Better Days
Absolut Art Bureau and Brooklyn-based artist Mickalene Thomas have teamed up to create a large-scale bar installation. It will operate during Art Basel Switzerland.
Titled, ‘Better Days’, the creation of the bar has seen Thomas transform the Galerie at Volkshaus, Basel into an apartment environment. The space takes its inspiration from the parties hosted by her mother and long-time muse in the late ‘70s.
‘Better Days’ will present a nightly programme curated by Thomas, including live performances and appearances by guest DJs. The bar will serve bespoke Absolut cocktails designed by the artist in keeping with the installation’s theme.
This project expands on Thomas’ series of work that are inspired by domestic interiors of the 1970’s. fluoro previously spoke with Thomas about her dialogue with history and her distinct artistic style, click below for full interview.
‘Better Days’ is open during Art Basel until Saturday 15 June 2013.
