Art

Don Norman Design Award Unveils 2024 Laureates

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Friday, September 13, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Don Norman Design Award (DNDA), a non-profit organization that promotes the practice and education of humanity-centered design (HCD+), today announced the DNDA 2024 Laureates.

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  • – Award Recipients to be Recognized at DNDA Summit in San Diego, November 14-15, 2024 –
    SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Don Norman Design Award (DNDA), a non-profit organization that promotes the practice and education of humanity-centered design (HCD+), today announced the DNDA 2024 Laureates.
  • DNDA was inspired by Don Norman, design pioneer, educator and champion of humanity-centered design.
  • "The Laureates are doing world-inspiring work, addressing many of today's issues, one step at a time," said Don Norman.
  • "We are extremely pleased with the caliber of projects submitted and global interest in our inaugural year," said Anil Kripalani, CEO of Don Norman Design Award.

Orveda, the French multi-award-winning biotech skincare brand, unveils LA MAISON ORVEDA NEW YORK CITY, a wellness sanctuary dedicated to glow and skin longevity, located in the heart of the Upper East Side.

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Thursday, September 12, 2024
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Orveda, the award-winning French biotech skincare brand, is delighted to announce the opening of its first flagship boutique in the United States, La Maison Orveda New York City.

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  • Orveda, the award-winning French biotech skincare brand, is delighted to announce the opening of its first flagship boutique in the United States, La Maison Orveda New York City.
  • This new Upper East Side location will serve as a hub, where luxury and art blend seamlessly, offering guests an exclusive immersion into the Orveda universe.
  • INFINIMENT COTY PARIS will be to fragrance what Orveda is to skincare: high end luxury, coupled with the latest innovations.
  • This 150 square foot boutique is a true temple of modern luxury, embodying the spirit and French Art de Vivre of La Maison Orveda.

What makes an artist great? 5 reasons why the likes of Goya, Frida Kahlo and Da Vinci are still revered today

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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How can we explain, in simple terms, what makes a great artist?

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  • How can we explain, in simple terms, what makes a great artist?
  • This question is more complex than it seems, as it forces us to think more broadly about what art is and who artists are.
  • Above all, it forces us to reflect on what makes one artist more important than another.
  • The piece was exhibited at the Art Basel Miami art fair in 2019, and made headlines all over the world.

History holds the answers

  • This resource is the history of art.
  • By looking back at artists of the past, we can pinpoint five key, clear elements of what makes a great artist.
  • Innovation and originality.Great artists have a unique perspective that allows them to introduce new ideas, techniques or styles that revolutionise the way art is understood and practised.
  • Art history is a source of knowledge, a discipline that combines criticism, aesthetics and market forces.
  • These factors combine to help explain why the work of some artists transcends time and trends, making them immortal figures in the art world.

LA Modern Auctions Marks Grand Opening of Hollywood Location with Milestone California Art and Design Auctions

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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LA Modern Auctions (LAMA) will mark their momentous move to Hollywood with two distinguished auctions of California Art and Design.

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  • LA Modern Auctions (LAMA) will mark their momentous move to Hollywood with two distinguished auctions of California Art and Design.
  • California Cool: Art of the West Coast and California Design will be offered as back-to-back auctions on September 26th, preceded by a grand opening and public preview reception on September 21st.
  • Centrally located in the art and design district of Hollywood, LAMA’s new location marks the auction house’s return to Los Angeles.
  • LA Modern Auctions (LAMA) is the first auction house to specialize in the selling of 20th century modern art and design.

Career-Spanning Exhibition of Works by María Magdalena Campos-Pons Features Photography, Installation, Video, Painting, and Performance

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Frist Art Museum presents María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold, a sweeping exhibition of photography, installation, video, painting, and performance spanning the nearly four-decade career of the Cuban-born artist who now lives and works in Nashville. Organized by the Brooklyn Museum and the J. Paul Getty Museum, the exhibition will be on view in the Frist's Ingram Gallery from September 27, 2024 through January 5, 2025.

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  • The exhibition audio guide will feature Campos-Pons speaking about selected works.
  • "Campos-Pons is a witness, chronicler, and oracle, telling stories that are emotionally powerful and searingly honest," writes Frist Art Museum chief curator Mark Scala.
  • In 2011, the Frist organized an exhibition titled Journeys that featured Campos-Pons's photography and multimedia works that explored aspects of the transatlantic slave trade broadly and her family's particular history in the sugar industry.
  • María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold is organized by the Brooklyn Museum and the J. Paul Getty Museum.

