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#ArtinResonance opens next week at the Peninsula Hotel in conjunction with Hong Kong Art Week, displaying a collection of newly commissioned, immersive artworks from visionary artists, including “Esmeralda,” Kingsley Ng's monumental sculpture that will hover above the hotel’s iconic façade. Luxury hotels have long been competing for the art displayed on their walls and in their public spaces, and with their support for contemporary artists. #Art and #Luxury have an inextricable relationship, with art traditionally nobilitating luxury, inspiring creativity and most recently facilitating access to new, younger audiences for brands. It's a constant dialogue and exchange, where one can argue that Luxury is nobilitating Art too? And what about considering Art as Luxury? We'll discuss these fascinating and extremely relevant topics in the next class of #PrinciplesofLuxury on Monday. Registrations are now open for the June edition of the course at Sotheby's Institute of Art. #Luxurybusiness #Luxuryevolution #shapingculture #Artandluxury

This exhibition at the Giza pyramids looks amazing: https://lnkd.in/eQv4p2Vg Having had the privilege of visiting the pyramids some years ago, this certainly sparked my interest in wanting to go again, but it also got me thinking how much harder historic sites are having to work these days to draw the numbers they once used to achieve. Despite record numbers in recent years, challenges such as global travel disruptions, increased sustainability awareness, and shifting visitor expectations are starting to reshape heritage tourism. It feels like places can no longer rely on their core offer anymore, and that in order to drive engagement, they need to find new ways of staying relevant and adding value. Personally, I think it's a great way of breathing new life into historical attractions, creating a layered experience that’s both familiar and surprising. There are plenty of examples of this happening across the sector - I particularly enjoyed the Glenn Ligon installation at the The Fitzwilliam Museum recently, which challenged and provoked, and made me see things in a new way within a museum I've spent much of my life visiting. The Tony Cragg installation at Castle Howard Estate Ltd, also did similar over the summer, blending storied architecture with modern forms. By embracing contemporary artistic voices, these sites are offering experiences that challenge, engage, and excite visitors. I think it’s a powerful and positive way forward for cultural spaces, ensuring they remain vibrant and relevant across generations, but I wonder if we're also witnessing a shift away from simply drawing on large crowds to delivering, smaller, more sustainable, more meaningful experiences. With this shift towards creating layered, deeper experiences over sheer volume, heritage sites are going to need to do some serious rethinking about their business models to balance sustainability with financial viability. I dare say there are a lot of challenges ahead, but it feels like an exciting moment.

When considering art destinations in the Northeast, it's easy to focus on major cities like New York and Boston with their renowned museums. However, these aren’t the only cultural hubs worth exploring. Here are four road trip ideas to Northeast cities that are also artistic havens. Start exploring in #YourAAA. #AAAEmployee

✨ Capturing life in motion against the stunning backdrop of architecture has always been a passion of mine. During my visit to the Oslo Opera House, I experienced this interplay between light, shadow, and human connection like never before. As I wandered across the expansive marble plaza, I was struck by how the building invites interaction—encouraging visitors to walk, sit, and reflect on their surroundings. I found myself constantly looking for new perspectives, as each angle told a different story. I was particularly moved by the surreal reflections on the glass surfaces, which blurred the lines between reality and reflection. It made me realize that great architecture doesn't just create a physical space; it creates a platform for shared experiences. Similar to my memories at the Sydney Opera House, both spaces evoke awe yet invite unique forms of engagement with the community. This beautiful exchange of art, architecture, and life enriches our everyday experiences. If you're interested in travel photography, architecture, and capturing moments that inspire reflection, check out my latest article, "Light, Shadow, and Movement." Join the conversation on Medium by following my publication, Accidental Aesthetics. I can't wait to hear your thoughts! 👉 Read more: [Light, Shadow, and Movement](https://berk.li/c9dno7) #ArtAndPhotography #TravelPhotography #ArchitectureInsights

𝑼𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒊𝒄𝒔 💕 Had a fantastic time conducting a mosaic coaster workshop, where creativity met tradition! 💕Did you know that mosaics date back to ancient Mesopotamia, over 5,000 years ago? Historically this art form was used to adorn temples and palaces, this art form has evolved but still retains its timeless charm. It was incredible to see participants bring this ancient technique to life, crafting their own unique designs with modern flair. Beyond #artistic expression, workshops like these offer a space for #mindfulness and #calm. The process of piecing together intricate patterns encourages focus, patience, and a sense of accomplishment allowing #creativity to flow while promoting relaxation. It's a wonderful way to recharge while crafting something beautiful. #Mosaicart is a perfect balance of precision and creativity, making it a rewarding experience for all involved. I'm always inspired by the unique artistic expressions that emerge from these sessions. Looking forward to hosting more workshops that encourage creativity and hands-on learning! #MosaicArt #CreativeWorkshops #AncientArtInModernTimes #PersonalizedCrafts #ArtAndCreativity #LearningThroughArt #ArtAndWellbeing #WorkshopExperience"#Corporateteambuilding #corporateevents #dubaievents #corporateartevents #calm #Insycraftcorner

