The "Caravaggio 2025" exhibition at Palazzo Barberini in Rome brings together 24 masterpieces that trace the artist's life, from his arrival in Rome to his untimely death at 38, while on the run. It's a journey through Caravaggio's evolving career, showcasing early lighter works, portraits and later, dramatic religious scenes. Celebrated for his mastery of chiaroscuro, the exhibition also includes rare and newly uncovered pieces, offering a fresh look at his oeuvre.
Exploring The Pagani Residences in Miami
The Pagani Residences is the newest spot in Miami’s growing real estate scene. Goritza Draskovich, the director of sales, gives us a sneak peek at this exclusive new development. Designed by the Pagani brand, known for its high-performance cars, this boutique building is still in the pre-construction phase but is set to rise 30 stories high, with just four apartments per floor. The apartments will range from two to four bedrooms, each offering unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay from large wrap-around terraces. Located in North Bay Village, an island nestled between Miami and Miami Beach, the development is promising to be a residential oasis with parks, pedestrian walks, tennis/padel/pickleball courts, and a shopping mall. There’s also chatter about Lionel Messi building a soccer training facility on the island. Some of the unique features of the building include private boat docks, a rooftop pool, spa and massage rooms, and a continental breakfast in the residential lounge. Buyers will have the chance to customize their apartments with choices for kitchens, flooring, and more. Buyers will have the opportunity to personalize their apartments with a variety of customizations, including kitchen and flooring finishes. Additionally, a range of concierge services will be available, with a la carte options for added luxury. The estimated occupancy is expected between the end of 2027 and early 2028. February 28, 2025 Miami, Fla.
Imani Bilal | Artist Studio Visit
Meet Imani Bilál, an abstract artist based in Jersey City, whose vibrant and colorful work contrasts with the deep pain and grief that inspire her practice. During a recent visit to her NJ studio, Bilál shared her journey of personal loss, the strength she draws from her faith, and her humble beginnings—painting in small spaces while caring for her children. She reflected on the people who helped her along the way, the moment she was discovered, and her aspirations for the future. Jersey City, NJ September 20, 2024
Design Miami | Basel 2024
This year, Design Miami's 18th edition runs from June 10-16, coinciding with the Art Basel fair. More than 25 international galleries are participating, showcasing a blend of historical and contemporary design pieces. Noteworthy exhibitors include Galerie Patrick Seguin, Galerie kreo, Downtown-Laffanour, Lebreton, and Ketabi Bourdet Design. The show booths feature works by interior design luminaries such as Jean Prouvé, Gio Ponti, Claude and François-Xavier Lalanne, and Philippe Starck. A special tribute is dedicated to the late Gaetano Pesce, who passed away in April. Swiss art gallery Eva Presenhuber makes its debut with a presentation of Franz West's furniture. My personal highlights include: 1. Galerie Meubles et Lumières (Paris, France) showcases Max Sauze's Cassiopée chandelier and Jean-Pierre Laporte's Anemone sofa, recipient of the Best Gallery Presentation Award. 2. Galerie Gastou (Paris, France) features Shiro Kuramata's “Ephemera” vases and Gaetano Pesce's "Senza Fine" armchair. 3. Angela Weber Möbel (Zürich, Switzerland) presents a furniture set by Gio Ponti from the 1930s. 4. Downtown+ gallery (affiliated with Downtown-Laffanour, under Luna Laffanour's ownership) highlights Japanese design in the Curio section. 5. Friedman Benda gallery (New York, NY) showcases the Rosa Tank Lamp by Enrico Marone Cinzano, made with real recovered tank prisms. Basel, Switzerland June 15, 2024
Art Basel 2024
This year, the flagship Art Basel fair has several new developments: a new director of the Swiss fair, Maike Cruse (a specially created role), the launch of its brand Art Basel store, and the Parcours section now moved closer to the fair. Here's my overview: On Day 1, I visited Messeplatz, the large square in front of the fair, which has been turned into a wheatfield as part of an art installation by Agnes Denes. I then explored the Galleries sector, where I spoke with Louis Kasmin from Hazlitt Holland-Hibbert (London) and Jordi Mayoral from Galeria Mayoral (Barcelona). On Day 2, I returned to the Galleries to talk with Valentina Volchkova from Pace gallery about Jean Dubuffet's Banc-Salon sculpture, which resembles a bench. Later, I walked through the Unlimited section, which its curator, Giovanni Carmine, described as “a little town of art.” On the last day, I explored Parcours, Art Basel’s public program. Basel, Switzerland, June 13-16, 2024
Greaves Productions 