HENNESSY YOUNGMAN: Philadelphia artist Jayson Musson has created a persona that is equal parts comedian and sharply astute art critic. His "Art Thoughtz" videos range in discussion, from debunking Relational Aesthetics to discussing the role of race in the art world. Youngman's videos, which function as art in themselves, also serve to provide a platform for the role of art theory in contemporary culture.
For more information, check out this interview with Musson from Art in America.
ART.SY: Computer programmer and art connoisseur Carter Cleveland teams up with Christie's Sebastian Cwilich to launch the much anticipated art.sy- a new interface that promises to allow for a new, dynamic way to search and find auction information about various pieces. The site has not been launched but visitors are able to put their names on an invite list.
VVORK: It's simple interface and straightforward design give the German art blog vvork a leg up on thousands of other similar sites. It's a constant stream of new art, from both established and up-and-coming artists.
BOOOOOOOM: Another general survey website that's frequently updated, but BOOOOOOOM focuses more on works on paper and canvas.
VIDEO_DUMBO: On a more local front, this site provides all the information you need to prepare for this year's video_dumbo, running from September 23-25. The 2011 lineup hasn't been announced yet, but we'll be sure to update you when it is. Meanwhile, perusing previous years' lineups gives lots of films to add to your "must see" list.
BROOKLYN FARMACY & SODA FOUNTAIN: Not necessarily related to art, but cooling off with a fresh blueberry soda from this Carroll Garden's throwback (with real blueberries in the bottom) might be the best way to clear your mind and keep hydrated in this heat.
Stay cool, everyone!
-Hannah, intern
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