Emerging on the streets in the 1970s, graffiti started off as a way for disassociated youths to express themselves, but it was seen by many as an act of vandalism. Over the years, graffiti became seen as an art form, with street art now revalent wherever you go, with many cities offering tours, and Instagrammers using murals as backdrops. We…
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Singulart is happy to announce a special collaboration with the Arctic Hideaway residency in Norway, to offer unique opportunities to Singulart artists. Meet the founder, Havard Lund, and discover this magical place. What is the Arctic Hideaway? Today, the Arctic Hideaway is a Norwegian residency made up of 12 small monofunctional houses in the arctic archipelago of Fleinvær, with bedrooms, a…
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Berlin has always been a mecca of artistic creation, but since the fall of the Wall it has really established itself as Europe’s haven for international artists. With low rents and a thriving creative scene – whether it be visual, music or otherwise – the German capital has been the adopted home of millions of free-thinking, free-roaming bohemians. Why is this…
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Founder of the Circle Art Agency in Nairobi, curator and ex-artist herself, Danda Jaroljmek is one of the most eminent figures in the East African art scene. We sat down with her to talk about her 20 years of experience in the visual arts in Kenya, from artistic organisations to the artists themselves. Could you tell us about your first…
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Morocco‘s exceptional location acts as a geographical and cultural bridge between Europe and North Africa. Mixing beauty, chaos, and color, Marrakesh is a focal point for the world of art and fashion. Many artists have been inspired by this magnificent city, one of the most modern in Morocco. “Marrakesh, a historical and contemporary confluence of people from all over Africa…
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A country of green hills and tranquility, New Zealand is a seemingly calm country that hides the chaos that Mother Nature sometimes bestows upon this great nation. Like a phoenix, it is reborn from these ashes and rises stronger and more determined than before. Moreover, it is a country of celebrated women, even in art, a traditionally male dominated profession.…
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Once called Caput Mundi, a crossroads for people and empires, today it is simply Rome – a city full of contradictions, yet magnificent all the same. This is a metropolis where the splendors of the past and the precarity of the present manage to coexist; where the future comes forward timidly; and where the imbued cultural significance is often in…
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Hanoi could be considered a sleeping giant of cultural prowess. With its traditional practices still intact and a slower pace to life allowing for blissful expeditions, the sheer volume of things to do is a very welcome surprise for those expecting a calm visit. The history of Vietnam is one of nuance and is a complex affair, however, by simply…
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It is never a bad time, whether homebound or not, to dream, plan future trips and mentally move to a city with a special charm like Madrid. Whether it is because of the variety of iconic places, the welcoming spirit of the squares and streets, the gastronomy, or the wide range of cultural offerings, Madrid is a city that surprises…
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Following on from our focus on Irish artists, Singulart is delving into the very best of what Dublin has to offer for the art enthusiast. For such a small capital city, Dublin exudes a cultural history that will leave any visitor curious for more. From James Joyce to Oscar Wilde, Louis le Brocquy to Francis Bacon, Dublin has given birth…
