Film The horrors of horniness: the freaky girls of ‘Babyratu’ This holiday’s double-bill follows women whose sexuality threatens to undo them
Literature Amber Later’s ‘Special Moss’ mines the slippages of poetry and prose The New York-based writer’s debut collection spans four centuries while traversing mysterious landscapes
Architecture Iwan Baan’s ‘Rome — Las Vegas’ explores both cities from above and below The photographer’s recent project asks how architecture shapes reality in an era of mass tourism and simulation
Literature Torey Akers’s ‘Revolutionary Algorithms’ finds political potential on TikTok For the release of her first book, the writer and content creator sits down with Document to discuss digital citizenry, censorship, and the future of...
Michèle Lamy on taking her love affair with Comme des Garçons to the dance floor Boxing, voguing, and en pointe ballet—Behind her legendary Performa collaboration with artist Cecilia Bengolea. by Coco Romack My uncanny experience reading Tegan & Sara’s queer coming-of-age memoir ‘High School’ inspires Matilda Douglas-Henry to meditate on her own memories of sleepovers, secret love letters, and the agonizing weight of queer desires. by Matilda Douglas-Henry Bubbling champagne and early morning dancing: Scenes from Document’s holiday celebration Document welcomed the season alongside Grace Coddington, Mario Sorrenti, and more at the Public Hotel. by Lou Miller ‘Love in the Time of Hysteria’—3 Miami Basel artists reflect on artistic freedom in a world of social chaos Mikhaile Solomon's PRIZM returns to Miami Art Week, providing artists of the African diaspora a platform to exhibit their work without restriction. by Kaylee Warren Katya Bankowsky and Michèle Lamy wage a boxing ‘Battle Royale’ in the Bronx The director of ‘Shadow Boxers’ speaks about documenting the violent beauty of boxing in her films. ‘I wanted to make a movie about a female... by Miss Rosen Jacolby Satterwhite’s unwavering mission to honor his mother’s artistic legacy Using the recordings, lyrics, and art his mother produced over her lifetime, the artist collaborated with Teengirl Fantasy's Nick Weiss and cellist Patrick Belaga on... by Clara Malley Rapper Lava La Rue would rather ‘Do it Together’ than ‘Do it Yourself’ Our favorite ‘Taurus-Gemini’ on how the creative hotbed of West London helped her find her singular sound. by Caroline Christie A photographer’s 18-year quest to uncover Spiritualism’s radical feminist history Shannon Taggart and Pam Grossman, host of ‘The Witch Wave’ podcast, discusses the egalitarian spirit of occult practices from around the world. by Miss Rosen Nicola Cruz’s latest album embraces dance music’s global roots The musician infuses influences from his international upbringing into expansive, unusual electronica on 'Siku.' by Noah Berlatsky Grace Coddington, Marlon James, and Mario Sorrenti ring in the holiday season with Document and Public Document and Public hosted an intimate dinner with some of art and fashion’s most distinguished names to celebrate the holidays and read Document Fall/Winter 2019. by Document Journal Jordan Nassar’s new apartment exhibition lives between the Israel, Palestine binary A Palestinian-American artist ruminates on intersecting identities at his “new home” in Tel-Aviv. by Aaron Hicklin Agnès Varda’s feminist, anti-establishment legacy, according to her daughter Rosalie 'She was more into humanity than being an intellectual.' Rosalie Varda on her mother's wit, wisdom, and legacy to celebrate the release of ‘Varda by... by Tia Glista Photographer Lucie Rox’s exploration of solitary travel in Japan—with help from Barthes In Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, the photographer ruminates on the experience of tourism and the responsibility of an artist abroad. by Lou Miller Meet the spiritual healers and mediums of Cassadaga, Florida—‘the psychic capitol of the world’ Photographer Frankie Alduino documents the people living and practicing in the tight-knit community. by Clara Malley Techno legends Richie