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Warhol And Friends

Steve Schapiro   started working with   Andy Warhol   in 1965 when he was with  Life  magazine. Strangely enough, the photojournalist's story wasn't used. But now many of the images will soon be seen for the first time--part of a new book called   Steve Schapiro. Andy Warhol   And Friends .  Steve spent a lot of time with Andy in the sixties, visiting the  Factory  and attending art openings. So he also took pictures of Warhol superstars  Edie   Sedgwick  and  Nico .  In fact, the photographer was at the opening of Andy's first museum retrospective in Philadelphia . . . when the artist and Edie had to run upstairs to escape an excited crowd.  In addition, Steve spent time in Los Angeles, where Andy had an exhibit of his  Silver Clouds , and watched a performance by the  Velvet Underground .  Schapiro passed away in 2022, but was able to see the completion of this book. The publisher is  T...
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Property From Newton-John's Estate

Juliens Auctions  is selling property from the estate of  Olivia Newton-John . The sale begins today, and includes personal documents such as passports and a driver's license, as well as various music awards. Particularly poignant are the handwritten lyrics to the last song Olivia ever wrote.  This was  My Blue Piano . In fact, the auction features a turquoise blue piano once owned by the entertainer.  There are also outfits worn on special occasions, such as a blouse used for a music video with  Dolly Parton . Other options include Olivia's  Grease   motorcycle jacket,  Chanel  blazers, and  Gucci  dress.  There is even artwork created by the singer. This ranges from a painting of a tropical scene to a clay sculpture of what's described as a ''whimsical bird.'' And with the holidays just around the corner, folks may be interested in items like Olivia's Christmas stockings and ornaments (categories include Australia and th...
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Fiona The Hippo Creations

A hippo has become a popular attraction at the   Cincinnati Zoo &   Botanical Garden , not to mention a muse for creatives. Fiona , who initially struggled to survive when born prematurely in 2017, has since inspired  art work  created by  Marge Adkins . Sales from each fairy ornament are donated to the Cincinnati animal park and conservatory. In fact, their  PNC  lights display, on through the 5th of January, includes a chance for those visiting the  Hippo  area to find five  Fiona  fairies.   This is in addition to 5 million LED lights at the Ohio zoo's  Festival of Lights , a black light puppet show, and Swan Lake  Wild Lights  show, choreographed to music.  It should come as no surprise that the zoo's store is loaded with  Fiona  goodies, including mugs, caps, socks, and necklaces. Or that the animal has been the subject of numerous illustrated books.
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Focus on Fashion

The  Phoenix Art Museum  will soon showcase over 50 of  Richard   Avedon 's works. This consists of fashion and celebrity photography.  The late artist contributed to  Harper's Bazaar  and  Vogue.  His showbiz subjects included  Marilyn Monroe  and  Paul McCartney . Richard Avedon: Among Creatives  opens on the sixth of December, and goes through May 25. Go to  phxart.org/exhibition/ richard-avedon-among-creatives  for more details.  Across the pond, the  Lightroom and Vogue  have teamed up to explain the history of the fashion runway. Narrated by actress  Cate Blanchett , the London show uses  Vogue 's archive and contributor network to bring together industry voices from the past, present, and future.  Over 60 designers are represented, with  Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood , and  Dolce & Gabbana  among them. The immersive exper...
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Heavy Metal Event is Scrapped

On April 12, the 2025 edition of the  Sick New World  music festival was to take place in Las Vegas, Nevada. It has been cancelled, but no with no real explanation. Organizers merely cited ''unforeseen circumstances.'' Metallica, Linkin Park, Ministry, The Flaming Lips , and  Queens of   the Stone Age  were among those expected to perform.  Ticket holders should receive full refunds within 30 days. Sources told  Hits Daily Double  that organizers had booked too many bands. 
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''Cone of Shame'' Gets a Makeover

After dogs have surgery, they often have to wear a   Cone of Shame --the title of various exhibits and a new book by photographer   Winnie   Au . These pictures, though, depict works of art. In one instance, designer  Marie-Yan Morvan  made a multicolored necklace of sponges. In others, the texture and color of her creations are a perfect match for the subjects. Such is the case with a Bedlington terrier, wearing wool pom poms. Other materials include eggshells, coffee filters, faux fur, silk flowers, and aluminum foil.  Au's own pet, a basset hound, is included in the book.
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A Grocery's Hidden Art Gems

The Art of Trader Joe's  is a new book by a 2022 Yale graduate. It draws on her award-winning thesis, which saw the chain as a ''cabinet of contemporary curiosities.'' The author,  Julie Averbach , addressed inquiries from  Cheryl's Art and Music Guide . . . . AAMG: Do you believe the company's use of art is deliberate? JA: I do. The founder,  Joe Coulombe,  envisioned  Trader Joe's  as a grocery store that would have a cultural and intellectual appeal. AAMG: So what comes to mind? Their newsletters and feta cheese containers? JA: Certainly their feta cheese products reference Ionic columns and ancient Greek architecture. Meanwhile, the newsletter includes quirky black and white Victorian illustrations. These pictures not only look vintage, but actually derive from the late 19th century in many cases. The book traces the secret and surprising origins of these works. For example, it traces a Victorian cartoon on  Trader Joe's  paper towels ba...
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