THE ART OF LIVING

24 JULY 2009

July 18 – July 24

This week: Cooper-Hewitt hosts public design events in D.C.; Neke Carson’s photographs explore the art of voyeurism; “Romantic Machines” exhibition at the George Kolbe Museum; and JD Prize finalists reveal inspirations for their designs.

  • Design Takes D.C. On July 24, in conjunction with a White House luncheon thrown by the first lady and an awards ceremony to honor the winners of this year’s National Design Awards, the New York–based Cooper-Hewitt will host a number of public programs aimed at educating the public about the field. From ARTINFO.com
  • The Art of Voyeurism Neke Carson photographs the closets of some famous friends—John Waters, Debbie Harry, Todd Oldham—and provides a glimpse into their souls. And up their skirts. From TheDailyBeast.com
  • Romantic Machines at the George Kolbe Museum “An amalgamation of science fair materials turned art; the work is a complicated series of uncomplicated events. While the viewer cheers the success of each action, the suspense lies in waiting for a failure in the process.” Alicia Reuter reviews the recent exhibition at the George Kolbe Museum. From FADwebsite.com
  • JD Prize Finalist: Bengt Brummer Jaquet Droz, the historic Swiss watch company, has teamed up with Parsons The New School for Design and the Museum of Arts and Design to create a prize for young designers. Whitewall magazine talks to the finalists about their designs, influenced by current social and economic concerns. From WhitewallMag.com