Hawtin, Amelie Lens, Pan-Pot and more on 25 years of Time Warp Germany's legendary techno fest Time Warp returns to New York City this weekend for two life-altering nights of raving. by Hannah Ongley Tour van tunes from Starcrawler—just in time for Thanksgiving travel Power through TSA lines, long bus rides, and Amtrak delays with the LA band's ultimate road trip playlist. by Lauren Tischler Over 7 years and 8 countries, Chris Rhodes photographed the overlooked objects and scenes that make up our lives An orange juicebox, tissue paper atop a toilet, and a half-opened mail slot—Rhodes imbues ephemeral, mundane moments with renewed significance in ‘Hotel Mermaid Club.’ by Lou Miller Peter Berlin, the original thirst trap king, revisits his erotic visual diary The king-sized son of nobility's hot, spontaneous self-portraits are collected in the upcoming book ‘Peter Berlin: Icon, Artist, Photosexual.’ by Miss Rosen Photographer Farah Al Qasimi channels her insider-outsider experiences into lyrical, anti-imperialist art Document visited the artist's Bushwick studio, where Al Qasimi opened up about culture shock, the gendered nature of exorcisms, and why she's done being pigeonholed... by Ann Binlot Performa revives the legacy of Oskar Schlemmer, the Bauhaus’s avant-garde theater visionary The groundbreaking painter, sculptor, designer, choreographer, and Bauhaus teacher was honored at the New York biennial's wildly creative gala last week. by Ann Binlot Yung Baby Tate gathered hip hop’s young female vanguard for this year’s most inclusive, glamorous, and rowdy show Kari Faux, Uniiqu3, Mulatto, Baby Rose, and Bbymutha talk solidarity, unapologetic realness, and why Atlanta is the ‘hub of culture.’ by David Aaron Brake Before Bikini Kill and Pussy Riot, there was Backstage Pass. This is their untold story ‘The Golden Girls of punk’: 43 years after taking up instruments against the patriarchy, Backstage Pass releases their first album. by Miss Rosen Danny Bowien, the mastermind behind Mission Chinese, reveals the secret sauce for a pop punk dinner party The chef discusses the origins of his band NARX, late night meals at Denny’s, and his people-pleasing tendencies. by Agnes Bae Coach K, the titan behind Atlanta’s blooming hip hop community The co-founder of music label Quality Control, homebase for City Girls and Migos, takes a community-based approach to building a sustainable business and scene. by David Aaron Brake Meet Amelie Lens, the Belgian DJ putting her fans before everything—including a sane sleep schedule The artist spoke to Document about how she balances 8-hour sets, co-owning a label, and raving with her grandma ahead of the New York Time... by Hannah Ongley Brendan Fernandes reinterprets Isamu Noguchi and Martha Graham’s ‘strange beauty’ The Kenyan-born artist and choreographer on 'Contract and Release,' the performance he choreographed for The Noguchi Museum. by Ann Binlot Hank Korsan and Tyrell Hampton take us through the Lower Manhattan party scene’s new guard The generation that grew up on ‘High School Musical’ is leading the charge for chill, feel-good nightlife. by Allie Monck Vancouver Sleep Clinic’s dreamy sonic guide to getting cozy This weekend, break out the hot toddies and fuzzy slippers and drift into the late fall chill. by Rachel Cheung Rising star Choker on the virtues of softness in the internet age With a song in the upcoming film ‘Queen & Slim,’ Choker is moving from the indie pond to the mainstream ocean. In this intimate editorial,... by Lulu Yao Gioiello Sex, drugs, and jazz—Robert Glasper’s mission to restore the original cool kid music to its rightful status The jazz renegade pays tribute to J-Dilla with a guide to the producer's 5 most revolutionary hits. by Kedar Berntson Maripol, godmother of instant photography, on the serendipitous magic of Polaroids Late nights at the Mudd Club, stolen motorcycles, and evading indecent exposure charges—the artist on the gritty glamour of late ’70s New York and being... by Maraya Fisher Leveling up with Drain Gang’s ‘Legendary Member,’ Thaiboy Digital The artist balances self-assured and rare vulnerability on his debut album 'Legendary Member.' He talks Drain Gang collective, the challenges of starting over and turning... by Agnes Bae A 24-hour guide to the world’s largest dance music festival A moment-to-moment guide to Amsterdam Dance Event—navigating raves, panels with Juliana Huxtable, and psychoactive ‘space cake.’ by Ashley Simpson Martin Margiela breaks his silence in a new documentary. Here are the 6 biggest takeaways Director Reiner Holzemer offers an unprecedented window into the mind of fashion's most elusive icon with ‘Martin Margiela: In His Own Words.’ by Cassidy George Maison Kitsuné brings Parisian luxury and Japanese minimalism to their first NYC café After establishing their fashion line and record label, founders Gildas Loaëc and Masaya Kuroki set their sights on hospitality. by Rachel Cheung Mitch Epstein confronts America’s psychological darkness in ‘Sunshine Hotel’ From hippie snake charmers to Trump Tower cheerleaders, the photographer's latest book forces us to lower our defenses and reckon with the disorder and pain... by Rachel Cheung AI companies are extremely white and male—Kate Crawford wants us to push back The academic and researcher highlighted several disturbing trends in artificial intelligence and the urgent need for collective accountability at Prada’s Shaping a Future conference. by Ann Binlot Amanda Gorman, the 21-year-old poet using her words as weapons for change The National Youth Poet Laureate discussed corporate sustainability with representatives from the United Nations, MIT, and more at Prada’s Shaping a Future conference by Ann Binlot The fall of the Berlin Wall: a visual timeline 30 years later, experience the moments where everything changed, through the lenses of photographers on the ground. by Clara Malley What it’s actually like to own a marijuana dispensary as a woman of color in Colorado “People think that dispensary owners are just rolling in dough, and that is just not the case.” A window into a broken, out-moded system with... by Daisy Prince Remembering Larry Levan’s iconic ‘Saturday Mass’ with 11 of his greatest mixes Listen to the tracks Grace Jones, Keith Haring, and a very young Madonna danced to all night in the hallowed hall of Paradise Garage. by Rachel Cheung ‘New York Club Kids’: Waltpaper’s dazzling ode to America’s first true influencers Inside the iconic ’90s subculture with one of its founding members, who talks visual identity, self-branding, and passing the torch to Gen-Z. by Rachel Cheung ‘Bedroom Brian Eno’: Steele talks to Julia Cumming about his vulnerable solo project As Document premiers Steele's new single 'I'd Like To,' the Brooklyn-based musicians and friends discuss smoothies, soccer, and growing up in New York City. by Julia Cumming Thomas Lohr imagines the dynamic inner life of a rock In 'Gezeiten,' the photographer details his unconventional relationship with a 2-meter piece of rock bed on the shores of Devon by Lauren Tischler 6 real-life geniuses wear Moncler Genius Document talks to six thinkers and creators across food, art, design, and tech about redefining how we experience the world. by Document Journal Artist Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi reveals—and defies—the white supremacist underpinnings of elite gymnastics As Simone Biles becomes the most decorated athlete in sports, Nkosi tells Document about the implications of Black girls' success in elite gymnastics, which has... by Miss Rosen William Selden’s ‘oil paintings’ aren’t quite what they seem In a new exhibition, the fashion photographer (and fine artist) debuts his most exquisitely deceptive work. by Lou Miller Lucia Moholy, the photographer who immortalized the Bauhaus, finally gets her due The artist meticulously documented the influential art school, but while her male cohorts became legends, her work was misappropriated and forgotten. by Ann Binlot The radical feminist sex worker who photographed her clients at their most grotesque Cammie Toloui takes us behind the Private Pleasures curtain at Lusty Lady Theater, a worker-owned strip club where men were made the objects of intrigue. by Miss Rosen Vegyn, music’s favorite mystery collaborator, finds freedom in a sound of his own On his debut album 'Only Diamonds Cut Diamonds,' the wunderkind producer rediscovers electronic music's soul. by Caroline Christie
