pp. 12-17 – For the Sake of Art
Does culture still matter in a world where big money defines value? As the art market increasingly resembles the commodities trade, aesthetics can get lost. A report on the status quo.
by Dardis McNamee
p. 18-20 – Europe Still Needs Migrants
The current influx of refugees and migrants is an opportunity to offset the European Union’s aging demographics and labor shortages.
by Giles Merritt
p.26-27 – How to be a Bohemian in Vienna:
With lots of public funding programs, budding and established artists can keep starving to a minimum.
by Nina Prader
p.28-31 – Behind the Gallery Walls
Hosting a blockbuster art exhibition can be an extremely tricky affair, with insurance, transportation, and elaborate deals to be considered.
by Andrew Standen-Raz
p.32-33 – Conspiring with the Unknown
Former president of the European Research Council Helga Novotny advocates seeing uncertainty in a positive light, as an enabler of versatility in an ever-changing world.
by Rory McCluckie
p.40-41 –Scenes of Vienna: Politics Killed the Radio Star
As the ORF decides to sell off the historic Radiokulturhaus, supporters gather to protest and pay tribute to a great cultural institution.
by Andrew Standen-Raz
p.63-64 – Christmas Cabin Fever
Only accessible by cable car, Zettersfeld is a gem of a ski resort in the Dolemites.
by Christian Cummins