
Posts tagged with Arts

Chef Jesse Ito usually turns down requests because the dish is so time intensive.

Someone tore down the new tribute to LGBTQ activist Gloria Casarez within 48 hours
The building owner said they expected the artwork to remain up until at least the end of the month.

Down the block from the whitewashed mural, a colorful new Gloria Casarez tribute
Queer artist Tiff Urquhart eased her pain by installing a wheatpaste of the LGBTQ icon.
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‘Draw to Action’ coloring book features Philly artists and supports Philly nonprofits
When you buy a copy, you can choose which org gets the proceeds.

The unexpectedly short history of the Gloria Casarez mural, whitewashed from the Gayborhood
Developers have apologized for painting over the image of the groundbreaking LGBTQ activist.

These street art projects tell the story of Philadelphia in 2020
In a year that cried out for it, artists created hope, spread awareness, honored victims, and added beauty to the city.

This 15th century Carthusian monk looks exactly like a dude from Northeast Philly
Thanks to an observation by Bucks native Colt Shaw, the Medieval young boul has gone viral.

Four Seasons Total Landscaping becomes high-end diorama art in Berlin
Artist Tracey Snelling, who specializes in multimedia sculpture, said the piece is meant as political commentary.

2020 guide to Philly gift guides: Keep it local with pop-ups, independent shops and virtual holiday markets
How to skip the big chains and safely support makers, artists and entrepreneurs in your community.

Ceramic shop opens on Baltimore Avenue with hopes to inspire more Black clay artists
Philly native Stefani Threet wants to show young folks that "that careers exist outside the box of basic jobs."

Yarn vending machine? Bright pink box lands in North Philly, thanks to a young Black entrepreneur
It’s a new venture from the woman behind Emani Milan, whose custom crochet is worn by Cardi B. and Megan Thee Stallion.

6 GIFs that let you experience the fantastic outdoor art at the tip of South Philadelphia
The Navy Yard installation by Group X is up till the day before Election Day.

With hits like ‘Gritty spanking Trump,’ this South Street art shop is surviving against all odds
Instagram Live auctions and neighbor donations have kept the onetime pop-up going.

Philly’s newest Black Lives Matter mural is on its most prominent government building
“Crown” by Russell Craig overlooks the plaza where Rizzo once stood guard.

Philly museum reopening guide: All the cultural institutions you can visit in person
Hours, ticketing procedures and safety protocols to help you plan a trip.

Marian Anderson defended civil rights, broke racial barriers, defied the Nazis — and her South Philly museum needs help
Water damage atop pandemic slowdowns have the historical society searching for a savior.

PAFA stands by CEO and vows reforms after Black Lives Matter tensions go public
The academy is also reviewing its political speech and affiliation policy following a petition signing.

A whimsical typewriter garden in Mt. Airy boosts sales and spirits
Pam Rogow of W.P.M. Typewriter Shop creates custom exhibits for each appointment.

A tour of iconic designer Milton Glaser’s Philadelphia legacy
The visual luminary, who died at 91, created the look of the Franklin Mills Mall and Sesame Place.

Two of Philly’s unique Black history institutions are fundraising to survive
The Colored Girls Museum and the Paul Robeson House have joined forces to raise $100k.