Art Arena and CULTURED Launch Inaugural Issue with Star-Studded Party at Felix
On October 9, 2026, Art Arena and CULTURED celebrated the launch of their first issue at Felix in New York, with Mickalene Thomas and Leah Faye Cooper serving as hosts. This 200-page publication focuses on the intersection of women in art and sports, showcasing cover star Lindsey Vonn, captured by photographer Sheree Hovsepian. The magazine features contributions from Faith Kipyegon, Naima Green, Emily Tisch Sussman, and Kevin Love, along with a special section on women competing in men's sports. Guests at the event included notable figures like Michi Jigarjian, Isolde Brielmaier, and musician Swizz Beatz. Attendees enjoyed a menu inspired by sports bar cuisine. The partnership will extend to culturedmag.com and Art Arena's Substack.
Key facts
- Art Arena and CULTURED launched their inaugural issue with a party at Felix in New York on October 9, 2026.
- The event was hosted by artist Mickalene Thomas and Art Arena guest editor Leah Faye Cooper.
- The 200-page collectible magazine spotlights women in art and sport.
- Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn is the cover star, photographed by Sheree Hovsepian.
- The issue features Faith Kipyegon, Naima Green, Emily Tisch Sussman, and Kevin Love.
- Attendees included Swizz Beatz, Legacy Russell, Bach Mai, and Yvonne Force Villareal.
- The collaboration will continue on culturedmag.com and Art Arena's Substack.
- The inaugural issue is available for purchase.
Entities
Artists
- Mickalene Thomas
- Leah Faye Cooper
- Sheree Hovsepian
- Sadie Barnette
- Bony Ramirez
- Adam Cohen
- Bach Mai
- Latham Thomas
- Kesha McLeod
- Victoria Brito
- Rajni Jacques
- Nacole Snoep
- Swizz Beatz
- Woldy Reyes
- Tara Thomas
- Legacy Russell
- Yvonne Force Villareal
- Lindsey Vonn
- Faith Kipyegon
- Naima Green
- Emily Tisch Sussman
- Kevin Love
- Michi Jigarjian
- Isolde Brielmaier
- Sarah Harrelson
- Ian Malone
- Dynasty Spurlock
- Ayinde Olukotun
- Ryan Adams
- Amanda Gillentine
- Stephanie Casimir
- Larissa Muehleder
- Ashley Baptiste
- Rennae Stubbs
- Monica McNutt
- Jorge Marron
- Andrew Gelwicks
- Jazmine Hughes
- Paige Bueckers
- Lindsay Kagawa Colas
Institutions
- Art Arena
- CULTURED
- Felix
- Gotham FC
- Work of Art Holdings
- New York Giants
- WNBA
Locations
- New York
- United States