Modern Art Monday Presents: west By Doug Aitken

west by doug aitken photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

west (2008) is a lightbox, a technology typically used in commercial signage that artist Doug Aitken has long retooled for aesthetic purposes. Here, the word “west“ is formed by glowing photographs of tract houses, repeating in loose grids across the horizon. This is an ironic and satirical take on the credo of Manifest Destiny, a slogan that swept the United States in the 19th century, holding that western expansion towards the Pacific Ocean was both a divine right and duty. In west, Aitken proposes that this history can be seen from a different perspective, that the dream of the West was simply a pretext for swift development, resource acquisition, and the submission of existing lands and peoples to an imposed order.

Photographed in The Broad Museum in Los Angeles.

Cybernetic Gems Celebrates 40 Years of Art and Technology at SVA

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Art and technology come together in Cybernetic Gems, a new exhibition celebrating the 40th anniversary of the MFA Computer Arts program at the School of Visual Arts (SVA). On view at at SVA’s Flatiron Gallery in New York City, the exhibition features work by more than 25 alumni, representing a program that has helped shape the creative careers of more than 1,400 graduates.

Spanning generations of artists, from graduates of the early 1990s through the class of 2025, Cybernetic Gems showcases an eclectic mix of creative approaches and media. Visitors can expect everything from animation, filmmaking, photography, and motion graphics to ceramics, digital sculpture, interactive installations, portraiture, and experimental fine art. Together, the works explore the intersections of nature, technology, the future, and human connection.
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Top 5 Humidifier Brands for Comfortable Bedrooms and Nighttime Routines

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A bedroom should be a place where people can relax, unwind, and enjoy a comfortable environment. However, indoor heating, seasonal changes, and naturally dry climates can make bedroom air feel less pleasant.

A humidifier can help maintain a more comfortable moisture level, particularly during the winter months. Choosing the right model involves more than looking at tank capacity. Noise, lighting, cleaning requirements, and ease of operation all influence how suitable a humidifier is for nighttime use.

Some people want a simple device that runs quietly in the background. Others prefer smart controls, automatic humidity adjustment, or additional features that fit into an evening routine.

These five humidifier brands offer different approaches to bedroom comfort.
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How to Find Valid Discount Codes and Avoid Expired Online Offers

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You find a discount code, add items to your cart, type the code in, and see the message that says it’s invalid. It’s a situation that almost everyone who’s ever shopped online has encountered. Fortunately, you can prevent it. There are several simple practices that will help you avoid expired codes and discover ones that are still active. Here’s how to do it.

Start With a Source That Checks Its Codes

The first thing to do is assess where you’re looking. There are lots of codes, posted in random places on social media or old forum threads, that don’t work anymore. It’s better to use a coupon site that updates frequently and has a list of offers that change daily. For example, when you browse stores on Cuponero, you can see which codes are marked as verified and how often shoppers have used them. That gives you a quick clue about which ones are likely to work before you even reach the checkout page.
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Pink Thing of The Day: Lonely Pink Refuse Bin

pink trash bin in front of lume studios photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

As photographer Stephen Shore once said “Paying attention all the time is an interesting way to go through the day.” While heading uptown after an appointment near Wall Street and Broadway, I passed Lume Studios, an immersive event and pop-up space I’ve visited on several occasions. The storefront appeared vacant, and the space looked as though it might have seen better days, but amid the signs of an empty venue, one bright spot demanded my attention: a rather conspicuous pink storage bin sitting on the sidewalk out front.

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