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Despite the unsettling facts of the Covid-19 Virus, which have been spamming the news for the last 30 days, this one-week of quarantine in Milan was somehow perceived as an unexpected low blow.
The streets are quiet as a result from the shutting down of municipal institutions, schools and universities.
Employees were recommended by their firms to work from home, thus not stopping any professional activity.
Do not get us wrong: as an advanced online gallery we believe that smart working is one of the greatest opportunity of our century, but at the end of the day, it can result as a bit of an alienating experience.
At Deodato Gallery we are experiencing both sides of the medal: while our physical galleries stay closed, we want you to enjoy (our) Art as usual and let you know that there are ways that can definitely improve your smart working experience!
Here are 6 ways how you can survive this indefinite time from home with Art!
1. Watch an art documentary
We cannot help but recommend Exit Through the Giftshop, Bansky's documentary film of 2010. The British production recounts the story of the Street Artist Mr.Brainwash (aka Thierry Guetta), long before his popularity and about his encounter with the French writer Invader.
The documentary shows as well highlights on other Street Artists such as Obey and of course, Banksy himself, whose identity remains concealed throughout the filming.
Why watch it: Because the documentary offers and genuine insight into the spirit and meaning of Street Art and because it is an awarded documentary (nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature!)
2. Read an art e-book
Reading before bed is scientifically proven to be one of the best ways to wind down after a busy smart working day! We should have put this as a last point, but we are simply too excited to wait.
Our suggestion, it goes without saying, is Deodato's book "Your first five works of Contemporary Art", a sincere and easy-to-read guide on how to approach the art market and eventually, invest in the artworks you like the most.
Once you start, you won't be able to put it down, as Deodato explains the contemporary world - with its flaws and its perks - from an insider's perspective. Downloadable on Amazon through this link, available in English and Italian: https://amzn.to/38WQW7k
Why read it: Because it is the only book that navigates through the world of contemporary art without the snobbish attitude that often defines the art world. Informative and very pleasant to read.
3. Stalk your favourite artists on Instagram
Instagram: only a few moments to peak at the accounts of your favourite artists! Find below some of our best suggestions:
@bansky: anonymous genius of Street art but not only - no other artist combines Art and Marketing like he does. From the previews of Exit through the Gift Shop and his performance of Venice in Oil, to the claiming of his last artwork for Valentine's Day on a Bristol Wall.
@romerobritto: basically good mood on canvas and sculpture! Brazilian Artist whose Neo-Cubist style is unmistakable. Bright colors, sharp contours, happy themes. The artist's account is a showcase for his art but also of his jovial and engaged personality with charitable organizations worldwide.
@savethewall: Street Art made in Italy. Native artist from the Como, Mr. Savethewall is not only one of the favourite artists of our gallery, but also one of the most important national representatives of a style that was considered British, French or American. Browse his prolific production on his account!
Why stalk them on IG: Because following your favorite artists on instagram allows you to see that there's so much beauty and creativity in the world.
4. Stay on top of all news
Artribune, The Art Newspaper and of course our Blog! A valid alternative a book reading - these headers allow you to stay on top of the latest happenings and currents of the contemporary art world.
Artribune (@artribune) is surely one of our favourite online magazines, featuring a broad range coverage that goes from visual arts, to performance, auctions and tourism too! This latter being one of the most important economic aspects of Italy, at times overlooked by national and international authorities of journalism.
We believe that The Art Newspaper (@theartnewspaper) portrays one of the most global overviews of Art: politics, art market, museums and heritage. Regardless of what is happening in the world, The Art Newspaper always manages to establish links with the most updated world news.
Last but not least, our online gallery Blog Deodato Arte featuring on our e-commerce website deodato.com. Art News, Art History insights and suggestions on our most beautiful artworks to fulfil your everyday life with Art. Each post maintains the same easy-to-read and unfiltered approach that is the trademark of Deodato's philosophy.
Why browse through them: Because it reading Art news brings us down to earth again, balancing out the alarming news of these days.
5. Follow art influencers
A few years back it was the make up bloggers or celebrities who counted most followers, now it's the Art influencers.
@itisartime is surely on of our most loved accounts: several times a day this account pleases us figurative art in all its forms, without taking art too seriously. Varying among art memes and contemporary artworks from all over the world, this account always entertains us, even if for a few moments only
@arteconcas, aka Andrea Concas, one of the most young and innovative art critics of our time. He sponsors the necessary fusion between art and technology, he defines himself an art entrepreneur and recently published a book on Bansky, asking and replying questions about the most famous (and most anonymous) Street artist of the world.
@thegirlinthegallery is the best account you can follow if you want to stay on top of the gallery exhibition scene. Cristina Giopp goes everywhere and tells us everything about what's going on in the contemporary art world, also featuring dedicated, candid videos about the greatness and failures of art.
Why follow them: Art influencers are the living proof that despite a looming financial crisi, contemporary art slowly but steadily conquers a great share of our economy; everybody talks about, everybody wants a piece of it. Art influencers allow us to "be there" regardless of where we are.
6. Shop online on our website
Smart working from home these days extends to a whole lot of other activities: outdoor sports, grocery shopping..and of course, art shopping!
As for this latter, we are always pleased to inform that our art e-commerce deodato.com features over 2500 works of art. Birthdays and other occasions won't be postponed despite the quarantine, so there is no better present than an artwork for your loved ones, or simply for yourself.
Walking around our beautiful galleries in the centre of Milan is always a great experience, but our online experience is nothing short of that: we'll assist you throughout the whole process and will answer all your questions, hoping to resolve all your doubts about buying art online.
Why buy art online at deodato.com: Because we are the safest online art e-commerce, shipping worldwide. Our astounding selection of contemporary art features the best artistic proposals of today's art scene. The competences of our talented staff magnificently blend with the precision of technology, conveying the best art experience you might ever have online.
