by Cybel Martin | Mar 20, 2007 | Culture
Everyone and their mother (or in my case, their father) has been so excited about the new CD Box Set, “Musica Tradicional do Norte e Nordeste 1938” that was first mentioned in the New York Times. It’s a mass compilation of Brazilian Roots music and a must-have for any Jazz/Blues/Bossa Nova music afficiando. Unfortunately, it is not yet available in the US. Fortunately, two of our readers have found resources to purchase (on Ebay) and listen to the music (a Brazilian site).
Enjoy!
by Cybel Martin | Mar 2, 2007 | Art, Artist, Events, Galleries
I went to the most incredible gallery art exhibit ever last night. I can’t remember ever seeing a group show with this many artists (24 artists) that was so well curated and inspiring. If you are in the New York area, please check out the show, Big Picture at the Nathan Cummings Foundation at 475 Tenth Avenue, 14th floor. I went to support to a friend, Brett Cook’s work. And the huge treat was seeing a Kehinde Wiley in person. Just from seeing his work on CBS’ Sunday Morning, I have become a huge admirer of his work. This show solidified my admiration.
by Cybel Martin | Feb 22, 2007 | Art, Culture, Events
Yesterday felt like spring. I had just had a very good meeting and took a moment to sit in Bryant Park and watch the snow melt. I took a brisk walk up 6th Avenue, ran into a great friend & director, edged my way through Central Park…I swear one of the horses was showing off for me. And eventually made my way to the Metropolitan Opera around 12:30pm. There were throngs of people everywhere, sitting in the sun, running off to the matinee theater showing, at least three groups of school kids ranging from 6 – 12 touring Lincoln Center, a number of people came to see the exhibit of Maria Callas’ Swarovski crystals. I sat in the sun, reading “The Fig Eater” and chatted with one woman, easily in her 70s. She’s been going to the Opera for years and could name the date, conductor and reviews of pretty much every opera. Around 3pm, I made my way into the Opera House and headed downstairs. There were already 30 people in front of me waiting for Rush Tickets for that night’s performance of “Die Zauberflote” (The Magic Flute) produced by Julie Taymor of Lion King fame. Rush Tickets are 200 Orchestra seats sold for $20 the night of a performance, sponsored/created by Agnes Varis and Karl Leichtman. (more…)
by Cybel Martin | Feb 5, 2007 | Art, Events, Museums
I had the pleasure of going to the opening of the King Tut exhibit at the Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia. I promised myself to really see the Egyptian Art as Art…as being able to offer me more than just being an archeological artifact. When I was younger, Egyptian art was usually relegated to History class not Art History class. I wanted to appreciate each piece as artistically distinct, emotive and possessing an aesthetic. The first thing I noticed was how much my own art is influence by Egyptian Art. I always thought Klimt was the dominant influence, however Egyptian Art also involves murals, exploits a flatter 2 dimensional feel, uses loads of gold leaf and elaborate detailed graphic design. I was enraptured.
by Cybel Martin | Feb 1, 2007 | Art, Artist
This photograph was taken by my neighbor, turned friend, Peter Berberian. I think the energy captured is divine. I have lots of artist friends, all in various degrees of success. What they have in common is they all are inspirational and they all work really really hard on their craft. I’m not a huge fan of grants, waiting months to receive funding. Call me impatient. Perhaps that is why I created my own charity, Fed Artist. My goal is simple: to give immediate cash to artists for art supplies, marketing tools, etc. In order to raise funds, I started a Silent Auction featuring my paintings and Peter’s photographs. Kindly take a look and let me know what you think.
