Monday Notes for February 26th, 2024
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores the most significant cultural stories of the day.
Culture
Abi Salami
Abi Salami
Abi Salami, a self-taught visionary artist, delves into large-scale surrealist works that reflect her experiences as a Nigerian immigrant and Black woman in the United States. Utilizing a personal visual lexicon of symbols, she explores themes of sexuality, mental health, and race. Holding a Master…
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Brooklyn Museum’s American Art Reinstallation to Center Black Feminist Perspectives
Brooklyn Museum’s American Art Reinstallation to Center Black Feminist Perspectives
The Brooklyn Museum will center Black feminist perspectives in American art galleries.
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Technology
Sports
The Unlikely Rise of the Ivy League Hooper
The Unlikely Rise of the Ivy League Hooper
Forget future senators and bankers. These days, the Ivy League is churning out a surprising new product: really cool, really good basketball players.
Lowe: Why the LA Clippers decided it was time for a massive rebrand
Lowe: Why the LA Clippers decided it was time for a massive rebrand
Months after Steve Ballmer purchased the LA Clippers, he reconsidered everything about the franchise. Ten years later, the team will have a modern new look that coincides with the move next season to the Intuit Dome.
Zach Lowe
Sneakers
This Nike Air Max 1 ’86 OG Is a “Museum Masterpiece”
Nike Air Max 1 ’86 OG “Museum Masterpiece” boasts marbled suede accents and a sculpture-esque appearance. Head to Nice Kicks for more info.
Mallory Chin
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