Art Basel 2013: Paint, Zippers and Partnering

Groundbreaking work across collage and mixed media at the world-renowned art show

With the history of art stretching back to the earliest stages of humanity, it can be difficult to enter unexplored frontiers. The following artists presented work at this year’s Art Basel that, whether by means of innovation or refreshing clarity, delivered on the festival’s promise of the world’s best work. Mediums were mixed, thoughts were refined and never-before experiences were born. A character study, equal …

Art Basel 2013: Light and Fire

This year's Swiss edition illuminates vibrant sculptures of filtered glass, mirrors and more

Like moths to flame, light art—and its use within, and as a complement to, sculpture—attracted the attention of many visitors at this year’s 44th edition of Art Basel. Lamp-like orbs and rods, shadow art and even live fire mesmerized spectators. The use of light isn’t new to the art world, but the following artists utilized it with vibrance; morphing shape, perspective and color. Once again, …

BOFFO Fire Island Art Camp

NYC's arts-focused nonprofit opens a summer residency and programming at the beach

By claiming public spaces for artistic enrichment, New York City’s non-profit arts organization BOFFO continues to create ambitious participatory art projects. Their mission encourages engagement with works stemming from collaborations between communities and artists, both emerging and established. And, to top if off, all of their projects are free and open to the public. For the second time, BOFFO will be summering at the Fire …