#decoratedlight #rgbled #colorchanging #lightingshow #Wuhan #lightart The Yellow Crane Tower is a famous ancient building in Wuhan, China, and a symbol of Chinese culture. The Yellow Crane Tower light show refers to the spectacular display of the Yellow Crane Tower beautifully decorated with lights at night. This light show typically combines elements such as lighting, projection, music, etc., and through careful design and arrangement, the entire building shines brightly at night, attracting tourists and locals to come and enjoy. The characteristics of the Yellow Crane Tower light show include: 1. **Visual Effects**: By changing the lights and projection effects, the exterior of the Yellow Crane Tower is decorated vividly, full of dynamism and artistic flair. 2. **Music Accompaniment**: It is usually accompanied by music or sound effects to create a dreamlike atmosphere, enhancing the viewing experience. 3. **Festival Themes**: Sometimes the light show is designed according to festivals or specific themes, adding fun and interest to the viewing experience. 4. **Tourist Attraction**: As a tourist attraction performance, the Yellow Crane Tower light show attracts a large number of visitors, becoming an important cultural tourism activity in the area. Overall, the Yellow Crane Tower light show is an artistic expression that combines traditional culture with modern technology, showcasing the beauty of architecture and the fusion of architectural beauty and lighting art, providing viewers with a dual enjoyment of visual and auditory pleasure.

When considering art destinations in the Northeast, it's easy to focus on major cities like New York and Boston with their renowned museums. However, these aren’t the only cultural hubs worth exploring. Here are four road trip ideas to Northeast cities that are also artistic havens. Start exploring in #YourAAA.

Offering something different is risky and requires more work. But I like to think out of my comfort zone and educate clients that “different is good”. For example, street art is a matter of taste. In Italy, it is not often viewed as something to be incorporated into a tour or workshop. But it can be the protagonist of a mind-opening team retreat! I was working on planning a gala dinner in Rome when the client also asked me to prepare a "WOW experience" for the attendees to enjoy during their trip.   I proposed and organised a street art tour and workshop in Rome. This is why this activity was the right choice for the client working in the governance sector:  1. Street art is often connected to activism that creates awareness about social and environmental issues. Street art paintings tend to convey a social or political message that provokes discussion and reaction. Many conversations sparked among the delegates during the tour as they admired the artwork. They also had the opportunity to meet some street artists and ask them questions. 2. Exploring Rome off the beaten path is always a surprising experience. The WOW factor is discovering hidden corners and authentic neighbourhoods away from the tourist flows. Delegates were struck by the historic district of Testaccio and the post-industrial Ostiense. They are not picture-perfect places presented in tourist brochures, but they are charming and excellent for experiencing life like a local. This is the perfect example of falling in love with imperfection, as perfection exists only in retouched pictures.   3. The street art workshop was yet another unexpected experience for our delegates. During this practical laboratory, they learned the stencil technique. They then had to draw their colleagues through street art concepts, capturing their strengths and flaws.   The overall street art experience empowered delegates to openly discuss how they view each other and how to work together better. It also allowed them to discover Rome off the beaten path, a reality that exists but that does not appear in standard travel guides. That's what made the activity so authentic.   -- What kind of authentic, mind-opening activity would you like to do? #EventPlanner #TeamBuildingRetreat #StreetArt

LOUVRE PYRAMID When the glass and metal structure in the shape of a glass pyramid almost 22 meters high was completed with precision in the courtyard of the Louvre museum, the view of the museum building, which was once a royal palace with a Baroque architectural style built in the 12th century, suddenly changed. It was as if a time tunnel had brought the 21st-century glass pyramid into the Louvre's courtyard and made it an integral part of the art museum that houses the world's largest art collection. And the glass pyramid that came to be known as the Louvre Pyramid quickly gained popularity as the new iconic spot of Paris, in just a matter of 1-2 decades, something that is very remarkable for the City of Lights that already has many centuries-old iconic spots such as the Eiffel Tower (1889) & Notre-Dame Cathedral (1345). The idea to present the Louvre Pyramid itself did not come from the French. The idea came from I.M Pei, a Chinesse-American architect who graduated from MIT. At that time, in 1983, Pei was the architect appointed by the French Government as the main architect for the Louvre Museum arrangement project known as the Grand Louvre Project. At that time, one of the important elements in the Louvre's arrangement was the need to create a new entry gate with a large capacity to enter the museum, because the main entry gate, which is very familiar to those of us who have visited the Louvre and is connected to the Palais Royal metro station at the basement level, was no longer possible to be enlarged due to land limitations. Therefore, although more widely known as an aesthetic architectural object, the Louvre Pyramid is actually a functional architectural solution because under the glass pyramid there is an entry gate with a large capacity. Note: photo of the model at the Louvre circa 2005. The movie Da Vinci Code, adapted from the novel of the same name by Dan Brown, was only made in 2006. So maybe this (old) photo was one of the reference ideas for Tom Hanks' scene in the movie 😁😄😃😀 Have a great weekend! https://lnkd.in/gUJGcC4C