Music ‘Surviving the Dream’ with FIDLAR Document joined the indie rock band LA’s Balboa Recording Studio ahead of the release of their fourth album to talk about staying punk and growing...
Fashion Brioni’s La Donna explores new ground The Italian heritage house mixes embellishment and craftsmanship in its Spring / Summer collection
Art Experimental pop duo NEW YORK’s ‘rapstar*’ maintains an artful anonymity Following the release of their sophomore album, Gretchen Lawrence and Coumba Samba reflect on art, friendship, and their lo-fi influences
Art Maya Man and Sotce usher in a new generation of internet artists The pair sits down with Document to discuss their creative processes amidst the ever-changing climate of internet art
At Large Re-centering the Black experience in the horror genre, from ‘Beloved’ to ‘Get Out’ ...using foul language all seemed pretty tame compared to America’s actual record of enslavement, torture, discrimination, genocide, and murder. “The mindless and hysterical banality of... by Noah Berlatsky Above the Fold Insha Rahman breaks down how the US bail system perpetuates racial injustice ...letting people free compromises our public safety, and that’s fear isn’t held necessarily in Black communities; it’s a fear that is deep-seated and has its... by Maraya Fisher Above the Fold Warriors in the Garden are the youth-led collective at the forefront of civil rights protests ...for children to draw protest signs. They borrowed an ice cream cart. Even with all their newly-gained media attention and leadership role within the New... by Alex Hodor-Lee Above the Fold Watch Blésnya Minher recreate Donna Summer’s ’70s glam As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal Conversations Russell Tovey and Louis Fratino ponder the queer gaze and the necessity of creativity in the age of coronavirus ...what do you think the queer community, and gay men in particular, can bring of their experience of that plague to share with people today?... by Aaron Hicklin Above the Fold 5 artists tell us the hardships—and benefits—of creating in isolation ...what my next sculpture will look like when it’s completed. In a way, I’m stuck in my comfort zone. Document: In light of recent events... by Ann Binlot Above the Fold BŪJIN rejects the music industry’s oppressive demands ...Reagan: You are an instrumentalist, producer, and composer—amongst many other things. How did you come into these different roles? Dani Kyengo: I studied classical music... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold As the city begins to reopen, a tribute to New Yorkers’ inimitable resilience With their latest short film Pause, Gillian Zinser and Lindsay Van Dyke have created an ode to New York’s resilience and comity in the time... by Alex Hodor-Lee Above the Fold Lina Iris Viktor’s manifesto for creativity in the age of pandemic ...when this “brave new world” will be fully absorbed and will inevitably propel us into a new chapter in human history will come. However, that... by Lina Iris Viktor Above the Fold Maya B writes anti-materialist anthems for our times ...is young but carries with her a staggering presence. Her latest release, “Sink,” which also features the Brooklyn-based rapper Saint Jhn, is a testament to... by David Aaron Brake Above the Fold Artist Christopher Wool confronts the stark reality of a pandemic Arriving in New York City at the height of the punk movement in 1973, the young Christopher Wool was captivated by the anarchic energy surrounding... by Caroline Reagan Documented “When I look at you, do you see me?” Painter Amoako Boafo urges us to consider the complexities of blackness ...paint the community, use my work to also portray people in the community, and that’s how I started painting people around me. Osei: What drew... by Ann Binlot Above the Fold Artist Mel Bochner obscures words to reveal their dangerous potential ...Not Transparent,’ as a starting point for the new piece? Mel Bochner: A couple of years ago I had a show in Brussels. The thing... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Disgust’s hardcore playlist traverses nihilism and ecstasy Disgust wants to take you outside of your musical comfort zone. Before the COVID-19 crisis hit, the Berlin-based collective threw parties in a club hidden... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Judy Chicago illustrates a cautionary tale for our post-COVID future ...at the Serpentine. This publication—my 15th—will be a combined, edited, and revised version of my two autobiographies, Through the Flower and Beyond the Flower, with... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold At 80-years-old, Harlem photographer Shawn Walker finally gets his due ...across the street from the school. We knew how to watch our step. As long as we knew ‘our place,’ they didn’t bother us: eat... by Miss Rosen Above the Fold Virgil Abloh considers the meaning of fashion in a time of crisis ...even in normal times—nevermind during a perfect storm of sinking retailers and slashed disposable incomes. Still, even the man behind the ‘world’s hottest brand’ for... