Erin Taylor
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Made in a Celebrity Factory, One Direction’s Fame Is Forever—For Better or Worse
The British boy band One Direction changed the lives of the bandmates forever but was it the best for them? → Read More
Inside LA’s Star Garden Strike: Strippers Are Organizing Whether You Like It or Not
The Star Garden Topless Dive Bar in Los Angeles has been striking since March and filed for union but what happened before the strike? → Read More
Jennette McCurdy’s “I’m Glad My Mom Died” and the Mother Figure Myth
Former 'iCarly' star and author of the memoir 'I’m Glad My Mom Died’ Jennette McCurdy is fighting for her truth, and that of other survivors. → Read More
The Next Dimes Square Is Just Around the Corner
New York City is constantly in a state of art scenes gentrifying neighborhoods and changing the city. Dimes Square isn’t unique. → Read More
Observer’s Slambook: Cartoonist Gizem Vural Always Responds to Emails
Cartoonist Gizem Vural answered the Observer’s Slambook series, answering a series of randomized questions that have little to do with art. → Read More
Mel Magazine Lays off Its Staff, Again
Mel Magazine lays off its entire staff, bringing into question the future of the publication yet again. → Read More
Observer’s Slambook: Aurora Mattia Has a Parasocial Crush on Townes van Zandt
Aurora Mattia answered Observer’s Slambook questionnaire and talks Townes van Zandt, the show ‘Elimidate’, and sewing wounds. → Read More
Ryan Murphy, Pick Up the Phone: What Went Down With Broadway’s ‘Funny Girl’ Revival
If you’re having troubles figuring out all the angles and dramas with the ‘Funny Girl’ revival, this is for you. → Read More
Observer’s Slambook: Author Rax King Believes in Love Online
Author Rax King answered Observer’s Slambook. She discussed falling in love online, Yiddish folk music, and the bottom of the ocean. → Read More
Observer’s Slambook: Artist Qualeasha Wood on Ethically Colonizing Mars
Qualeasha Wood answered Observer’s Slambook questionnaire, our most recent series, and talks Tinder, Mars colonization, and Chicago pizza. → Read More
Big Winners From Sotheby’s Modern Evening Auction Sale
Sotheby’s May 17 Modern Evening Auction sale had the art world glued to their phones last night, so we rounded up some of the highlights. → Read More
What the Resurrection of Marilyn Monroe Tells Us About Parasocial Obsession From Beyond the Grave
This week Marilyn Monroe has officially reentered the public consciousness with Kim Kardashian and Andy Warhol’s help. → Read More
It’s Time to Get Out of Your Apartment! Spring Activities in New York City
Weather is warming and New York City is bustling with life, from food and art fairs to public art and theater. → Read More
Fellini Wasn’t Brave Enough: ‘Nights of Cabiria’ and Fallen Women in Love
The movie rests on the balance of Cabiria’s shame and her self-acceptance. → Read More
Pamela Council Talks About Fountain in Times Square, a Playland, and Everything
Artist Pamela Council's 'A Fountain For Survivors' is up in Times Square until December 8 2022. → Read More
20 Years Later, “Girls Gone Wild’s” Legacy Harms Sex-Workers
Much like OnlyFans, Girls Gone Wild appealed to people (mostly men) because it showcased “amateurs.” → Read More
Timo Hogan Wins the $50,000 Telstra Art Award for Painting ‘Lake Baker’
Held remotely for the second time in 2021, NATSIAA recognized the excellent work of artist Timo Hogan from Spinifex Arts Project. → Read More
2021 Arts Power 50
This is a list of the most disruptive and powerful people in an industry of creative professionals constantly shifting. → Read More
Best Gallery Exhibitions Summer 2021, From Salon 94 to Nancy Hoffman Gallery
This summer galleries are opening doors and welcoming in art lovers, we picked out the ones you won't want to miss. → Read More
A Feminist Reflection on “Legally Blonde” 20 Years Later
Elle is not only harassed, but also has the harassment weaponized against her. → Read More