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Your Narcissism for Sale: Yayoi Kusama at MoCA Westport
Walking into the infinity room, it was as if Kusama had distilled the entire galaxy of stars into a single box.
A Guide to Le Quartier Latin
Take a look at my guide for ideas on where to eat, shop, people watch and a number of cultural must-sees around the Latin Quarter of Paris!
Celebrating Christmas in the City of Lights
Tis officially the season! And the city of lights takes on a whole new meaning during the holidays.Joyeux Noël à tous et à toutes!
Schiele x Basquiat @ LV
Even more stunning than the awe-inspiring Frank Gehry building is what's currently being shown inside the Fondation: two monumental expositions of the exceptional artists Egon Schiele and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Can You Find Hemingway in Paris?
One central question lies at the heart of Michael Katakis' research: who was Ernest Hemingway, really?
One Evening, Two Works of Art: Paris Opera Ballet at Palais Garnier
Paris Opera Ballet performed a tribute to Jerome Robbins at the stunning Palais Garnier theater.
Montmartre: The OG Quartier des Artistes
Get a sense of Montmartre's rich and varied history through my walking tour of this vibrant quartier.
The Masterful Maison de Monet
You can't help being hit with a wave of inspiration as you enter the gardens at La Fondation Claude Monet. There seem to be as many colors as there are flowers; thousands of petals growing upwards and outwards into one another and across an expanse of green.
Heavenly Bodies: Art or Kitsch?
As I walked through the gallery with Ave Maria playing over a loudspeaker, I kept thinking: is this not a little kitschy?
David Bowie Is: Up Close & Personal
In the fifth year of its international tour, "David Bowie Is" ends its journey at The Brooklyn Museum.
A Gentleman in Moscow: A Must-Read!
My Grandfather, a voracious reader who averages about 5 books/week, declared this novel the best book he's read in a year. To me, that was the ultimate rave review!
A Survey of Modern Dance at Paul Taylor's Lincoln Center Season
An evening with Paul Taylor, American Modern Dance was a wonderful survey of modern dance, from the turn of the 20th century through today.
On Island Time in Islamorada
Islamorada may be known as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, but it also has a blooming arts scene that complements the beauty of the locale and its laid-back, colorful vibe.
Key West: Beyond the Bars + Spring Breakers
Key West exudes creative energy and eccentricity. Boasting many galleries, shops and restaurants, the Floridian city home to famous artists such as Ernest Hemingway and Tenessee Williams, remains a wonderful place to spend time.
Destination Miami: Discovering Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
While there are seemingly endless things to do in Miami, beyond the beaches and clubs, the food and drinks, lies a place that begs to be experienced: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens.
My Favorite Artist: Florine Stettheimer
I love that my favorite artist happens to have worked across multiple genres, and perhaps that's why I am drawn to her. Who is your favorite artist? And why?
The 5 Best Books I've Read Recently
Over the past few months, I've come across some fantastic books, new and old, fiction and nonfiction, that totally captivated me. I would like to share 5 recent reads that I particularly enjoyed.
The NYC Gallery Scene: Where to Begin?
With over 600 galleries in New York City, how do you begin to decide where to visit and what to see? Luckily, there are people who can help you along the way!
Discovering Design at Cooper Hewitt
The Museum is revolutionizing what it means to be a cultural institution in today's age through the marriage of the digital and physical.
Kinky Boots on Broadway
What's NOT to like about a play with a song entitled "The Sex is in the Heel" !?!