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Brian Roettinger picks 5 essential art books you need to own ...outlines a history of pedagogy at CalArts.” Vinyl Records & Covers By Artists by Guy Schraenen “Compiled by the British collector, publisher, and curator Guy... by Brian Roettinger Above the Fold Heather Glazzard and Nora Nord’s quarantine photos are a delightful critique of normie culture ...and gender-diverse bodies reign free and honest in the household. During a time when everything feels upside down and inside out, the London-based couple finds... by Kelly Lim Above the Fold “Crying in the Mirror” is the sadgirl anthem for the corona era ...tears. The desire to watch yourself at your most upset is a strange, universal impulse captured in Rainsford’s latest music video for her song, “Crying... by Maraya Fisher Above the Fold Help fight anti-Asian hate by bidding on poetry, original art, and Kichin’s crispy fish recipe ...an organization committed to providing comprehensive support for New York City’s pan-Asian communities. While in the throes of COVID-19, the AAF is particularly focused on... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold Bob Recine invites us into his creative oasis The hair and visual artist coronates poet Lauren Isabeau with his latest creation... by Document Journal Fashion Portfolio 4 Moncler Simone Rocha takes flight ...Brooklyn. Shot just days before New York City went into lockdown, a short film and the following fashion story capture the ice skaters as they... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Julia Weist’s ‘Public Record’ reveals the long history between New York City and its artists ...City’s archival process, joining the collections of the Municipal Archives. For digital access, they must submit a request through New York City’s Open Records Portal,... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold The sweet escapism of my queer Sims community ...a relationship with The Sims, typically beginning with its original incarnation in 2000 and petering out somewhere around The Sims 2 or The Sims 3,... by Matilda Douglas-Henry Above the Fold Model Bente Oort transforms into glam rock icon Roy Wood As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal Above the Fold Giselle Norman recreates the ’90s glamour of Ellen von Unwerth As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal Above the Fold Focus beats, dance theater, very good films: Polina Zakh’s online culture guide ...app that can help you navigate different options. ‘Visit’ the New Museum I love the way the New Museum pulled together the series of innovations... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Coronappétit, Instagram’s spiciest guide to dining during the pandemic ...to search for relief efforts important to you and your community. “If you are financially secure and lucky enough to work from home, I encourage... by Rachel Cheung Above the Fold Simona Kust recreates the striking 1970s glamour of Marie Helvin As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal Above the Fold Watch Ansley Gulielmi morph into a modern-day Veruschka As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal Above the Fold Michelin-starred chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias brings fried chicken from his kitchen to yours ...the birth of my baby girl and spending quality time with them both.” Now, Sanchez-Iglesias is at home with his newborn and his wife. While... by Ann Binlot Above the Fold Finding remote connection with dancers from the Royal Danish Ballet ...2 in D minor, for cello—is complimented by the sensuality of two barefoot dancers. Clad in Vivienne Westwood and Acne Studios, the pair move through... by Jordan Levy Above the Fold This year’s Palm* Prize shortlist is a poignant reminder of life before lockdown Every year, Palm* Studios seeks to recognize and celebrate 100 emerging photographers through a photo competition and accompanying exhibition. Aiming to reduce the photography field’s... by Maraya Fisher Above the Fold Belgian designer Christian Wijnants revisits his favorite films during lockdown ...by Pedro Almodovar “As a teenager, I was fascinated by Almodovar’s loud and eccentric style and especially loved Jean Paul Gaultier’s costumes in the movie.”... by Ann Binlot Above the Fold Lost joys found: What 19 Document contributors are rediscovering in isolation ...it is now and see how unjust the social system is and the harm this causes to all of us.” Come as You: Are The... by Document Journal Above the Fold Fondazione Prada and Francesco Vezzoli bring our deepest existential questions to Instagram ...poll results, sharing their own creative contributions to interpret the existential perspectives of our communities alongside the uncertain conditions of our modern world. Drawing on... by Rachel Cheung Above the Fold Artists for Humans, the underground initiative leveraging art to protect New York’s most vulnerable ...have the resources to personally donate—but what I did have was art and access to my community of artists.” Leveraging her network within the New... by Camille Sojit Pejcha Above the Fold Meet the 23-year-old entrepreneur providing masks to communities in Gaza ...reality is that the circumstances are exponentially more grim in Gaza. Israel has given only 200 test kits (that’s 1 test kit per 10,000 people)... by Yasmin Ahram Above the Fold Lucien Smith and Brad Phillips on the death of art world elitism ...last year. Smith has shifted from Cooper Union pseudo-prodigy to the leader of Serving the People (STP), an arts nonprofit complete that strives to “curate... by Allie Monck Above the Fold Try your hand at making masks this weekend with UpWrap’s Amber Testino ...makers to participate in an affordable, eco-conscious effort with far-reaching impact. Here, the company provides Document with comprehensive instructions on how to make the masks,... