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The Perfect Combination: Art & Silence

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In this month’s feature story, I’d like to introduce to you, Courtney Tam, a marketing consultant living in New York City. Tam is an avid-museum visitor, and has been to many of the museums within and outside the city.

“I’m no expert in art. I didn’t study art. I don’t read about it. But theres just something I love about visiting museums. It could be the wonder I feel whenever I walk into a museum, or the feeling of experiencing something new on my own. Whatever it is, I love the feeling it gives me.”

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Culture is Not Entirely Lost… Unless We Let It Be

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Culture and identity. A topic not nearly discussed enough in this society.

As social media increasingly molds every individual into a similar mindset, the upcoming generation of millennials are forgetting about their roots. From the language our ancestors spoke, to the land they lived and traveled through, many people hardly know anything about their family background. Art can bring awareness to our cultures.

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Curated: This Week’s Mashup of Fashion & Tech

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Ever imagine one of your favorite clothing brands turn into a museum? From the opening of a museum devoted to fashion wear, to the increasing trend of integrating technology and art, this weeks round-up will start you off in the right direction of the latest and most innovative artworks being featured in the city this season.

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NYC Art Captured in One Avenue

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There lies a plethora amount of art institutions spread throughout the streets and corners of New York City. Any individual attempting to visit every museum or art gallery, would need to spend a great deal of time in the city. However, there is one specific avenue that inhabits a handful of the top acclaimed museums in the city, and that lies on 5th Ave, specifically between 82nd St and 105th St. This strip of the city is known to some as the Museum Mile, recognized for its display of culture, including its museums and statues of historic figures.

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Being a Part of the Art Community

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Just like all the other habits we keep telling ourselves we want to do more of, art should be something we devote more of our time to. It isn’t about simply staring at a piece of work and walking away mindless, it’s about creating a thought-provoking experience that will encourage communication and creativity within the viewer.

Besides encouraging your friends to go visit museums with you, there are other reasons to get involved with the NYC Museum culture. One of the easiest ways to get involved is through volunteering on weekends. What better way to give back to the art community, and also develop your relationship with art?

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Take Advantage of Your City

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In this months featured story, I’d like to introduce to you, Danny Chen, a college student residing in Boston, MA. Prior to attending college, Chen lived in Queens and didn’t visit museums and art galleries in the city often.

“Since college has started, I have taken every possible opportunity to visit museums during my time back home in New York. I am currently studying in Boston, and there’s nothing I miss more than the museums that make up New York City.” 

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