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Founder and President Nino Simone and newly sworn-in Mayor of Beverly Hills Sharona Nazarian at the annual Awards Gala, held for the first time ever at The Beverly Hilton on Sunday.
Notable Attendees for the six-day fest included Kevin Smith, Jesse Metcalfe, Eric Roberts, Haley Joel Osment, Ann-Margaret, Beau Bridges, Tricia Helfer, Frances Fisher, Amy Yasbeck, Jack Wright, Tyler Posey, Alessandra Williams, Arielle Raycene, Emile Hirsch & more.
The 25th Annual Beverly Hills International Film Festival® (BHFF) concluded its landmark season with a historic moment: a special proclamation bestowed by newly sworn-in Mayor of Beverly Hills Sharona Nazarian at the annual Awards Gala, held for the first time ever at The Beverly Hilton on Sunday. Learn more. ▶︎ •၊၊||၊|။||||။၊|•
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25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BEVERLY HILLS FILM FESTIVAL®
Notable Attendees for the six-day fest included Kevin Smith, Jesse Metcalfe, Eric Roberts, Haley Joel Osment, Ann-Margaret, Beau Bridges, Tricia Helfer, Frances Fisher, Amy Yasbeck, Jack Wright, Tyler Posey, Alessandra Williams, Arielle Raycene, Emile Hirsch & more
25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BEVERLY HILLS FILM FESTIVAL®
A round of applause to guests, including celebrities, filmmakers, writers, actors, and actresses, as well as sponsors!
Everyone looked absolutely stunning!
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Global Sales: In 2024, global art market sales reached an estimated USD 57.5 billion, reflecting a 12% decrease year-on-year as the market continued to recalibrate following its post-pandemic resurgence in 2021 and 2022. While buying and selling was more reserved at the high end, the broader landscape remained dynamic, with resilience in lower-priced segments fostering a more diverse market ecosystem. Learn more.
In the Spring of 2025, the Fondation Louis Vuitton is inviting David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, to take over the entire building for an exhibition that will be exceptional in its scale and its originality.
The exhibition, which is being held from 9 April to 31 August 2025, brings together more than 400 of his works (from 1955 to 2025) including paintings from international, institutional, and private collections, as well as works from the artist’s own studio and Foundation. There are works in a variety of media including oil and acrylic painting, ink, pencil and charcoal drawing, digital art (works on iPhone, iPad, photographic drawings…) and immersive video installations. Learn more.
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MoMA, the Museum of Modern Art announced an innovative slate of fall 2023–winter 2024 acquisitions, exhibitions, and artist collaborations that encourage new thinking about human and machine intelligence, creativity, and the potential of art and technology to reshape our physical and digital worlds. Read→
JAMIE NELSON, with her colorful, over-the-top, iconic imagery, photographer Jamie Nelson blurs the lines between commercial, art and editorial worlds. Often referencing vintage culture, Nelson time-warps the viewer to a simpler era, to provide a sense of freedom from the current cultural climate. As a female photographer, Nelson conveys a shocking sensuality that uplifts, rather than objectifies, her models. Nelson draws on a range of influences from photographer Guy Bourdin to filmmaker Federico Fellini—as well as movements such as punk music, vintage clothing, and motorcycle culture. Read→
Reuniting nearly thirty works made on market street, venice beach between 1982 and 1984. I knew about Jean-Michel as a child, long before realizing we were related. I was captivated by Interview Magazine and the stunning Richard Bernstein covers, and, by the age of 11, I had already begun collecting them. The name Jean-Michel Basquiat frequently appeared on its pages, and our resemblance was striking. Read→
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Take a look back through at our glamorous moments that could only happen at the ACCA Events. As the only art magazine in Beverly Hills, ACCA JOURNAL is dedicated to archiving all of our events, creating a lasting legacy of the incredible moments we've shared together. Years from now, you'll be able to look back and see yourself as part of the history we've made together. Watch video.
