What Does Sustainability Mean For The Art World?
Sustainability has been at the centre of the fashion and beauty industry for quite a while now, with zero waste beauty initiatives, the rise of slow fashion and sustainable furniture and homeware. With our culture taking action towards change, the art world is joining the conversation on sustainability. Let’s turn the spotlight to the art scene, to explore what the art world has done or is doing…
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Has Cancel Culture Gone Too Far?
Imagine the world reflected by a distorting mirror, always presenting a new and very much different version of itself to those who look. The complexity of this world can only be perceived by constantly looking at things from a different perspective. The society we live in, its history, its ideas, its literature and fashion are the result of this complexity. What happens if the complexity of the…
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Art & Culture: Must See Exhibitions In 2021
The year 2021 is now well underway, and despite all our hopes, the cultural and art sector continues to face challenges caused by Coronavirus. While the time for New Year’s Resolutions has (thankfully) passed, I want to encourage everyone to keep learning, enjoying art and being curious!
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Why We Need Human Rights Day
International Human Rights Day is one we spend celebrating the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) that took place in 1948. Championed by Eleanor Roosevelt, she brought an awareness and strong passion for human rights. The importance behind this day is beyond measure. As of 2019, one in two hundred people is a slave. Article 4 of the UDHR clearly states, “No one shall…
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3 Must-Watch Eye Opening Shows On Netflix Right Now
It is undeniable that the current state of our world and our planet is in a decline. We only have one planet to live on and we depend on it to make us healthy. However, modern life is a huge threat to Earth and it is damaging its ecosystems. Deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, pollution, globalisation, plastic waste, and climate change are only some of the rising factors impacting our…
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How Netflix’s Next In Fashion Challenges Industry Stereotypes
Unsurprisingly, over recent months I have found myself with extra time to catch up on TV and re-watch some of my favourite Netflix series. Coming back to this year’s Next In Fashion I could not help thinking how much it had surprised me in its more than heart-warming depiction of an industry plagued with nasty stereotypes…
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Exploring Mindfulness Through The Art Of James Turrell
As galleries are reopening to the public, we visit the work of James Turrell using art as a revelation – culture you cannot miss.
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Body Ideals And The Rise Of Inclusivity
After months in lockdown, the increasing sunshine has us longing for sandy beaches. However, with the pressure to become ‘bikini-body’ ready, it’s understandable if you feel self-conscious during this time of year. Since the beginning of time, it appears that society has always held a desired body type that many of us feel pressured to live up to. So, as we continue to be blessed with blue skies…
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Best Underrated Films You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
There has never been a better time to prepare some popcorn, sit down and treat yourself to a good film. Beyond numerous Hollywood blockbusters or Netflix series to binge-watch, at KeiSei we decided to put together a small list of the best underrated movies that didn’t get enough attention from the public, but you will definitely love.
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5 Digital Art Exhibitions To See Now
We’re currently in the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak and most people’s summer plans have been put on hold. Many establishments are temporarily closed as a precaution against the spread of COVID-19. But where does that leave art galleries and museums? In order to enable and maintain the engagement with art that is so crucial in these testing times, some institutions are suspending exhibition…
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Eco-Visionaries: Putting The Climate Crisis Into Perspective Through Art
We are currently facing an ecological and climate crisis. The planet is at risk of catastrophic effects from global warming and it is hugely important – now more than ever – that we recognise the damage caused from human activities and begin to take real, immediate action towards lowering the impending impacts. Eco-Visionaries is a timely, must-see exhibition that explores how artists, designers…
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Steve McQueen: Reflecting On The Past, The Present And The Future
The Turner-prize winning artist and Oscar-winning filmmaker, Steve McQueen, is not one to hold back when it comes to exploring ‘what it means to be human’. He produces provocative work of time and place and has been extremely influential for artists, filmmakers and screenwriters over the last 25 years. I visited his latest, large-scale art exhibition, ‘Year 3’, at the Tate Britain to view one…
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Meeting Shana Moulton’s Alter Ego
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems that seems to be taking over our generation. Around 1 in 3 of us will experience anxiety at some point in our lives. It might even affect your day-to-day life so badly that it becomes a disorder. American artist, Shana Moulton, has conjured up her alter ego, creating a character named Cynthia as a way to represent the modern-day fight…
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