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold Rare Birds: 4 Moncler Simone Rocha comes to life on ice Ice skaters Chiquita Limer and Jordan Bailey showcase the mysterious grace of the latest Moncler Genius collection... by Document Journal Conversations Simone Rocha and Gwendoline Christie discuss the provocative power of brutal femininity ...always tinged with an eerie melancholy. The dreamy, vaporous silhouettes and the damned, romantic narratives are woven into her fabrics, collections, and collaborations. Her latest,... by Divya Bala Above the Fold Sam Hellmann investigates social vulnerability in the corona era ...communicate, Hellmann said, “Although we are behind a screen, we are more vulnerable than ever.” As we explore this newfound vulnerability, these photos reach to... by Jordan Levy Conversations Essayists Samantha Irby and Durga Chew-Bose find solace in memories and solitude ...New York Times review of her latest book, Wow, No Thank You, “Read Irby because she understands the mutinies of the body. She understands suffering... by Aaron Hicklin Above the Fold Photographer Mateo Arciniegas captures a return to his Colombian homeland ...search for this new home. Leaving me questioning, can I ever feel like I really belong here? I began to wonder how people starting a... by Mateo Arciniegas Above the Fold Edgar Heap of Birds reveals the profound importance of the collective ...gotten. We’ve always invested in our community. You gotta have that; I don’t know what else you can believe in. Caroline: When did you know... by Caroline Reagan Above the Fold Art From Isolation: 11 Illustrators visualize our new dystopian reality ...from outer space. In Johnny Mnemonic, which is shot in the wake of the AIDS crisis, we see parallels drawn between technology as an extension... by Liana Blum Conversations Earl Cave and Stuart Murdoch compare the soundtracks of their youths ...politics in today’s world, the idea of figuring out who you are, and having the freedom to do that, and Bagnold Summer captures this searching... by Aaron Hicklin Above the Fold 4 essential quar walks for isolated It-girls ...who bought it. But the good news is art girls are art girls for a reason (creativity) and they’ve invented the new thirst trap: little... by Rachel Sennott
At Large Re-centering the Black experience in the horror genre, from ‘Beloved’ to ‘Get Out’ ...using foul language all seemed pretty tame compared to America’s actual record of enslavement, torture, discrimination, genocide, and murder. “The mindless and hysterical banality of... by Noah Berlatsky
Above the Fold Insha Rahman breaks down how the US bail system perpetuates racial injustice ...letting people free compromises our public safety, and that’s fear isn’t held necessarily in Black communities; it’s a fear that is deep-seated and has its... by Maraya Fisher
Above the Fold Warriors in the Garden are the youth-led collective at the forefront of civil rights protests ...for children to draw protest signs. They borrowed an ice cream cart. Even with all their newly-gained media attention and leadership role within the New... by Alex Hodor-Lee
Above the Fold Watch Blésnya Minher recreate Donna Summer’s ’70s glam As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal
Conversations Russell Tovey and Louis Fratino ponder the queer gaze and the necessity of creativity in the age of coronavirus ...what do you think the queer community, and gay men in particular, can bring of their experience of that plague to share with people today?... by Aaron Hicklin
Above the Fold 5 artists tell us the hardships—and benefits—of creating in isolation ...what my next sculpture will look like when it’s completed. In a way, I’m stuck in my comfort zone. Document: In light of recent events... by Ann Binlot
Above the Fold BŪJIN rejects the music industry’s oppressive demands ...Reagan: You are an instrumentalist, producer, and composer—amongst many other things. How did you come into these different roles? Dani Kyengo: I studied classical music... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold As the city begins to reopen, a tribute to New Yorkers’ inimitable resilience With their latest short film Pause, Gillian Zinser and Lindsay Van Dyke have created an ode to New York’s resilience and comity in the time... by Alex Hodor-Lee
Above the Fold Lina Iris Viktor’s manifesto for creativity in the age of pandemic ...when this “brave new world” will be fully absorbed and will inevitably propel us into a new chapter in human history will come. However, that... by Lina Iris Viktor
