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On July 6, 2026, Dior published details of its Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026/27 collection, designed by Jonathan Anderson, which takes inspiration from the work of American artist Lynda Benglis.
Daniel Garza-Usabiaga has been appointed artistic director of Zona Maco, the art fair in Mexico City. He replaces Pablo del Val, who led the fair since 2012 and is moving to Art Dubai to serve as director of exhibitor relations.
On June 23, 2026, the Serpentine Summer Party took place in Kensington Gardens, hosted by Michael R. Bloomberg, Chairman of Serpentine’s Board of Trustees; Bettina Korek, CEO; and Hans Ulrich Obrist, Artistic Director.
Zélika García, founder of ZSONAMACO, discussed the fair's evolution over more than 20 years in an interview published on June 29, 2026.
Fondazione Querini Stampalia in Venice, Italy presents an exhibition from May 4, 2026 to September 13, 2026.
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