Michèle Lamy on taking her love affair with Comme des Garçons to the dance floor Boxing, voguing, and en pointe ballet—Behind her legendary Performa collaboration with artist Cecilia Bengolea. by Coco Romack
My uncanny experience reading Tegan & Sara’s queer coming-of-age memoir ‘High School’ inspires Matilda Douglas-Henry to meditate on her own memories of sleepovers, secret love letters, and the agonizing weight of queer desires. by Matilda Douglas-Henry
Bubbling champagne and early morning dancing: Scenes from Document’s holiday celebration Document welcomed the season alongside Grace Coddington, Mario Sorrenti, and more at the Public Hotel. by Lou Miller
‘Love in the Time of Hysteria’—3 Miami Basel artists reflect on artistic freedom in a world of social chaos Mikhaile Solomon's PRIZM returns to Miami Art Week, providing artists of the African diaspora a platform to exhibit their work without restriction. by Kaylee Warren
Katya Bankowsky and Michèle Lamy wage a boxing ‘Battle Royale’ in the Bronx The director of ‘Shadow Boxers’ speaks about documenting the violent beauty of boxing in her films. ‘I wanted to make a movie about a female... by Miss Rosen
Jacolby Satterwhite’s unwavering mission to honor his mother’s artistic legacy Using the recordings, lyrics, and art his mother produced over her lifetime, the artist collaborated with Teengirl Fantasy's Nick Weiss and cellist Patrick Belaga on... by Clara Malley
Rapper Lava La Rue would rather ‘Do it Together’ than ‘Do it Yourself’ Our favorite ‘Taurus-Gemini’ on how the creative hotbed of West London helped her find her singular sound. by Caroline Christie
A photographer’s 18-year quest to uncover Spiritualism’s radical feminist history Shannon Taggart and Pam Grossman, host of ‘The Witch Wave’ podcast, discusses the egalitarian spirit of occult practices from around the world. by Miss Rosen
Nicola Cruz’s latest album embraces dance music’s global roots The musician infuses influences from his international upbringing into expansive, unusual electronica on 'Siku.' by Noah Berlatsky
Grace Coddington, Marlon James, and Mario Sorrenti ring in the holiday season with Document and Public Document and Public hosted an intimate dinner with some of art and fashion’s most distinguished names to celebrate the holidays and read Document Fall/Winter 2019. by Document Journal
Jordan Nassar’s new apartment exhibition lives between the Israel, Palestine binary A Palestinian-American artist ruminates on intersecting identities at his “new home” in Tel-Aviv. by Aaron Hicklin
Agnès Varda’s feminist, anti-establishment legacy, according to her daughter Rosalie 'She was more into humanity than being an intellectual.' Rosalie Varda on her mother's wit, wisdom, and legacy to celebrate the release of ‘Varda by... by Tia Glista
Photographer Lucie Rox’s exploration of solitary travel in Japan—with help from Barthes In Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, the photographer ruminates on the experience of tourism and the responsibility of an artist abroad. by Lou Miller
Meet the spiritual healers and mediums of Cassadaga, Florida—‘the psychic capitol of the world’ Photographer Frankie Alduino documents the people living and practicing in the tight-knit community. by Clara Malley
Techno legends Richie Hawtin, Amelie Lens, Pan-Pot and more on 25 years of Time Warp Germany's legendary techno fest Time Warp returns to New York City this weekend for two life-altering nights of raving. by Hannah Ongley
Tour van tunes from Starcrawler—just in time for Thanksgiving travel Power through TSA lines, long bus rides, and Amtrak delays with the LA band's ultimate road trip playlist. by Lauren Tischler
