Art Paris Art Fair 2016

I’m super stoked for Art Paris Art Fair 2016! I mean, I don’t think I’ll be able to go this year. I want to go this year. But I don’t think I’ll be able to go. Alright, I might be able to go. We’ll see.

A.C.M., Sans titre, 2013

At Paris Art Fair is basically the comic con of the visual arts world. Artists converge from countries all over the world (roughly 20) to exhibit their work in a number of modern and contemporary art galleries (about 140). Paris may be the historical capital of European art but, Art Paris Art Fair makes a point to lure in and showcase artists from a number of regions, including Singapore, Bangkok, and Casablanca. This year introduces the festivals first artists from Azerbaijan, Colombia, and Iran.

Orsorno Juan, Malformaciones, 2015

In fact, expanding the representation of international artists is one of the main focuses of the fair. Guest Curator and Guest of Honour Sang-A-Chun

will be showcasing some of the top talent from her country of South Korea. All throughout the fair, South Korean art will not only be on display within the main exhibition area, but also throughout the city (2015-2016 marks the France-Korea year).

Yun Soo Kim, Desert of Winds, 2005

The flavors of art featured at Art Paris is largely post-war and period, and comes in a few different packagings. Solo Show focuses on the work of an individual artist. Promises showcases up-and-coming galleries and artists. ArtDesign explores the dynamic between design and contemporary art with limited-edition pieces. Exhibitions run the spectrum from traditional pictures to full-room pieces that completely immerse you to digital mappings that are projected on the side of the Grand Palais (the HQ for the event).

So you see, there’s a lot to be excited about! And the best part is, you don’t even have to be there to enjoy it. On the fair’s website, you can take a look at a gallery that encompasses a lot of the art work there. Of course nothing beats getting to see the art in-person. And of course, there’s no way that a picture can do justice to a lot of the three-dimensional and immersive art there. But, it still is great to be able to see what so

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My Trip to Washington D.C.

I had a great time visiting Washington DC this fall. The city has such a rich history of architecture and art. In a way, it feels very European. The squat, sprawling nature of it, particularly reminded me of Paris. It was surreal finally being at the National Mall, being an arm’s width from the Washington Monument, and pretty much being in arm’s width of so many historic icons. Something I didn’t expect going in was the diversity of neighborhoods. Of course there is Capitol Hill and the National Mall and all of the patriotic ornamentation that comes along, but then there was Chinatown (beautiful, but much smaller than Vancouver’s), the filled-with-embassies-and-boutiques Dupont Circle, and the culturally diverse melting pot of Adams Morgan.

Historical terraced houses are everywhere. They sit at the top of steep slopes and are connected to streets by spindly cement staircases that look like they could simultaneously sink into the earth at any minute and last until the end of time.

Another thing that I didn’t expect to see were so many awe-inspiring religious structures. When I think cathedrals, I usually think Paris. But it turns out that D.C. has its fair share of beautiful cathedrals, as well. St. John’s Church, the Basilica of the National Shrine, and the Islamic Center of Washington are all inspiring structures to behold. The Potomac River was a sight to behold as well. I didn’t include any pictures from it here, but Great Falls is an awe-inspiring natural park. In the downtown of the city, the Potomac is wide and dark; it seems placid on the surface with fierce undercurrent boiling below.At Great Falls, all of the restrained fury of the water is unleashed.

Water cascades down into a white frothy foam; it rages through a stone-carved gorge; finally, it tempers out again into a calmer surface breaking off into various tributaries and creeks before running through the city.

One of things people to tell you to do when you’re in DC is go to the museums. Most of them, after all, are free. I really enjoyed exploring the American Art Museum and the National Museum of the American Indian, which in addition to offering multiple floors on rich Amerindian history has also a spacious food court with many tasty, traditionally rooted (pun…) Amerindian dishes. The National Portrait Gallery is also worth a visit for sure. To be honest, there were so many museums to see and so little time to see them! Definitely will need to catch some more on my next trip.

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My Trip to Lugano

While digging through some old photos, I came across an album from a trip I took to Lugano, Switzerland years ago. Below you’ll find a Slideshare that I made from those photos.

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Lugano is located in the region of Ticino, towards the southern tip of Switzerland, near Italy. In fact, it’s the largest city with an Italian speaking majority outside of Italy.

Lugano is a town of parks, villas and historic buildings. Some of my favourite sites include the Church of St. Rocco, the Cathedral of St. Lorenzo and the Palazzo Civico.

Lake Lugano broaches the town and the Lugano Prealps surround it. Whether you want to go for a hike or just walk around town, there’s something for everyone in Lugano.

I hope to visit it again sometime soon!

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My Trip To Colorado

My Trip To Colorado from Julia Sotnykova on Vimeo.

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The Best Art Exhibitions of 2015

Drawings and Sketches

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Places To Visit In London

An avid traveler myself, I’ve had the pleasure of traveling to London on several different occasions. Visiting London is exciting no matter what time of the year you decide to visit. As one of the largest cities in the world with a population of 8 million people, it’s a world leader in culture, fashion, and finance. With all of the world famous landmarks and the London Underground known as the Tube, there’s no reason not to visit these tourist attractions in London.

Big Ben

Celebrating it’s 150th birthday recently, Big Ben is one of the top tourist attractions in London. The name Big Ben actually refers to the name of the clock tower itself. The story goes the 13 ton bell inside the tower was ordered by man named Ben. The tower has been a staple in pop culture and has appeared in many films.

Westminster Abbey

The large, gothic church is located just to the west of the Palace of Westminster. One of the most religious buildings in all of the United Kingdom and burial ground for English and British monarchs. Built from 1245 to 1272 when Henry III decided to rebuild an old abbey in the Gothic style. Later renovations were made by Henry VII between 1503 and 1512, and the two West Front Towers date from the 1740’s

London Eye

Located on the banks of the River Thames, the London Eye is the iconic 443 feet high observation wheel featuring 32 glass-walled capsules. The breathtaking views of London from the London Eye attracts 3.5 million visitors annually, making it most popular tourist attraction in the United Kingdom.

Buckingham Palace

The main residence of Queen Elizabeth II, that is owned by the British state, is one of London’s most well known attractions. The Forecourt of the Palace is used for major ceremonies and since 1993, the Palace’s state rooms have been open to the public during August and September.

British Museum

The British Museum in London is a museum of human history and culture. Established in 1753, its collections feature over seven million objects. The collections are amongst the largest and the most comprehensive in the world and come from all over the world. Exhibits document the story of human culture from past to present, and the museum is home to the largest collection of mummies outside of Egypt.

Tower Bridge

Another iconic landmark, the Tower Bridge of London began construction in 1886 and took eight years to build. The bridge sits over the River Thames, and is made up of two towers that that are tied together and have two walkways on the upper level that are designed to withstand wind forces on the bridge.

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