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It's a total failure in the Art Market to get lost in translation, tell the Artists story behind the Artwork and Stop placing 9000% on how much bling it sold for. Thine Market Puppeteers are also totally at odds with what the Market demands are, totally out of touch with both the artist and the collectors. You Keep on selling recycled works that by now, all belong in Museums. Contemporary is King but not all, There's a demand for voices that speak to the need of our time. The World is in pains of war and hunger, collectors are looking for all things moral, ethical, the juices that speak to their values. A shredded Artwork brought shock and awe when it was sold, headlines went to the Bank on this and not the story behind the protest which it was, how many more murals are needed on the Apartheid Wall for you to grasp the message? Those familiar with the industry, let these thoughts linger. It's not about how much you can get in your Banky it's about the story, the mission, the purpose, the heart and soul. I had a dog named Banky, he was my first Mural on the street, one of my first protests against cruelty to animals. Few days back I heard a cruel person calling others human animals. It's time to allow Art to fulfil its true purpose. Can Art Change The World? A question I asked during one of my Exhibitions earlier this year. An attempt to see the condition of the human heart. Shredded Artworks simply means, people failed to heed the message on the wall, specifically an Apartheid Wall. www.AfroArabianEmpire.com

Have you been rejected ? pernah tak kena reject What did you do ? Buat apa lepas tu ? I remembered I started to sell my first mini sized art entitled "Evolution " art at a local Art Talk . Also remembered that at Pelita Hati a gallery in KL , it was 2007 , as I brought my artworks , I was asked to come back with other fresh artworks. "Abby , you need to paint more and come back next time we will view your art again " Yes, my art was initially rejected by the gallery .It was not good enough and not sellable . I came back a month later , with my naive butterfly series and I was indeed happy that Pelita Hati had accepted and I was further asked to make more butterfly art as the Gallery had received orders from their client . However , I believe that artists need not limit Gallery as their only channel to promote art as artists themselves are their own promoter . As social media and the expansion of internet more and more art are being sold directly . The learning is : Do not take no as a yes Take no as a challenge to create and keep on creating It can be done so what's your story ?? #artoncanvas #artsuccess #successstoriesart #sellart #artandbusiness #artchallenge #AbbyZainartistMalaysian #AbbyZainmakingimpactthroughvisuals

Roots on the Rock | Cesar Forero | Gallery Reception: Saturday, March 9, 4 – 7p (Performance 6 pm) https://lnkd.in/gZBKSQkS My generation is witnessing good and powerful changes on our planet, making our lives easier and more efficient. Technology makes our work more productive and with greater global reach. The great disparity continues to be that we are advancing economically, but the emotional and spiritual relationship with our planet is increasingly more distant. It is difficult to understand how it is possible that our intelligence allows us to advance so quickly at a technological level, but we do not find the balance to prevent the destruction of our environment. This project evaluates our active participation in environmental recovery. My personal development as an individual artist who transforms and matures, is now finding physical limitations to do what was previously very easy to do. The re-adaptation of my body makes me aware that the changes in my own being occur simultaneously with the changes in the planet. The big difference is that I accept the shackles of my life as the normal process of my existence, but this planet will be home to millions of future generations. Therefore, we should not accept the deterioration of the planet as normal, but do every possible act to reverse the damage we have caused.  Perhaps my job as an artist creating this project is to rely on something greater than myself and send a spiritual message embedded in the artworks. Possibly and very ambitiously, the dream is to create a project that radiates and expands like songs and love stories. The message and objective are the creation of a piece that unfolds in nature and that makes sense if humanity participates in this environment, enjoying it, but leaving it intact for the future. - Cesar Forero 

"𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀" integrates historical visual elements into modern designs, evoking nostalgia and emotional resonance through cultural references. Explore more ideas at https://lnkd.in/d_K9nKg #NostalgiaDesign #VintageInspiration #TimelessAesthetics #EmbraceThePast #DesignTraditions.

🎨 How Public Art Changes the World for the Better 🎨 Public art is more than just decoration – it's a powerful tool for social change and community building. From murals that tell the stories of marginalized communities to sculptures that challenge our perceptions, public art has the ability to transform spaces and inspire action. One of my favorite examples is [insert specific example or story]. This piece not only beautified the neighborhood but also sparked important conversations about [insert relevant social issue]. It's a reminder that art is a universal language that can bridge divides and bring people together.Public art creates a sense of identity and pride, encourages community engagement, and can even drive economic development by attracting visitors and businesses to the area. It's a testament to the power of creativity and collaboration. **Have you experienced the impact of public art in your community? Share your stories and favorite pieces below!** ⬇️ #PublicArt #CommunityBuilding #SocialChange #ArtForGood #CreativeImpact

