Elite Traveler May-June 2017

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Art

Presented by internationally renowned Saatchi Art, The Other Art Fair focuses on providing some of the world’s most exciting emerging artists with an audience of discerning art collectors. Following its success in the UK and Australia, the event will take place for the first time in New York City from June 1-4. A selection committee of art experts have chosen 130 stand-out artists for the inaugural US edition, promising to present the unexpected through its carefully curated program. Look out for the vibrant artworks of Brooklyn- based artist Ashley Cunningham; through the medium of acrylic and mixed media, such as resin, ink, graphite and pastel on canvas, Cunningham aims to visually represent popular culture, the way it affects communication and the need for immediate gratification — both personally and in the world at large. Her latest collection of paintings focuses specifically on social media and the affect it has on language and communication in everyday life. Contact Ryan Stanier, founder and director, ryan@theotherartfair.com, +44 793 267 6452, nyc.theotherartfair.com The Other Art Fair, New York

TAKE THREE/// UPCOMING SHOWCASES

HAUSER & WIRTH, LOS ANGELES Considered one of America’s most influential artists, Paul McCarthy garners great acclaim for creating artworks that challenge the viewer’s perception. The black walnut sculptures from the artist’s celebrated White Snow series will be on display, including his giant sculptural Bookends . The exhibition will run from July 1 until September 17. hauserwirth.com

GUGGENHEIMMUSEUM, NEW YORK Having opened in April and running until July 5, this exhibition showcases the work of installation artist Anicka Yi, the recipient of the Hugo Boss Prize 2016 (and the $100,000 prize money). The artist’s sculptural installations combine biology with technology through the use of unexpected materials such as tempura flowers. guggenheim.org

PÉREZ ART MUSEUM, MIAMI Featuring actors Salma Hayek and Tahar Rahim, the production I Saved My Belly Dancer by Youssef Nabil reflects on Egypt’s cultural heritage and shifting perceptions of women. The production was filmed in high definition, with a color treatment likened to hand-tinted vintage photographs. The exhibition runs fromMay 5 to October 1. pamm.org

Words Lauren Jade Hill. Photos Paul McCarthy and Hauser & Wirth, Philipp Hänger, Youssef Nabil and Nathalie Obadia Gallery, Paris