Babesta Beat SS 2015

1. Chuck Close Face Book 2. Bjork, Volta, 2007. Photography by Nick Knight. Image courtesy of Wellhart Ltd. & One Little Indian 3. Bryant Park on Pillowfight Day 4. Frida Kahlo Self Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird 5.Whitney Museum rendering courtesy of Renzo Piano building workshop in collaboration with Cooper Robertson & Partners. 6. Museums at Night poster

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AroundTown It’s gonna be an artful season with all of these fab finds for you and your culture vulturitos!

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Close Up: Chuck Close at the Parrish From May 10 through July 26, 2015, the Parrish Art Museum presents Chuck Close Photographs , a comprehensive presentation of the modern art superstar known for his large scale collage style photography (almost a modern approach to impressionism, in our opinion). Suffering from facial blindness, this New York based artist is not only an artistic pioneer but an inspiration for overcoming challenges and reaching the height of the contemporary art scene. The exhibition features over 125 of the artist’s images, from the early maquettes to large scale composite portraits. May 10–July 26. Parrish Art Museum, Southampton, NY. It’s Oh So Awesome: Bjork at the MoMA This spring, treat yourself to an interactive view into the life of alt rock singer-songwriter Bjork. You may remember her for her quirky fashion sense (swan dress anyone?), but her creative spirit spans well beyond fashion and even music. The exhibit features 20 years of the Icelandic native’s innovative projects and eight full-length albums. March 8–June 7, MoMA. Bed Head: World Pillow Fight Day Find your inner kid and grab a (soft) pillow. You have permission to let the feathers fly. April 4th is International Pillow Fight day, and adults from all over the city come together and regain their youth. Because the participants tend to be “big kids at heart” but not literally kids, keep your little ones at home. But definitely replicate the scene when you get home with a nice friendly match in the playroom. April 4, 2015, Multiple locations.

Sunny Day Sunday: Stop and Smell las Rosas The New York Botanical Garden celebrates noted Mexican artist Frida Kahlo in what is to be her first solo exhibition in NYC in over 25 years. For Frida Kahlo: Art, Garden, Life, the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory will become Casa Azul, outfitted with Mexican terracotta pots, beautiful flowers and traditional folk art items. A dozen of her paintings will be shown in the nearby gallery. May 16–November 1. To Whit: Opening of the new Whitney Take the downtown train fromMadison to Gansevoort: That’s right, theWhitney Museum is headed south! OnMay 1st be a part of the highly anticipated outdoor- -indoor celebration of American art. It will be the biggest extravaganza the Whitney has ever done. Opens May 1, 2015. Outta Town: Museums at Night We found the perfect reason to keep your night owl flocking about town. Started in Berlin 15 years ago, the Night at the Museum festival has grown to include 30 countries and over 530 venues. Celebrated each May on the weekend closest to International Museums Day, this year’s event will feature everything from trapeze artists to poetry readings. Dash around the European museum scene and take in the culture. Unfortunately New York isn’t on the route just yet, though we know several museums have later nights on Friday & Saturday, perfect for an end-of-the-week extra dose of culture. Join in the adventure May 13th – 16th.

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Frida Kahlo, Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird, 1940, Harry Ransom Center, The University of Texas at Austin © 2014 Banco de Mexico Diego Rivera Frida Kahlo Museums Trust, Mexico, DF/Artists’ Rights Society (ARS) New York