Artist Nandita Chaudhuri, who will be showcasing her works in the city from tomorrow, talks about her creations
When my paintings, poems and sculptures come together, it becomes a sensory experience: Nandita Chaudhuri
We are pleased to show two of Nolan Winkler’s artworks within FLORAL NOUVEAU. See more here www.nolanwinkler.com/blooms…
Strada transforms your editing workflow
Strada is a new tool that just went into its private beta. The tool completely transforms your editing workflow by offering many quality-of-life AI features that save you and your team time in production. During our visit to Strada’s booth in NAB 2024, we saw its current features and the efficiency the system promises in action.
So what does Strada do?
Strada can do many things for you, and I’m sure only more features will be added later. For now, let’s cover what we saw at NAB 2024. First, the AI object detection. It’s probably the most interesting feature Strada has. In essence, it tags clips based on what objects the AI recognizes. So, you could search “cat” and find your clips that contain a cat. Moreover, Strada can even show you in what part of the clip you can see the cat. This can save hours and hours of scrubbing through footage to find what you’re looking for.
Another thing I found interesting is Strada’s AI language recognition. We have already seen many tools in the industry that use AI to transcribe dialogue, such as Adobe Premiere and Davinci Resolve. But Strada has support for about 100 languages, and it can even translate transcribed text for you.
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Video Shows Prominent Actress Scolding Photographer After Being Told
British actress and singer Hannah Waddingham recently made headlines for her assertive response to a photographer during a red carpet event.
While attending the prestigious Olivier Awards, where she was not only a guest but also the host, Waddingham was subjected to an inappropriate comment from a photographer who urged her to “show leg” due to the slit in her gown. Unimpressed by the remark, Waddingham quickly retorted, “You would never say that to a man,” and warned the photographer not to be disrespectful, or she would leave the area. Her stance was met with applause from her supporters.
Waddingham’s presence at the Olivier Awards was not merely as a guest; she had the honor of hosting the ceremony, a role she reprised after successfully leading the previous year’s event. Her hosting duties included a musical performance, showcasing her multifaceted talent as both an actress and a singer. The evening celebrated the achievements of various artists, with Sarah Snook and Nicole Scherzinger among the notable winners.
Hannah Waddingham’s career has been marked by a series of distinguished roles across stage and screen. She is widely recognized for her portrayal of Rebecca Welton in the acclaimed Apple TV+ series “Ted Lasso,” a role that has earned her an Emmy Award and several nominations for her outstanding performance. Her work on “Ted Lasso” has been a significant milestone in her career, bringing her international recognition and acclaim.
Before her success on television, Waddingham had a fruitful career in theater, gracing both West End and Broadway stages. She has been nominated for three Olivier Awards for her performances in “Spamalot,” “A Little Night Music,” and “Kiss Me, Kate,” demonstrating her prowess in musical theater. Her stage work also includes notable roles in productions such as “The Wizard of Oz” and “Into the Woods.”
Beyond her professional achievements, Waddingham’s personal life is characterized by her role as a single mother to her daughter. She has been open about her journey to motherhood, including her decision to prioritize her daughter above all else. Waddingham’s commitment to her family is evident in her choice of roles, as she opts for projects that allow her to remain close to home and her daughter. Her approach to balancing her career with motherhood has resonated with many, further endearing her to fans and followers.
Lead image by Adam Schultz, public domain.
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May 9: PBS Utah and Craft Lake City Paint & Printmaking with Jazmine Martinez
Come relax with PBS Utah and Craft Lake City for an evening of painting and printmaking at our mixed media workshop.
Modern History of China’s Art Market
An art historian and columnist based in New York, Kejia Wu has dedicated her career to the Chinese contemporary art scene and its market since the 1990s. Relocating to the United States fifteen years ago, she has amassed unique expertise over the years, publishing various reports, notably for TEFAF, and contributing to the Chinese edition of the Financial Times. She authored the first book on the modern history of the art market in China, A Modern History of China’s Art Market, which was published last year. In her work, Kejia Wu sheds light on a lesser-known historical episode: the confiscation of artworks and antiques by the Red Guards during the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976) and their partial restitution under the supervision of Xi Zhongxun (1913-2002), father of Xi Jinping. This period was succeeded by the gradual integration with Hong Kong’s art market and the emergence of the first Chinese auction houses from the 1990s onward.
In the ensuing interview, she delves into the historical, political, economic, and artistic implications of China’s art market, which has transitioned from near annihilation to securing the second position globally within half a century, with 19% of the world market in 2023 according to the Art Market Report 2024 by Art Basel & UBS.
Portrait of Kejia WU. Courtesy of Kejia Wu
Remy Jarry: How does the Chinese art market differ from the Western market from a historical perspective?
Kejia Wu: Throughout the imperial dynasties to the Republican era of the first half of the 20th century, China has a continuous history of art collecting. However, there has never been an auction house like those in the West from the 18th century onwards. Art dealers and collectors primarily engaged in direct transactions among themselves.