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In this February issue of ACCA Journal, Frieze Los Angeles takes center stage as we explore the essential relationship between artists and collectors. This special issue honors the collectors who serve as patrons and champions of creativity, providing artists with the support and recognition they need to thrive. Read the Issue. Purchase the Issue.
"Hong Bo’s most recent inkworks, the “Being and Non-Being” series, moves the artist from the specific places and structures of traditional landscape, Eastern and Western, towards a more sensuous understanding of how painters paint space. In one sense, Hong Bo is rediscovering Impressionism all over again, for himself. But he is rediscovering Impressionism for our eyes as well" ~ Peter Frank. Learn more.
“BALLET SURREALIST PHOTOGRAPHIC PAINTINGS”
BY LANCE CHANG
The highly-anticipated exclusive event and reality TV series, proudly announces its resounding success following a spectacular evening of art, beauty, and fine dining. The exclusive event, played host to a veritable who's who of high-profile guests, including prominent real estate developers. The exhibition, inspired by the enchanting world of Balletcore, provided an immersive experience that seamlessly blended art, fashion, and culture. Learn more.
As a trendsetter in the beauty industry, Britney Tokyo's influence extends far beyond the realm of nail art. Her designs have been featured in top music videos and fashion publications, including ACCA JOURNAL Beverly Hills and Harper's Bazaar Vietnam, among others. Learn more.
Victoria, born in Berlin, Germany, is an international speaker, model, and fempreneur. In 2019, she moved to Los Angeles and Miami to follow her American dream. Learn more
Dr. K.A. Paul was joined on by influential figures at the Global Peace Summit and Awards in Beverly Hills on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Eeach uniting to help amplify his message of global peace and change. Left to Right: Queen Nak, Victoria Jancke, Dr. KA Paul, Maya Ito, Sir Laurent Khaiat, Sandra Costa, and Sara Kazimi along many more... Learn more.
The ACCA JOURNAL Beverly Hills Preview welcomed visionaries worldwide. The event united artists, influencers, and collectors for an exclusive evening of cocktails and exhibition viewing, featuring special guests from the fashion world. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MAGAZINE ART PARTY.
The ACCA JOURNAL MIAMI ART/fashion 2024 edition preview in Miami is now over. Thank you to our community in Miami for such a great support, and we’ll see you soon in LOS ANGELES for the ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MAGAZINE ART PARTY.
On a scale of 1 to 8 how happy are you right now on average, where 1= seriously not happy and 8 is unconditionally happy…happy no matter what the conditions of life are around you. Learn more.
The Hotel is perfectly positioned to feature three of Richard Orlinski’s sculptures. Eight additional sculptures are unveiled along the iconic Rodeo Drive – from Santa Monica Blvd to Wilshire Blvd - for visitors and residents to view through November 2024. Learn more.
Melissa came to Los Angeles after college with aspirations of becoming an actress. Steve had just finished his rigorous training to become a plastic surgeon and was starting his practice. Learn more.
Georges N. Chamchoum, a Lebanese-born film director and producer, has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. With a career spanning over five decades, he has directed and produced over 40 feature films across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the USA. Chamchoum's films are known for their social and political undertones, infused with a Hollywood flair. Learn more.
CELEBRITY SPOTLIGHT
His victory in thе ABC TV show "Claim to Famе, " hostеd by thе Jonas Brothеrs, marks another milеstonе in his multifacеtеd carееr.
Gabriеl Cannon, a multifacеtеd artist, and mеntor, has craftеd a rеmarkablе journey, intеrtwining his passions for music, acting, and community work. Born and raised in North Carolina, Gabriеl found his еarly inspiration in the vibrant rhythms of his surroundings and the artistic footstеps of his brothеr, Nick Cannon. This еarly еxposurе to crеativity and pеrformancе sparkеd a flamе that would guidе his path for yеars to comе.
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