The movie–starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Rita Moreno, and Sally Field–was released in the theaters, seeking an under-served audience of women over 35. I went to Boston on its opening day to see who was showing up.
Remaking the Art World
My latest for the local paper is all about Guilty By Association, a new art commerce platform with a direct and significant mission: remaking the art world, more equitably and joyously.
Detroit Concours d’Elegance
I went home to Detroit to cover the first annual Detroit Concours d’Elegance, the only notable American classic car show to be held in a major city.
Cover of the NYTimes Styles Section
My story on the merger of furniture giants Herman Miller and Knoll, and what it means for the design community and the Modernist legacies of these brands, was on the cover of the Styles section in Sunday’s New York Times. I’m quite proud of this story, particularly, its connection to my alma mater, Cranbrook.
Hottest Ticket in Town? Taylor Swift Ph.D.
“I got texts from my friends saying, ‘Oh my God,’ and ‘I’m so jealous,’ and ‘Are you selling your tickets?’” Ms. Mason said. “I was like, No. I’m graduating from college. I want my mother there.”
A Jeff Koons Paint Job on a BMW Canvas
“I wanted to make a car that, when it drove by, would go pop-pop-pop.”
Recess Therapy
My first piece for the New York Times Style section is about the charming Julian Shapiro-Barnum and his social media sensation Recess Therapy. Free online today for you CBs, and in PRINT in Sunday’s paper.
$1.95 Million Car, $10 Rebate
The exemplary Hirohata Merc actually cost $1,949,990, not $1.95 million, because there’s a secret $10 rebate hidden in the car.
For Sale: A Custom Mercury, With a Batmobile in Its Family Tree
The most famous custom car ever is up for auction next week, and its sale price is expected to set a record. Find out why in my latest for the New York Times.
What The Hell is a Brand Experience Center…?
And why are they taking over New York City?