After the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949, art collecting was gradually banned in the 1950s, as it was perceived to represent a capitalist and bourgeois lifestyle. Nonetheless, it was still possible to secretly exchange artworks. It was after the Cultural Revolution in 1966 that significant changes occurred, marked by campaigns encouraging Red Guards to forcibly enter collectors’ homes.
RJ: One of the chapters of your book is precisely devoted to these confiscations. How did they take place?
KW: Many of the private collections were confiscated by the Red Guards and placed in state-owned warehouses. Collectors were sometimes subjected to physical violence, including beatings. Artworks such as ink paintings or porcelain pieces were often destroyed, burned or smashed. If you were discovered attempting to sell art privately, you were arrested and imprisoned. Consequently, the market came to a full stop.
Starting in the early 1970s, state-owned antique stores, often called “friendship shops” (友谊商店), began to open, allowing foreign visitors to purchase antiques at low prices. Thus, state-controlled art trading activities became authorized, primarily aimed at generating foreign currency reserves for the state, which was facing great economic difficulties.
RJ: Are these confiscations from private collectors comparable to those of the Nazis?
KW: It’s not exactly the same thing since the Nazis took the art collections of Jewish families and invaded other countries. So, there were different intentions. In terms of ideological basis and social context, the situation in China was more akin to what happened in the Soviet Union. Class struggle was the driving force behind art confiscations in China.
Furthermore, most of the Red Guards were very young and had little or no knowledge of the works they destroyed, nor did they maintain clear records of confiscations. Although official data is lacking, the massive scale of destruction and confiscation undoubtedly ranks among the largest scales in East Asia.
RJ: A restitution process was formally launched by the State in the 1980s. What conclusions can we draw from it?
Yinka Shonibare challenges colonial narratives in London exhibition
Historic colonial statues should not be destroyed, but reimagined, according to British artist Yinka Shonibare. A new solo exhibition of his work tackling Britain’s imperialist past has opened in London.
Hollywood A-list photographer Hired to Photograph Salt Lake City Homeless for “Dignity” Utah Stories Top 5 4/15/24
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The Old Dutch Store and Dutch Club of Utah present Salt Lake City’s 3rd annual Dutch King’s Day, debuting in a new venue at MILLCREEK COMMON (1330 E Chambers Ave). On Saturday, April 27, King’s Day is celebrated across the world. The biggest celebration is in Amsterdam where millions of visitors and locals wear orange to celebrate King Willem-Alexander’s birthday at the world’s largest street party. Salt Lake City joins the fun with this free, family-friendly event showcasing the culture and traditions of Holland. Dutch King’s Day features Salt Lake’s legendary emcee and DJ Bad Brad Wheeler, King’s Day Craft & Vintage Fair, authentic Dutch cuisine and beer, kids’ activities and more.
The same photographer who created iconic portraits of Billie Eilish and Robert DeNiro is coming to SLC to photograph SLC’s homeless. According to an article in the Standard Examiner, a group dedicated to solving Utah’s homeless problem, Utah Impact Partnership launched an initiative called Project Human Dignity over the weekend. Which is focused on taking portraits of the homeless. “What if we thought of them,” one of Project Human Dignity’s first televised clips states according to the Standard Examiner, “as deserving of our empathy … of our help … of human dignity.”
Nestled in Huntsville, Utah, the Shooting Star Saloon stands as a testament to resilience, claiming titles as both the state’s oldest business and bar. Since its transformation from a mercantile in the 1850s to a saloon in 1879, it has weathered the storms of Prohibition and changing ownership, now under Leslie Sutter’s stewardship. Among its prized relics is Buck, the famed St. Bernard once Guinness-certified as the largest in the world, forever vigilant over the patrons. With walls adorned by currency from across the globe, the saloon offers a glimpse into its storied past while serving up $3 beers and $5 Star burgers, beckoning travelers and locals alike to partake in its historic charm and recession-proof hospitality. @zee.travel made a reel using our research and reminded us of this super interesting story.
In Ogden, Amanda Neeley’s journey embodies the housing crisis facing many families: a cascade of setbacks, from job loss to medical emergencies, left her seeking assistance. Yet, she finds herself among 1,356 on the waitlist for Section 8 housing, a wait projected at four years. While Ogden once symbolized affordability, its charm and growth now drive housing costs upward, mirroring statewide trends. Despite efforts by local officials and developers like Lotus Riverwalk, where quality meets affordability, the struggle for dignified housing persists, revealing a complex landscape of income disparity and market pressures in Utah.
There’s been lots of talk in Salt Lake City about an MLB stadium and NHL coming to Salt Lake, although the MLB Stadium seems unlikely, NHL might be coming. NHL’s Arizona Coyotes players were told Friday that they were moving to Utah, according to Axios Salt Lake City. An official announcement could come as soon as this week, according to ESPN.
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