Northeast Delta HSA announces Recovery Month activities, initiatives for NELA

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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MONROE, La., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) announces its commitment to National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) and will host a series of activities and initiatives throughout September. Recovery Month started in 1989 and is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation's strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible.

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  • Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) announces its commitment to National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) and will host a series of activities and initiatives throughout September.
  • MONROE, La., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) announces its commitment to National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) and will host a series of activities and initiatives throughout September.
  • Our Recovery Month celebration is intended to recognize our collective humanity and desire to unify around things that matter."
  • NEDHSA's Recovery Month activities and initiatives include daily social media messaging and in-person events for the public.

MARCHON EYEWEAR AND SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN ANNOUNCE FASHION EYEWEAR DESIGN COURSE PARTNERSHIP

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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and SAVANNAH, GA., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Marchon Eyewear Inc., announces a new academic partnership with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), the global leader in art, design, and innovation in higher education, as the university launches its first-ever Fashion Eyewear Design course.

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  • and SAVANNAH, GA., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Marchon Eyewear Inc., announces a new academic partnership with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), the global leader in art, design, and innovation in higher education, as the university launches its first-ever Fashion Eyewear Design course.
  • SCAD's new dedicated Fashion Eyewear Design course within the university's prestigious Accessory Design program will allow students to explore the fusion of fashion and style with technical skills to design innovative eyewear.
  • Through the new SCAD Fashion Eyewear Design course and partnership with industry leader Marchon, the students will receive instruction in the art of eyewear design, focusing on technical and concept development, construction, technology, merchandising, industry innovations, standards, and more.
  • At SCAD, we are thrilled to be the first U.S. design university to offer a dedicated course in Eyewear Design, one of the industry's most exciting fields where fashion meets innovation," said Long-Nam TÔ, Chair of Accessory Design at SCAD.

New Book 'Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose' by John Rota Out Today

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose (Amplify Publishing) is OUT TODAY.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose (Amplify Publishing) is OUT TODAY.
  • This is a transformative book that introduces an innovative and unconventional approach to elevating your golf game while nurturing personal growth.
  • Play with joy, simplify your approach to the game, and maximize your precious time on the range.
  • Whether you're a seasoned golfer seeking a fresh perspective, a weekend warrior, a newcomer, or you just love the game, LET GO, LET GOLF promises to be a compelling journey that transcends the boundaries of the sport.

BILL Hires Payments Industry Leader Mary Kay Bowman as EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services

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Monday, September 9, 2024
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BILL (NYSE: BILL), a leading financial operations platform for small and midsize businesses (SMBs), today announced Mary Kay Bowman has joined as EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services.

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  • BILL (NYSE: BILL), a leading financial operations platform for small and midsize businesses (SMBs), today announced Mary Kay Bowman has joined as EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services.
  • As a member of the executive leadership team, Bowman will oversee the payments and financial services business, reporting directly to CEO and Founder, René Lacerte.
  • The market opportunity we are pursuing is immense, and there couldn't be a better time to bring the kind of deep leadership expertise Mary Kay has in payments and financial services," said René Lacerte, CEO and Founder of BILL.
  • Throughout her career, she has worked at the intersection of commerce and financial services, including online, cloud, and mobile commerce.

illy's Università del Caffè celebrates 25 years

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Monday, September 9, 2024
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TRIESTE, Italy, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- illycaffè proudly marks the 25th anniversary of its Università del Caffè, a global center of excellence dedicated to fostering the culture of quality coffee around the world. Founded in 1999, the Università del Caffè has been at the forefront of educating coffee growers, hospitality professionals, and enthusiasts, with a reach that now spans 23 countries, including headquarters in Trieste.

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  • Since its inception, the Università del Caffè has trained over 350,000 individuals, including coffee producers, baristas, restaurateurs, and coffee lovers.
  • The Università del Caffè exemplifies how a culture of quality and sustainability can be conveyed through innovative and engaging education."
  • With branches across different continents, the Università del Caffè offers a diverse range of courses tailored to meet local needs while maintaining a global standard of excellence.
  • For Coffee Enthusiasts: The Università del Caffè offers tasting sessions and informational courses designed to deepen the appreciation of coffee.