The Arts
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Happy Homes in Denmark: A Look into Scandinavian Design
Copenhagen-based interior designer Niels Rejnhold holds a chair dating back to the 1830s that belonged to his great great grandmother and points to its new velvet cushion. “I’ve made it my own, but I haven’t damaged the concept behind it,” Rejnhold says. Similarly, Trine Meincke positioned her grandmother’s chair in…
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Discovering Hidden Giants in Copenhagen
Pieced together with recycled wooden panels and hidden in various locations, larger-than-life troll statues have created a scavenger hunt spanning the globe. Some are more accessible than others, tucked away in forests or placed right outside of cities, bringing tourists and locals alike into nature. The artist behind these trolls…
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Copenhagen Stage: Finding Identity in Culture, Choreography
Staring at his reflection in the studio’s mirror thinking back on the past 20 years of his life, Mark Philip finally felt like he could create, experiment and dance without the pressure of an approaching deadline. His newfound freedom in his movements filled up each corner of the empty studio…
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Black Representation Has Increased, But Athens Artists Say There’s More to be Done
Jasmine Best grew up in the hills of North Carolina watching her grandmothers and great grandmothers sew and crochet — which led her to develop an interest in the craft. “It’s kind of recontextualizing the women who taught me these skills or had to use these skills and putting it…
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Art Students Face High Costs for Necessary Supplies
College students, especially those from low-income families, face a wide range of financial obstacles on campus. For those majoring in art, one of the biggest obstacles might the cost of supplies and other materials necessary for class assignments. Depending on a student’s school and major, there is a vast inconsistency…
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Bitter Southerner Celebrates 10th Anniversary at 40 Watt Club with Music, Philanthropy
S.G. Goodman returned to the city where she recorded her most recent album to perform March 21 at 40 Watt Club for over 250 people at the Bitter Southerner’s 10th anniversary party. Goodman said this was her first time playing a large venue in the Classic City, despite her…
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The Resurgence of Vinyl & The Environment: For Better or For Worse?
That familiar, warm sound of the crackle & pop coming off of a turntable … is there anything more nostalgic? For the past 15 years, vinyl records have become increasingly popular among both older and younger generations. In 2020, vinyl surpassed CD sales for the first time since the 1980s. …
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Nuçi’s Space Works to Destigmatize Mental Illness
On the corner of Williams and Oconee streets, people walking by often catch the sound of music filtering from the recognizable blue brick building. Nuçi’s Space looks like a recording studio and concert venue at first glance, but behind its long-standing walls, the nonprofit is working to destigmatize mental illness. …
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African-American Heritage Pathway Marks Athens Landmarks
Local historians are hoping to shine a spotlight on several lost and forgotten landmarks in Downtown Athens. They hope this effort helps preserve and communicate some of the rich and complex history of African Americans in the Classic City. In November, the Athens Downtown Development Authority, in collaboration with the…
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Review: Best of 2022 in Movies, Music, Books, Gaming and Streaming
From one of the year’s hottest video games to music from Harry Styles and a psychological thriller Apple+ series, here’s what topped critical writing students’ best of 2022 lists. Movies ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ After the abysmal “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,” director Martin McDonagh’s last film, I had bated…