https://lnkd.in/e2Ji7yZm MODU: CHAPTER I PRELUDE It is the year 1953. Conflicts have been brewing worldwide for some time, encompassing various sectors of the economy and territorial disputes. Many countries are on high alert, anticipating a potential global sociopolitical crisis. The involvement of previously overlooked pro-environmental institutions has become imperative to mitigate resource scarcity and the planet Earth's deterioration. Numerous countries are hastily forming alliances, with not everyone making it into the first group, leading to the emergence of a second. All prior alliances are crumbling rapidly. Both groups of countries are at odds over their interests. Although they publicly announce mutual agreements to resolve their differences and reassert human survival as a common objective, many people remain skeptical about their leaders intentions due to several scandals. The existence of an organization operating at the highest echelons of every government worldwide is now public knowledge. They claim to be ensuring the well-being of their people. Rumors suggest that they have been actively intervening in each national department for an extended period, preparing for the impending crisis. #illustration #illustrations #illustrationart #illustrationoftheday #illustrationartists #illustrationgram #illustrationartist #illustrationwork #dystopian #dystopia #dystopianproject #dystopianfuture #art #artist #artwork #arte #artoftheday #artistic

"𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀" integrates historical visual elements into modern designs, evoking nostalgia and emotional resonance through cultural references. Explore more ideas at https://lnkd.in/ejqR_dFC #NostalgiaDesign #VintageInspiration #TimelessAesthetics #EmbraceThePast #DesignTraditions.

  Stop War Poster Exhibition   The poster exhibition titled 'Stop War' has been initiated as a social project against any form of war and mass murder anywhere in the world. This project advocates for peace and freedom on a global scale. In the 21st century, we witness wars like the conflict in Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Gaza, resulting in the suffering and even killing of large groups of civilians for various reasons. Children, the elderly, the young, women, and men among civilians are innocent, and no one should be killed in any war for any reason, as it is a basic human right. As artists and graphic designers of this era, it is essential to voice the message “Stop War” to the world. This human demand necessitates coming together to create powerful posters. Note: Any Kinds of racism and pro-war designs not tolerated and will be rejected.   Technical Requirement: -      All kinds of designs and techniques to create your posters are free. -      Each Poster in Two size first for Online Exhibition; 30x42cm, 300dpi, RGB -      Files Named Format; Name_Surname_Poster_Name Send the files to: [email protected] Deadline: 1 January 2024 Note: Don’t forget to save the Original Posters in 70x100 cm, CMYK, 300dpi for the next step. After online exhibitions posters could be exhibited as print versions. https://lnkd.in/d6CwJKyH

Echoes in the Present The presence of ghosts from the past in our public spaces is undeniable. They linger in the names of buildings, streets, sculptures, and plaques, reminding us of a history that cannot be erased. However, these legacies, particularly those related to the Transatlantic Trade in Enslaved Africans, have a profound impact on the communities that encounter them daily.    Recognizing this, Legacy, a project aimed at unveiling the forgotten or lesser-known echoes of history, seeks to shed light on individuals and cultures that have been lost to time. African cultures, indigenous communities, enslaved individuals, abolitionists, suffragettes, writers, and many others have struggled for their right to be acknowledged and heard. Their stories, often overshadowed by dominant narratives, need to be brought to the forefront.    Legacy aims to delve into history and meticulously sift through archives in order to highlight these generations who have remained invisible for far too long. In this pursuit, the Dymaxion Fuller map, invented by Buckminster Fuller, emerges as a powerful tool. Unlike other map projections such as the Mercator or the Gall–Peters projection, which distort the true shape and size of continents, the Dymaxion Fuller map strives for accuracy by minimizing these distortions.    It presents a world that is more faithful to reality and less influenced by the Euro-centric perspectives dominant in traditional cartography. Moreover, the removal of the traditional north-up/south-down orientation from the Dymaxion Fuller map challenges the narratives established by European empires. By doing so, it dismantles the inherent cultural bias embedded in our perception of the world. Such biases can prevent us from fully grasping the realities and experiences of others.    To truly improve our understanding of the world, we must approach it with fresh eyes and a willingness to confront our unconscious biases. We need to be aware of the ways in which our cultural backgrounds shape our perspectives, influencing how we interpret and map reality. The Dymaxion Fuller map calls for a reevaluation of our ways of seeing, compelling us to question the stories we have come to accept as truth. By uncovering and acknowledging the forgotten voices and cultures of the past, Legacy aims to bridge the gaps in our collective memory. https://lnkd.in/eRBwHXv9 https://lnkd.in/emd_dTs3  

Recent Research Projects about Violence and Memory: https://lnkd.in/epYMVXfg The question ‘what comes after the Monument?’ does not mean to signal the final death of the monument as a form, nor a foreclosure of the problematics through a new era of monumentality, nor an ameliorative move to quickly re-narrate or replace problematic histories. It is rather a call for a moment of suspension and speculation, in which the psychosocial, epistemic and material dynamics from which problematic monuments emerge, can be collectively thought with the people most affected by their presence. Here the ‘after’ does not indicate a teleological relation to time, but a spectral one – in which historical moments of oppression co-exist, and through which continuities of resistance, what Ruth Wilson Gilmore has phrased the ‘infrastructures of feeling’ might be both marked and continuously facilitated.  --- Memory and Struggle