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UP6 – Danny Cortes: Miniatures of a New York Minute
Artist Danny Cortes, known for his miniature replica pieces depicting the gritty side of NYC, aims to capture the disappearing old-school New York, creating a sense of nostalgia for viewers. Cortes, whose art began as a form of escapism during a challenging period, has experienced rapid success, with his miniatures gaining popularity, celebrity clients, and recognition across the globe.
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September 2023 Submissions – Fall Forward
The selections from our September 2023 art submission contest: “Fall Forward.”
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UP Magazine’s 10 Most Read Articles Of 2022
To close out 2022, UP Magazine is proud to share our 10 most read articles of the year, featuring a variety of artists, businesses, and creatives who made waves in this riptide of a year.
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Storm Ritter, Queen of the Cool People
Ambidextrous artist Storm Ritter is a surrealist painter who harnesses the power of her synesthetic mind to create esoteric landscapes filled with spiritual symbols of divine magic, tarot cards, and numerology. As an entrepreneur, her business ventures have included a brick-and-mortar store, ecommerce website, custom fashion pieces, jewelry and digital NFTs.
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The Dove and Her Labor of Love – The Story Behind the Bed Stuy Walls
Artist Miki Mu successfully delivers on creating the first annual mural painting festival aimed at beautifying Bed-Stuy. Adjacent to Stuyvesant Ave, famous for Spike Lee’s annual block parties, the Bed-Stuy Walls festival brings art, music and positive vibes to inspire the local community.
