Welcome to the Friday Weekly Wrap-Up newsletter, where we explore the intersection of Art, Fashion, and Pop Culture.
Alessandro Michele: The New Creative Force Behind Maison Valentino
After much speculation spanning 14 months, Alessandro Michele has officially been named the new creative director of Maison Valentino. Following his departure from Gucci, anticipation has been rife regarding his next move. Michele’s journey at the Maison begins next Tuesday, April 2nd, as he steps into his role at the iconic couture house in Rome. Fashion enthusiasts can eagerly await his inaugural collection under the Valentino banner, slated for Spring 2025.
Richard Serra Pioneering Sculptor & Rulebreaker Has Passed Away
Richard Serra, the renowned American artist celebrated for pushing the limits of sculpture, passed away at the age of 85 at his residence in New York on Tuesday. Among the artists who challenged conventions and reshaped the landscape of sculpture in 1960s New York, Richard Serra stood out for his unparalleled statements.
Legal Action Against Kim Kardashian Over Alleged Misrepresentation of Donald Judd Artwork
The Judd Foundation has initiated legal action against Kim Kardashian for making inaccurate claims about artwork created by the renowned Minimalist artist in a promotional video showcasing her Skkn by Kim offices. In the 2022 video, Kardashian asserted, “These Donald Judd tables are really amazing,” describing two large wooden tables, which “totally blend in with the seats.”
TheArtGorgeous Magazine Issue #11
This week, alongside Hong Kong Art Week we launched TheArtGorgeous Print Magazine Issue #11. Teaming up with painter Kitty Ng, we unveiled both the beloved magazine and TheArtGorgeous City Guide Hong Kong. Missed out? Fear not! You can read the printed magazine online here.
