“The Clock” Keeps Ticking…
There never seems to be enough time in the day. Yet for visual artist and composer Christian Marclay, twenty-four hours is just the right amount. In 2010, Marclay released a twenty-four hour film...
View ArticleListen…Can You See It?
Several weeks ago The Bare Square highlighted movie posters that have taken inspiration from the works or techniques of fine artists. Today we bring to you another platform for fine art appropriation —...
View ArticleColor Commentary! Rolling In The Red
The British reggae/pop band UB40 began as friends who knew each other from various schools in the UK. The name “UB40″ stood for Unemployment Benefit, Form 40, referring to the document issued to people...
View ArticleLast Supper(s)!
Leonardo Da Vinci’s 15th century mural painting The Last Supper, depicting a monumental event chronicled in the Christian New Testament, is one of the most famous works of art in the world (rated #3 by...
View ArticleThe Irony of Ironing
You do not always need acrylic or oil paints to construct a masterpiece. Take for instance an unidentified Russian artist who takes everyday household items such as an iron steamer and bed sheets to...
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