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"Gone but not Forgotten" by Damien Hirst x Art Basel Miami Beach

Discovering Art Basel Miami Beach Beyond the Convention Center

Discovering Art Basel beyond the convention center, my journey from the Lower East Side to Wynwood for art, culture, and culinary delights.

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Clayton Patterson: Photographer and Folk Historian

Clayton Patterson talks being on Oprah, his passion for documentation, and the impact of his work on cultural records.

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"Simon Swallowed a Quarter," image by Amon Focus for Zooberdashery

The Arrival of AI and the Birth of Zooberdashery

Zooberdashery is a testament to the power of artificial intelligence in transforming artistic visions into vivid, imaginative realities.

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Capturing Time: My Journey Into the Art of Time-Lapse Photography

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Sunday Cigar: Exploring the World of Premium Smoke with Juan Sanchez

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Amon Focus, New York Said | Visual Voices

Archiving Now: The Point of My Existence

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Protected: The Voice Within: An Audio Portrait of Carlos Spann

Legacy Calls

Cey Adams: Pioneering Graffiti and Visual Artist

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Dorian “Dot” Cabrera: Licensed Optician

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Al Diaz: Pioneering Urban Artist and Lecturer

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Craig “KR” Costello: Artist and Creator of KRINK

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Joffy Top Tiger: Writer and Musician

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Carl Clay: Founder of Black Spectrum Theatre

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Lady Pink: Pioneering Graffiti and Mural Artist

Lady Pink, shares her pioneering journey in graffiti, her resilience against sexism, and her insights on the blend of art and business.

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Arturo Vega: Designer of the Iconic Ramones Logo

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Netic Rebel: Artist and Digital Mystic

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Destiny Mata: Photographer and Visual Storyteller

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Maurice Malone: Entrepreneur and Denim Innovator

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Charlie Ahearn: Director of Wild Style

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Carlo McCormick: Culture Critic and Curator

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John “Crash” Matos, Pioneering Graffiti Artist

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Ralph McDaniels: Founder of Video Music Box

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Cj Hendry: Australian Hyper-Realistic Artist

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Shirt King Phade: Pioneering Graffiti and Airbrush Artist

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TAKI 183, Forefather of Graffiti and Mechanic

Meeting with the legendary graffiti artist TAKI 183 revealed insights into his pioneering role in New York's graffiti culture.

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Shantell Martin: British Visual Artist and Cultural Facilitator

Shantell Martin shares her journey from Tokyo's club scene to becoming a significant figure in New York's art world.

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Jay Maisel: American Photographer and Storyteller

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BlusterOne: Graphic Designer and Painter

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Jerry Saltz: Senior Art Critic for New York Magazine

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Janette Beckman: Documentary Photographer

The journey of Janette Beckman, from London's punk scene to New York's hip-hop culture, through a reflective conversation about her career.

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Jamel Shabazz: Documentary Photographer

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Jeff Staple: Communication Designer

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Tiger Hood: Street Golfing Legend and Photographer

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Vikki Tobak: Author and Culture Journalist

Explore the inspiring story of Vikki Tobak, whose book Contact High delves into the depths of hip hop photography.

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Martha Cooper: Documentary Photographer

Martha Cooper reveals insights on perseverance, adaptability, and the symbiotic relationship between artists and documentarians.

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Erica Ford: Human Rights Activist

Discover the profound insights and life lessons learned from a conversation with peace advocate and community activist Erica Ford.

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The Connected Conversation: Partnering with the New York Public Library

Amon Focus shares his journey of teaching storytelling to Advanced English learners in collaboration with the New York Public Library.

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Preparation to Connection: Reflecting on My Interview with Lonnie Ali

Lonnie Ali, offering a deep dive into Muhammad Ali's legacy and the rich cultural fabric of Kentucky in an interview with Amon Focus.

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Curriculum Vitae

Amon Focus is a professional archivist, creative director, and artist with over a decade of experience. This is his Curriculum Vitae.

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The Art of Observation: An Outdoor Class with St. Olaf College Creatives

With St. Olaf College students, Amon shares the importance of experiential learning in understanding art's role in public spaces and society.

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Undressing the Art of Dressing Up: Chronicling the Story of Alex Sumner

Learn about Alex Sumner's unique fashion philosophy, from vibrant beginnings to the bespoke elegance of Alexander Nash.

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Bridging Art and Life: Insights from my School of Visual Arts Lecture

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Bob Mankoff: Cartoon Editor for Esquire

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Clayton Patterson: Photographer and Folk Historian

Archiving Now: The Point of My Existence

Protected: The Voice Within: An Audio Portrait of Carlos Spann

Cey Adams: Pioneering Graffiti and Visual Artist

Dorian “Dot” Cabrera: Licensed Optician

Al Diaz: Pioneering Urban Artist and Lecturer

Craig “KR” Costello: Artist and Creator of KRINK

Joffy Top Tiger: Writer and Musician

Carl Clay: Founder of Black Spectrum Theatre

Destiny Mata: Photographer and Visual Storyteller

Charlie Ahearn: Director of Wild Style

TAKI 183, Forefather of Graffiti and Mechanic

Shantell Martin: British Visual Artist and Cultural Facilitator

Janette Beckman: Documentary Photographer

Keep Up to Date with the Most Important News

Vikki Tobak: Author and Culture Journalist

Preparation to Connection: Reflecting on My Interview with Lonnie Ali

Bridging Art and Life: Insights from my School of Visual Arts Lecture

Bob Mankoff: Cartoon Editor for Esquire