In India, design isn’t an afterthought—it’s a necessity
Design inspiration from India through a collector’s eye: Ahmedabad interiors, the City Palace in Udaipur, Mewari miniature art, and shopping notes from Nicobar, Good Earth, Ogaan, and Obataimu.
The Studio Visit That Changed the Room
A shaped commission by Kour Pour anchors the family room; a woven canvas and cobalt sculpture steady the palette; a Vanessa Valero watercolor-and-stitch lets the bedroom exhale.
The Case for the Last 10%
Inside a Santa Monica remodel: how art advisory shaped the living room, from moodboard to commission to final install with artwork by French figurative emerging artist Camille Jouarre
Coyote Crossing: A homage to art by Harry Fonseca
From a Malibu trail encounter to Two Coyotes with Flags, this traces coyote symbolism in Native American art—and why Harry Fonseca’s trickster still bites.
I Built a Tool to Help People Find Their Art Style—Here's What Surprised Me
I built an AI art style tool to reflect nuance, not clichés—no budget boxes, no cultural shortcuts. Guardrails, Style Profile, real results, what’s next.
What If the Problem Isn’t Taste—It’s the Pressure to Get It Right?
Overwhelmed by blank walls or trends? The LOTA Art Match Tool helps you find your personal art style—no jargon, just clarity. A new way into collecting.
Global Runway: The Most Iconic Uniforms of the 2024 Paris Olympics
Explore the most iconic Olympic uniforms of the 2024 Paris Games. Featuring designs from Sierra Leone, Czech Republic, Nigeria, Haiti, and Mongolia, this article dives into how fashion meets cultural storytelling on the global stage with a good dose of fashion and political history.
Will AI take over art?
Discover how AI is transforming the art world and learn practical strategies for artists to protect their work, leverage AI tools, and continue thriving in a rapidly changing landscape. Explore solutions like masking your art, using anti-AI apps, and embracing new opportunities. LOTA is a platform for emerging BIPOC artists to amplify their stories and art.
Fashion Finds Its Voice on Substack
Explore how fashion and beauty are thriving on Substack through the voices of three exceptional writers. Discover their unique styles and insights in our deep dive into Substack's growing influence in the fashion industry, where personal curation meets global trends.
Fashion Forward
Explore the transformative role of AI in the fashion industry with 'Fashion Forward.' Delve into how artificial intelligence is reshaping fashion design, marketing, and consumer experiences. Discover innovative projects and insights at the intersection of technology and style. Perfect for fashion enthusiasts and tech aficionados alike, this article illuminates the future of fashion in the AI era.
Crowning King Pleasure
Dive into the life and legacy of Jean-Michel Basquiat, exploring his significance in the global art scene and the pressing need for diversity and representation in the art world. From his iconic crown motif to the broader Eurocentric biases, this piece sheds light on the challenges faced by artists of color
It's a mood(board)
A Journey from Collage Memories to Modern Home Projects featuring emerging artists from underrepresented artists around the world
The Illusion of Hype Culture
Explore the facade of 'Quiet Luxury' and hyper-trend culture in the digital realm, and discover the case for redefining luxury as authenticity and individuality, transcending social media influence and algorithmic conformity.
Vases with faces
And other expressive objects from around the world including Cara de Planta from Mexico, Studio Arhoj from Denmark, and Claymen from India.
The Lives of Perfect Strangers
Featuring images from aroudn the world including New York City, Paris, Naples, Mumbai, Buenos Aires, and more that provide a window into city life and community
