Interview: Diane Gaeta

Explore a young Parisian's life through beautifully illustrated images culled from Facebook

by Vivianne Lapointe LA-based artist Diane Gaeta explores the complex themes of sexuality, self discovery and the life of a young Parisian girl through the manipulation of her image found on social networks in “Lolitas,” Gaeta’s two-day solo show at The America Martin Gallery. We had a chance to meet Gaeta in her studio, preview the large scale works on paper and discuss the creative …

Cool Hunting Video Presents: Comme il Faut

Tango shoes with style from the premier Argentinan dance footwear designer

While in Buenos Aires we stumbled across a curious manufacturing operation nestled in an alley and realized it was a unique opportunity for CH Video. Alicia Muñiz, the founder and designer of Comme il Faut, has been dancing tango most of her life. Dissatisfied with the available tango shoes Muñiz decided to go ahead and make her own. Seeking to bring a higher level of …

The Ground Magazine

Innovative business model sheds new light on cultural consumption

The recently launched web outlet, The Ground, is a multifaceted cultural platform that stands out for its innovative entrepreneurial approach. The project integrates a social network, interactive online publication and promotional platform, as well as a biannual print edition filled with notable articles from the virtual edition. The initiative emerged from the desire to offer artists and creatives the opportunity to promote their work and …