af Klint, Portrait photograph, 1901 or earlier
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Hilma af Klint

Swedish artist Hilma af Klint was a pioneer of abstract art. She had a huge passion and curiosity for everything in the universe. Whether it was an atom, a plant, or a ghost. To her, they were all part of the same thing: existence.

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Kerry James Marshall x Wales Bonner collaboration for limited edition capsule collection
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X Marks the Spot – A history of collaboration in art and fashion

From Dali x Schiaparelli to Kusama x Louis Vuitton, fashion and art collaborations go way back. As Fashion Week begins, discover the history behind some of the most iconic cultural collaborations.

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Avant Advisory – What is silkscreen printing?
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What is silkscreen printing?

An expert printmaker takes a break from crafting world class editions at Make-Ready to guide us through the fundamentals, foibles and speculative future of screen printing and serigraphy.

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Close up of JR in a red coat, sunglasses and a hat
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JR

French artist JR takes public art to the next level. For nearly two decades, he’s made huge black-and-white photo installations in collaboration with local communities across the world. In this Artist’s Artist, we take a look at the backstory.

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INSA using a face filter
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Inside INSA's Collection

INSA is a self-described Graffiti Fetishist. Over his 15 year career, the anonymous artist has added his signature black and pink throw-up to walls, clothing and more recently NFTs. He’s also amassed an enviable art collection featuring works by legends like Murakami and ROIDS. His 'hunter-collector mindset' doesn’t stop at art, he spoke to Avant Arte about his 452 Gundam Robots, 2000 nudie lighters and the rocks that cover his house.

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Artist Barry McGee
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Barry McGee

This iconic artist has been doing graffiti for over 40 years. World-class museums and galleries revere his work, but he’s never stopped tagging the streets.

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Avant Essay, Bridging the gap between Hip-Hop and Art
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Bridging the gap: how 50 years of hip-hop has changed the artworld

This is the story all about how hip-hop and art have propelled each other to global domination. From graffiti on the streets of the Bronx to record breaking auction results, hip-hop giants continue to make waves in the artworld.

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corner detail of four original artworks on paper
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Curated by Julian Schnabel

Palazzo-dwelling painter and filmmaker Julian Schnabel is back. This time, with a selection of original works by artists from his own collection.

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Graham Steel's Collection
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Inside Graham Steele's Art Collection

From a 15th Century Jesus sculpture in the playroom to dick pics in the guest bed, artworld icon, Graham Steele, shows us his collection. The former partner at Hauser and Wirth lives in Los Angeles with his husband, Ulysses de Santi, and their daughter, Asher. Graham and Ulysses are both private dealers and advisers, balancing business with their own collecting obsession.

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Black and white photo of Barbara Kruger
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Barbara Kruger

From dropping out of art school to being copied by Supreme, Barbara Kruger is the queen of NYC cool.

Photo of Thornton Dial standing with his art
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Thornton Dial

American artist Thornton Dial became an international art world sensation at 60. He started his career many decades earlier, making toys out of junk. Today, he is considered one of the great artists of his generation.

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