The Duchamp Dictionary

An authoritative, alphabetically arranged exploration of the artist's life and work

The controversy and academic analysis surrounding the work of French-American painter Marcel Duchamp remains a focal point in art history circles. With Thomas Girst‘s new alphabetically arranged exploration of the artist—”The Duchamp Dictionary“—it has never been easier to gain insight into the man’s life and work. Coinciding with multiple global exhibitions celebrating the 100th anniversary of Duchamp’s “the readymade” (ordinary objects that he would select, …

Charged: Leo Villareal Interview

The light sculptor on his Burning Man origins and how "The Bay Lights" has changed everything

by Michael Slenske Two decades ago, New York-based light sculptor Leo Villareal attended Burning Man (the annual week-long art event in Black Rock City, Nevada, which culminates around a wooden sculpture of a man set on fire) and the experience changed his life. A few years later Villareal returned to the Nevada desert with a 16-strobe light beacon of his own design, which he fixed …

Jodi Bieber: Quiet

The renowned South African photographer explores vulnerability and masculinity in her new portrait series

Despite South Africa’s growing reputation as a hub for arts, culture and design (with events like Design Indaba showcasing local talent), a dark cloud of violence looms over the country, which many argue is intensified by shifting gender norms. Acclaimed photographer—winner of the 2011 World Press Photo for her moving portrait of Bibi Aisha, and also a Johannesburg local—Jodi Bieber explores masculinity and male vulnerability …