The History of the Color Pink

Known in Chinese as “foreign color,” pink has a rich and interesting history—in nature, art and culture. From its use in the 1700s in fashion and decor, to the 18th century Rococo movement, and today’s “millennial pink” craze, it’s a hue that has plenty of historical signposts. Perhaps most fascinating about the color, it’s not part of the electromagnetic spectrum, Christina Olsen says, “When we …

Juan Jose Barboza-Gubo + Andrew Mroczek’s “Canon” at the Museum of Sex

A riveting, NSFW exhibition celebrating the Peruvian LGBTQ+ community

Perhaps the most shocking attribute of NYC’s Museum of Sex happens to be the vast amount of important information circulating within its walls. Beyond the joyous, bouncy Funland, progressive programming—both permanent and temporary—aims to open eyes on the past, present and future of sex. The latest installation, “Canon,” once again succeeds at this. Curated by Lissa Rivera and featuring the works of Juan Jose Barboza-Gubo …

Martyn Heyne: Fårö

Berlin-based classically trained musician and composer Martyn Heyne’s latest, “Fårö,” woos with its eerie beauty. The electronic instrumental track features no vocals, only an oscillating, moody soundscape. Appearing on Heyne’s debut full-length Electric Intervals, the song (and album) were recorded at his studio in Tempelhof Airfield, where he’s worked with bands like The National.