Across a walkway from Tottenham Hotspur’s giant London stadium, in a small third floor room of the old townhouse that houses the Sarabande Foundation, Leyman Lahcine is thumbing through some of his old sketchbooks. Ambient sounds from an old episode of Alex Rita’s NTS show tinkle in the background, while the minty-sweet legacy of palo…
Hair and makeup artist Janina Zais and fashion photographer Eva Losada’s latest collaborative project, A Natural Reflection, was born out of their participation in Palm Heights’ Open Palm residency programme. Shot on location in Grand Cayman, the short film was inspired by the creatures of the coral reef — with models meticulously painted to emulate…
A whole langoustine dissected and laid out flat, as if prepped by a lepidopterist. A vacuum-distilled clam vinegar that preserves their flavour, but removes the allergens that trigger shellfish reactions. Kelp simmered three times in a broth of aronia juice, dried mushrooms, and quince tea, transforms into something resembling a fruit leather. Then: a cup…
During the 80s, queer filmmakers from around the globe took up the camera to tell previously untold stories in bold and creative ways, bringing unapologetic portrayals of LGBTQ+ individuals to the big screen. The world stood on the cusp of transformation. Borders were poised to change, the fight to end Apartheid in South Africa persisted,…
Listening to Amy Winehouse’s Frank while burning the incense she created in collaboration with Apotheke, Paria Farzaneh is wearing a look almost all of her own creation: a blue mesh top with lace trim, military green balloon shorts, black tights, and a pair of Hoka slides. She holds a steaming cup of tea close to…
On the occasion of the 60th Venice Biennale — open now and running until 24 November 2024 — Something Curated continues its series, Behind the Biennale. Comprising a collection of essays from the curators of select national pavilions, the series offers first-hand perspectives on some of this year’s most exciting presentations. Following Yvonne Billimore and Jussi Koitela’s essay on curating…
On the occasion of the 60th Venice Biennale — open now and running until 24 November 2024 — Something Curated continues its series, Behind the Biennale. Comprising a collection of essays from the curators of select national pavilions, the series offers first-hand perspectives on some of this year’s most exciting presentations. Following the curators of the National Pavilion of Saudi…
Portuguese-Canadian visual artist Emanuel de Carvalho’s paintings and sculptures challenge preconceptions as to how we perceive and relate to the world around us. With a background in medicine and neuro-ophthalmology, the artist uses his practice to research perception as a psychophysical phenomenon, exploring the ways in which it is shaped by social norms and constructs….