THE ALMANAC
The latest news, fresh inspiration, and insightful curiosities from the minds of the Farmhands.
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Artist Spotlight: JORDAN MARTINS
Discover artist Jordan Martins’ creative process, blending digital collage, painting, and themes of perception. Explore his 'Phenotypes' series and the influence of personal heritage on his evolving, layered approach to art.
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NeoCon 2022 Recap Part 2: “Art Has A Job To Do”
In this second part of our recap, we share the impactful insights that came from the thought-provoking and very important keynote talks which spoke to the critical role design plays in creating a better future.
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MIAMI ART WEEK: UNTITLED ART FAIR HIGHLIGHTS
This week, Farmboy Fine Arts' Creative Director, Laurenn Machin, is wrapping up an incredible year of artistic exploration with a trip to Miami for Art Week. Among her first stops is Untitled Art, where she’ll immerse herself in an array of thought-provoking works from contemporary artists around the globe. Here’s a sneak peek into the pieces that have her particularly excited.
Artist Spotlight: Sarah Lesher
Meet Sarah Lesher, an artist partner and multidisciplinary creator whose work spans from precise printmaking to spontaneous explorations in painting, ceramics, hemp, and stone.
Artist Spotlight: Jordan Martins
Explore the creative world of Jordan Martins, an artist whose dynamic, layered process merges collage, digital printing, and painting into captivating visual experiences. From his ongoing 'Phenotypes' series—unique collages crafted on a flatbed scanner and reimagined as archival prints and painted canvases—to his thoughtful approach to balancing art, teaching, and family life, Martins invites us into his introspective journey.
Our Newest Artist Partners – FALL 2023
We’re so excited to welcome the talents, perspectives, and diverse practices of our newest cohort of artists who have joined our Artist Partners Program.
Pride 2023: Artists and Exhibitions
This Pride Month, we’re honoring and celebrating the contributions of LGBTQ+ artists past and present by sharing a consolidation of articles and resources that educate, encourage, and inspire us all during Pride Month and beyond.
Our Newest Artist Partners – Spring 2023
We’re so excited to welcome the talents, perspectives, and diverse practices of our newest cohort of artists who have joined our Artist Partners Program.
Art, Everywhere: Learnings From SXSW 2023
Farmboy’s Senior Marketing Manager, Mel Mok, attended SXSW this year to explore the possibilities of art, technology, and the fascinating intersections within the creative industries that can spark design innovations for our clients and artist network.
Artist Spotlight: Leslie Adkins
In conversation with Art + Curatorial Advisor Mariana Rivera, Farmboy's Artist Partner Leslie Adkins discusses how she began her artist practice, the narratives driving her figurative pieces that embrace the healing power of nature – particularly for the Black community – and the importance of diverse representation and inclusion in the art world.
Black History Month 2023: Artists and Exhibitions
Art is an active medium for expression, storytelling, activism, and education of Black identity and the Black experience. We’ve consolidated a snapshot list of articles and announced exhibitions that can support your celebration of Black History Month throughout February and the months beyond.
Our Newest Artist Partners – Winter 2023
We’re so excited to welcome the talents, perspectives, and diverse practices of our newest cohort of artists who have joined our Artist Partners Program.
Artist Spotlight: Annie Briard
In conversation with Art & Curatorial Coordinator Mariana Rivera, Vancouver-based expanded photography artist Annie Briard shares more about her ecology-inspired practice and her recent collaboration with us for the luxury multifamily development One Burrard Place.
Our Newest Artist Partners – Fall 2022
We’re so excited to welcome the talents, perspectives, and diverse practices of our newest cohort of artists who have joined our Artist Partners Program. Get to learn more about each artist and their work.
Artist Spotlight: Monica Gilles-BringsYellow
Montana-based Indigenous artist Monica Gilles-BringsYellow shares more about her evolving practice, the importance of storytelling in her work, and her process in her largest commission to date for Montage Big Sky.
Interior Design Magazine Feature: Ford Experience Center
Read Interior Design Magazine’s feature on the transformation of Ford Experience Center and learn more about the brand storytelling behind the design and the artwork.
NeoCon 2022 Recap Part 2: “Art Has A Job To Do”
In this second part of our recap, we share the impactful insights that came from the thought-provoking and very important keynote talks which spoke to the critical role design plays in creating a better future.
NeoCon 2022 Recap Part 1: The Values Driving The Trends
In this first part of our NeoCon roundup, we present three values-driven trends that extend well beyond form and function, addressing needs in our world that the design industry at large has the power and influence contribute to for the better.
Detroit Artists To Launch Michigan Central Art Program at Bagley Mobility Hub
We're incredibly proud to share the announcement of the first group of artists that will be a part of Michigan Central's inaugural public art project at the Bagley Mobility Hub. Click through to learn more.
Broadened Perspectives: Highlights from Frieze New York 2022
While there was a mecca of incredible talented represented by blue chip and emerging galleries alike, there were a few whose work particularly spoke to our team and left an inspired mark on their visit.
Art Fair Highlights: ZonaMaco, Mexico City
Three artists from around the world – each with a distinct style and practice. A personal review written by Mariana Rivera, Art & Curatorial Coordinator.
International Women’s Day 2022
Hear more from our team and their reflection on this year’s International Women’s Day theme #BreakTheBias.