http://www.plussixfive.com Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:18:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 120 exhibitors from 18 diverse nations, and 50 special projects have injected a buzz into the January air here at Art Stage 2012. Take a look at what was showcased, what the people had to say about this prestigious art fair. http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/02/06/art-stage-2012-video-recap/ Born and raised in Zuzhou, China, Kim Xu moved to Shanghai to pursue his childhood dream at the age of 19. His passion for art and fashion is reflected in a fusion of traditional Chinese watercolour techniques taught by his grandfather, and Western style oil-based techniques. Albeit regularly praised as one ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/02/05/kim-xu-vue-privee/ In a mutual friendship for the love of music and fashion, Dr. Martens has committed itself to its loyal fans by providing chummy perks at Laneway Festival. Embark on an awesome road trip experience to the festival with your favourite German boot brand on a free shuttle service between City ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/02/02/dr-martens-x-laneway-festival/ We're more than proud to shout out about our favourite Fashion Director, Janie Cai from August Man who, together with RAOUL, has tailored the quintessential suit for the asian gentleman. Neat detailing like contrast stitching on the jacket lining and a specially designed pocket will discretely make the man in ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/30/the-august-suit-raoul/ [Priska C. Juschka Fine Art, New York] The Priska C. Juschka booth at Art Stage is a site where sexuality and femininity meet danger and subversion. No one side triumphs over the other. Rather, each facet exists in restive harmony. Photographs of women suggestively sporting military uniforms flank the walls of the ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/28/art-stage-recap-woman-resurgent/ [Umahseni, Jakarta] Painting is a time-honored mode of artistic production. The image of an artist at work with an easel and a paintbrush has and will always be a mainstay in contemplations about the crafting of visual art. Over at Jakarta gallery Umahseni, however,  the aforementioned image, imbued by the history ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/27/art-stage-recap-new-media-anything-as-canvass/ [Gallery SP, Seoul] In the German, “Menschenstrom” denotes “stream/flood of people”. The titular exhibit featured by Gallery SP at Art Stage also features a stream of stories of everyday life, of relationships that are shared and of desires with social life. These stories are dramatized and given artistic expression through the medium ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/26/art-stage-recap-daily-dramas-storied-art-from-gallery-sp/ [Pearl Lam Galleries, Shanghai] Gallery owner, Pearl Lam, summed it up enigmatically when she said that she decided to pursue open her gallery because she was a “shopaholic”. Indeed, the acquisitive drive that compelled her to accumulate material confections also informed her desire to house works of art under her name. Yet, ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/25/art-stage-recap-art-as-a-cross-cultural-exchange/ [Lee Hwaik Gallery, Korea] Gallery owner Lee Hwaik is a lover of art. Nothing more needs to be added to this already honest and clear statement as to why she opened her gallery ten years ago. The depth of engagement that is essential to appreciating and interpreting works of art inspired ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/24/art-stage-recap-korean-flair/ Aptly named, Pantry at the Stables has every bit of rustic charm with a dash of urban flair. Quite rightfully so, since the occasional neighs of the horses and the lush foliage surrounding Bukit Timah Saddle Club are the perfect accompaniments to your brunch, or dinner. If you were wondering why ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/21/pantry-at-the-stables/ This February, H&M will receive the highly-anticipated men's bodywear line by David Beckham's in-house team. David Beckham Bodyline for H&M presents nine key products in their most basic form to highlight the quality of the design. Styles include four underpant styles – briefs, trunks, boxer briefs and woven boxers; three ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/21/david-beckham-bodyline-for-hm/ Spring cleaning applies everywhere, and even online. It's out with the old and in with the new on 9 Fountains as the website places greater emphasis on what pleases the eye. A selection of magnified images displaying finer details, multiple views of products and easier browsing; the latest iteration of ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/20/spring-cleaning-for-premium-collection-9-fountains/ [Exhibit 320, New Delhi] The two installations featured by Exhibit 320 hold the clamor of modern life up to the scrutiny of the artistic eye. Information, when it spirals into a deluge of over-information is strikingly akin to the organized chaos precipitated by urban migration. deFacebook V. 1. 2 – by contemporary ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/20/art-stage-recap-death-by-pixel/ Yavuz Fine Art Gallery, Singapore Identity and estrangement are the watchwords guiding the selection of Navin Rawanchaikul’s works exhibited at this year’s Art Stage. Of Indian ethnicity but born in Thailand and raised in Thailand and Japan, Navin’s struggle with identity and its attendant pole of foreignness is rendered distinctly and ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/19/artstage-recap-the-politics-of-being-navin/ Keeping to our promise, here's news on koonhor's first ever sample sale in Singapore! From 13th January 2012 to 15th January 2012, past season merchandise will see up to 90% off the price tags in the comfort of koonhor's chic showroom on Mohamed Sultan road. Enticing, it is. Head on ... http://www.plussixfive.com/2012/01/12/koonhor-sample-sale/