Above the Fold Maya B writes anti-materialist anthems for our times ...is young but carries with her a staggering presence. Her latest release, “Sink,” which also features the Brooklyn-based rapper Saint Jhn, is a testament to... by David Aaron Brake
Above the Fold Artist Christopher Wool confronts the stark reality of a pandemic Arriving in New York City at the height of the punk movement in 1973, the young Christopher Wool was captivated by the anarchic energy surrounding... by Caroline Reagan
Documented “When I look at you, do you see me?” Painter Amoako Boafo urges us to consider the complexities of blackness ...paint the community, use my work to also portray people in the community, and that’s how I started painting people around me. Osei: What drew... by Ann Binlot
Above the Fold Artist Mel Bochner obscures words to reveal their dangerous potential ...Not Transparent,’ as a starting point for the new piece? Mel Bochner: A couple of years ago I had a show in Brussels. The thing... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Disgust’s hardcore playlist traverses nihilism and ecstasy Disgust wants to take you outside of your musical comfort zone. Before the COVID-19 crisis hit, the Berlin-based collective threw parties in a club hidden... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Judy Chicago illustrates a cautionary tale for our post-COVID future ...at the Serpentine. This publication—my 15th—will be a combined, edited, and revised version of my two autobiographies, Through the Flower and Beyond the Flower, with... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold At 80-years-old, Harlem photographer Shawn Walker finally gets his due ...across the street from the school. We knew how to watch our step. As long as we knew ‘our place,’ they didn’t bother us: eat... by Miss Rosen
Above the Fold Virgil Abloh considers the meaning of fashion in a time of crisis ...even in normal times—nevermind during a perfect storm of sinking retailers and slashed disposable incomes. Still, even the man behind the ‘world’s hottest brand’ for... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Brian Roettinger picks 5 essential art books you need to own ...outlines a history of pedagogy at CalArts.” Vinyl Records & Covers By Artists by Guy Schraenen “Compiled by the British collector, publisher, and curator Guy... by Brian Roettinger
Above the Fold Heather Glazzard and Nora Nord’s quarantine photos are a delightful critique of normie culture ...and gender-diverse bodies reign free and honest in the household. During a time when everything feels upside down and inside out, the London-based couple finds... by Kelly Lim
Above the Fold “Crying in the Mirror” is the sadgirl anthem for the corona era ...tears. The desire to watch yourself at your most upset is a strange, universal impulse captured in Rainsford’s latest music video for her song, “Crying... by Maraya Fisher
Above the Fold Help fight anti-Asian hate by bidding on poetry, original art, and Kichin’s crispy fish recipe ...an organization committed to providing comprehensive support for New York City’s pan-Asian communities. While in the throes of COVID-19, the AAF is particularly focused on... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold Bob Recine invites us into his creative oasis The hair and visual artist coronates poet Lauren Isabeau with his latest creation... by Document Journal
Fashion Portfolio 4 Moncler Simone Rocha takes flight ...Brooklyn. Shot just days before New York City went into lockdown, a short film and the following fashion story capture the ice skaters as they... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Julia Weist’s ‘Public Record’ reveals the long history between New York City and its artists ...City’s archival process, joining the collections of the Municipal Archives. For digital access, they must submit a request through New York City’s Open Records Portal,... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold The sweet escapism of my queer Sims community ...a relationship with The Sims, typically beginning with its original incarnation in 2000 and petering out somewhere around The Sims 2 or The Sims 3,... by Matilda Douglas-Henry
Above the Fold Model Bente Oort transforms into glam rock icon Roy Wood As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal
Above the Fold Giselle Norman recreates the ’90s glamour of Ellen von Unwerth As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal
Above the Fold Focus beats, dance theater, very good films: Polina Zakh’s online culture guide ...app that can help you navigate different options. ‘Visit’ the New Museum I love the way the New Museum pulled together the series of innovations... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Coronappétit, Instagram’s spiciest guide to dining during the pandemic ...to search for relief efforts important to you and your community. “If you are financially secure and lucky enough to work from home, I encourage... by Rachel Cheung
Above the Fold Simona Kust recreates the striking 1970s glamour of Marie Helvin As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal
Above the Fold Watch Ansley Gulielmi morph into a modern-day Veruschka As we find new ways to stay creative under lockdown, Document beauty director Lucia Pieroni and creative and fashion director Sarah Richardson decided to challenge... by Document Journal
Above the Fold Michelin-starred chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias brings fried chicken from his kitchen to yours ...the birth of my baby girl and spending quality time with them both.” Now, Sanchez-Iglesias is at home with his newborn and his wife. While... by Ann Binlot
Above the Fold Finding remote connection with dancers from the Royal Danish Ballet ...2 in D minor, for cello—is complimented by the sensuality of two barefoot dancers. Clad in Vivienne Westwood and Acne Studios, the pair move through... by Jordan Levy
Above the Fold This year’s Palm* Prize shortlist is a poignant reminder of life before lockdown Every year, Palm* Studios seeks to recognize and celebrate 100 emerging photographers through a photo competition and accompanying exhibition. Aiming to reduce the photography field’s... by Maraya Fisher
Above the Fold Belgian designer Christian Wijnants revisits his favorite films during lockdown ...by Pedro Almodovar “As a teenager, I was fascinated by Almodovar’s loud and eccentric style and especially loved Jean Paul Gaultier’s costumes in the movie.”... by Ann Binlot
Above the Fold Lost joys found: What 19 Document contributors are rediscovering in isolation ...it is now and see how unjust the social system is and the harm this causes to all of us.” Come as You: Are The... by Document Journal
Above the Fold Fondazione Prada and Francesco Vezzoli bring our deepest existential questions to Instagram ...poll results, sharing their own creative contributions to interpret the existential perspectives of our communities alongside the uncertain conditions of our modern world. Drawing on... by Rachel Cheung
Above the Fold Artists for Humans, the underground initiative leveraging art to protect New York’s most vulnerable ...have the resources to personally donate—but what I did have was art and access to my community of artists.” Leveraging her network within the New... by Camille Sojit Pejcha
Above the Fold Meet the 23-year-old entrepreneur providing masks to communities in Gaza ...reality is that the circumstances are exponentially more grim in Gaza. Israel has given only 200 test kits (that’s 1 test kit per 10,000 people)... by Yasmin Ahram
Above the Fold Lucien Smith and Brad Phillips on the death of art world elitism ...last year. Smith has shifted from Cooper Union pseudo-prodigy to the leader of Serving the People (STP), an arts nonprofit complete that strives to “curate... by Allie Monck
Above the Fold Try your hand at making masks this weekend with UpWrap’s Amber Testino ...makers to participate in an affordable, eco-conscious effort with far-reaching impact. Here, the company provides Document with comprehensive instructions on how to make the masks,... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold Rare Birds: 4 Moncler Simone Rocha comes to life on ice Ice skaters Chiquita Limer and Jordan Bailey showcase the mysterious grace of the latest Moncler Genius collection... by Document Journal
Conversations Simone Rocha and Gwendoline Christie discuss the provocative power of brutal femininity ...always tinged with an eerie melancholy. The dreamy, vaporous silhouettes and the damned, romantic narratives are woven into her fabrics, collections, and collaborations. Her latest,... by Divya Bala
Above the Fold Sam Hellmann investigates social vulnerability in the corona era ...communicate, Hellmann said, “Although we are behind a screen, we are more vulnerable than ever.” As we explore this newfound vulnerability, these photos reach to... by Jordan Levy
Conversations Essayists Samantha Irby and Durga Chew-Bose find solace in memories and solitude ...New York Times review of her latest book, Wow, No Thank You, “Read Irby because she understands the mutinies of the body. She understands suffering... by Aaron Hicklin
Above the Fold Photographer Mateo Arciniegas captures a return to his Colombian homeland ...search for this new home. Leaving me questioning, can I ever feel like I really belong here? I began to wonder how people starting a... by Mateo Arciniegas
Above the Fold Edgar Heap of Birds reveals the profound importance of the collective ...gotten. We’ve always invested in our community. You gotta have that; I don’t know what else you can believe in. Caroline: When did you know... by Caroline Reagan
Above the Fold Art From Isolation: 11 Illustrators visualize our new dystopian reality ...from outer space. In Johnny Mnemonic, which is shot in the wake of the AIDS crisis, we see parallels drawn between technology as an extension... by Liana Blum
Conversations Earl Cave and Stuart Murdoch compare the soundtracks of their youths ...politics in today’s world, the idea of figuring out who you are, and having the freedom to do that, and Bagnold Summer captures this searching... by Aaron Hicklin
Above the Fold 4 essential quar walks for isolated It-girls ...who bought it. But the good news is art girls are art girls for a reason (creativity) and they’ve invented the new thirst trap: little... by Rachel Sennott