Over 7 years and 8 countries, Chris Rhodes photographed the overlooked objects and scenes that make up our lives An orange juicebox, tissue paper atop a toilet, and a half-opened mail slot—Rhodes imbues ephemeral, mundane moments with renewed significance in ‘Hotel Mermaid Club.’ by Lou Miller
Peter Berlin, the original thirst trap king, revisits his erotic visual diary The king-sized son of nobility's hot, spontaneous self-portraits are collected in the upcoming book ‘Peter Berlin: Icon, Artist, Photosexual.’ by Miss Rosen
Photographer Farah Al Qasimi channels her insider-outsider experiences into lyrical, anti-imperialist art Document visited the artist's Bushwick studio, where Al Qasimi opened up about culture shock, the gendered nature of exorcisms, and why she's done being pigeonholed... by Ann Binlot
Performa revives the legacy of Oskar Schlemmer, the Bauhaus’s avant-garde theater visionary The groundbreaking painter, sculptor, designer, choreographer, and Bauhaus teacher was honored at the New York biennial's wildly creative gala last week. by Ann Binlot
Yung Baby Tate gathered hip hop’s young female vanguard for this year’s most inclusive, glamorous, and rowdy show Kari Faux, Uniiqu3, Mulatto, Baby Rose, and Bbymutha talk solidarity, unapologetic realness, and why Atlanta is the ‘hub of culture.’ by David Aaron Brake
Before Bikini Kill and Pussy Riot, there was Backstage Pass. This is their untold story ‘The Golden Girls of punk’: 43 years after taking up instruments against the patriarchy, Backstage Pass releases their first album. by Miss Rosen
Danny Bowien, the mastermind behind Mission Chinese, reveals the secret sauce for a pop punk dinner party The chef discusses the origins of his band NARX, late night meals at Denny’s, and his people-pleasing tendencies. by Agnes Bae
Coach K, the titan behind Atlanta’s blooming hip hop community The co-founder of music label Quality Control, homebase for City Girls and Migos, takes a community-based approach to building a sustainable business and scene. by David Aaron Brake
Meet Amelie Lens, the Belgian DJ putting her fans before everything—including a sane sleep schedule The artist spoke to Document about how she balances 8-hour sets, co-owning a label, and raving with her grandma ahead of the New York Time... by Hannah Ongley
Brendan Fernandes reinterprets Isamu Noguchi and Martha Graham’s ‘strange beauty’ The Kenyan-born artist and choreographer on 'Contract and Release,' the performance he choreographed for The Noguchi Museum. by Ann Binlot
Hank Korsan and Tyrell Hampton take us through the Lower Manhattan party scene’s new guard The generation that grew up on ‘High School Musical’ is leading the charge for chill, feel-good nightlife. by Allie Monck
Vancouver Sleep Clinic’s dreamy sonic guide to getting cozy This weekend, break out the hot toddies and fuzzy slippers and drift into the late fall chill. by Rachel Cheung
Rising star Choker on the virtues of softness in the internet age With a song in the upcoming film ‘Queen & Slim,’ Choker is moving from the indie pond to the mainstream ocean. In this intimate editorial,... by Lulu Yao Gioiello
Sex, drugs, and jazz—Robert Glasper’s mission to restore the original cool kid music to its rightful status The jazz renegade pays tribute to J-Dilla with a guide to the producer's 5 most revolutionary hits. by Kedar Berntson
Maripol, godmother of instant photography, on the serendipitous magic of Polaroids Late nights at the Mudd Club, stolen motorcycles, and evading indecent exposure charges—the artist on the gritty glamour of late ’70s New York and being... by Maraya Fisher
Leveling up with Drain Gang’s ‘Legendary Member,’ Thaiboy Digital The artist balances self-assured and rare vulnerability on his debut album 'Legendary Member.' He talks Drain Gang collective, the challenges of starting over and turning... by Agnes Bae
A 24-hour guide to the world’s largest dance music festival A moment-to-moment guide to Amsterdam Dance Event—navigating raves, panels with Juliana Huxtable, and psychoactive ‘space cake.’ by Ashley Simpson
Martin Margiela breaks his silence in a new documentary. Here are the 6 biggest takeaways Director Reiner Holzemer offers an unprecedented window into the mind of fashion's most elusive icon with ‘Martin Margiela: In His Own Words.’ by Cassidy George
Maison Kitsuné brings Parisian luxury and Japanese minimalism to their first NYC café After establishing their fashion line and record label, founders Gildas Loaëc and Masaya Kuroki set their sights on hospitality. by Rachel Cheung
Mitch Epstein confronts America’s psychological darkness in ‘Sunshine Hotel’ From hippie snake charmers to Trump Tower cheerleaders, the photographer's latest book forces us to lower our defenses and reckon with the disorder and pain... by Rachel Cheung
AI companies are extremely white and male—Kate Crawford wants us to push back The academic and researcher highlighted several disturbing trends in artificial intelligence and the urgent need for collective accountability at Prada’s Shaping a Future conference. by Ann Binlot
Amanda Gorman, the 21-year-old poet using her words as weapons for change The National Youth Poet Laureate discussed corporate sustainability with representatives from the United Nations, MIT, and more at Prada’s Shaping a Future conference by Ann Binlot
The fall of the Berlin Wall: a visual timeline 30 years later, experience the moments where everything changed, through the lenses of photographers on the ground. by Clara Malley
What it’s actually like to own a marijuana dispensary as a woman of color in Colorado “People think that dispensary owners are just rolling in dough, and that is just not the case.” A window into a broken, out-moded system with... by Daisy Prince
Remembering Larry Levan’s iconic ‘Saturday Mass’ with 11 of his greatest mixes Listen to the tracks Grace Jones, Keith Haring, and a very young Madonna danced to all night in the hallowed hall of Paradise Garage. by Rachel Cheung
‘New York Club Kids’: Waltpaper’s dazzling ode to America’s first true influencers Inside the iconic ’90s subculture with one of its founding members, who talks visual identity, self-branding, and passing the torch to Gen-Z. by Rachel Cheung
‘Bedroom Brian Eno’: Steele talks to Julia Cumming about his vulnerable solo project As Document premiers Steele's new single 'I'd Like To,' the Brooklyn-based musicians and friends discuss smoothies, soccer, and growing up in New York City. by Julia Cumming
Thomas Lohr imagines the dynamic inner life of a rock In 'Gezeiten,' the photographer details his unconventional relationship with a 2-meter piece of rock bed on the shores of Devon by Lauren Tischler
6 real-life geniuses wear Moncler Genius Document talks to six thinkers and creators across food, art, design, and tech about redefining how we experience the world. by Document Journal
Artist Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi reveals—and defies—the white supremacist underpinnings of elite gymnastics As Simone Biles becomes the most decorated athlete in sports, Nkosi tells Document about the implications of Black girls' success in elite gymnastics, which has... by Miss Rosen
William Selden’s ‘oil paintings’ aren’t quite what they seem In a new exhibition, the fashion photographer (and fine artist) debuts his most exquisitely deceptive work. by Lou Miller
Lucia Moholy, the photographer who immortalized the Bauhaus, finally gets her due The artist meticulously documented the influential art school, but while her male cohorts became legends, her work was misappropriated and forgotten. by Ann Binlot
The radical feminist sex worker who photographed her clients at their most grotesque Cammie Toloui takes us behind the Private Pleasures curtain at Lusty Lady Theater, a worker-owned strip club where men were made the objects of intrigue. by Miss Rosen
Vegyn, music’s favorite mystery collaborator, finds freedom in a sound of his own On his debut album 'Only Diamonds Cut Diamonds,' the wunderkind producer rediscovers electronic music's soul. by Caroline Christie