OMA Architect Shohei Shigematsu Speaks of Building Confidence with Critic Fred Bernstein
The OMA architect mulls over his Japanese identity and the changing architectural needs of art world with Fred Bernstein in Document's Spring / Summer 2017...
Literary giants Junot Díaz and Toni Morrison on their unwillingness to surrender
The Pulitzer Prize winning authors on the benefits of taking it slow
Whoopi Goldberg and Shayne Oliver laud being loud
Legendary EGOT winning Whoopi Goldberg and Hood by Air fashion designer Shayne Oliver chat about being unique identities.
Composers Paola Prestini and Philip Glass Talk Collaboration, Opera, and Kickstarter
Composers Paola Prestini and Philip Glass meet to discuss the struggles of being a rising musician, collaboration and finding new talent in Issue No. 8.
Jeweler Gaia Repossi and Artist Francesco Vezzoli Observe an Unexpected Sparkle
How does value inform our culture of dress? The artisans discuss evolving tastes in Document No. 9.
DeRay Mckesson and Bevy Smith On Social Championship and Black Identity
From Document No. 9, the activist and pop cultural arbiter discuss public service and life's calling.
Polymath Yvonne Rainer Discusses How She’s Remained Radical for 50 Years with RoseLee Goldberg
The pioneer of minimalism in dance and Performa founder RoseLee Goldberg reminisce about the old downtown, the 2016 election, and radicalism.
John Cale Muses on Poetry, Sobriety, and Hood By Air with Florence Welch
The legendary musicians spark an unlikely friendship in issue no. 9 of Document Journal.
Bjarne Melgaard and Glenn O’Brien on Why Art Should Alienate
To celebrate the release of Melgaard's self-titled monograph, Document presents a conversation between the artist and journalist Glenn O'Brien.
Douglas Crimp and Malik Gaines on Queer Liberation and the Decline of Radicalism
The cultural critic and artist discuss Crimp's new memoir "Before Pictures" in issue no. 9 of Document.
Hermès’s Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski Recalls Belgium And The Beauty Of Difference With Iconic Model Hannelore Knuts.
The creative director and model talk garage band merch, Antwerp pop culture, and the relationship between femininity and fashion.
Rebels In Their Own Disciplines, Shoe Designer Sandra Choi Discusses Uniformity And Hanging Jackson Pollocks With Artist Mat Collishaw
The designer and the artist discuss conformity, irreverence, and personal inspirations -- from Gerhard Richter to Louis XIV.
Architect and industrial designer Gaetano Pesce reflects on politics, pop culture, and the passing of time.
Gaetano Pesce elaborates upon the importance of liquidity, lightness, and minestrone soup to curator Hans-Ulrich Obrist.
Lanvin’s Lucas Ossendrijver speaks of space and the functionality of design with artist Oscar Tuazon.
The longtime friends met to discuss the craft of fashion and creating a place of one's own.
Artist Simon Denny speaks of research and his ever-expanding practice with curator Matt Williams
The pair discuss the intersections between Edward Snowden, Brexit, and blockchain technologies.
Tilda Swinton and Olivier Saillard on the Artistic Process
To mark the their fourth collaboration, the pair reflect on their past works and ongoing creative journey in Document No. 9.
David Adjaye and Lonnie G. Bunch III on the National Museum of African American Heritage and Culture
In No. 9, Document presents a special conversation from the new issue between the architect and curator, whose long-awaited museum just opened its doors.
Patricia Field and Missy Elliott reconnect about style and attraction.
As both women move on to new projects, their self-identities remain central. Good friends and shopping buddies, Elliott and Field chat about what’s next.
Jewelry designer Judy Blame and Kim Jones on treasure hunting, hoarding, and getting organized.
Judy Blame compares notes with Kim Jones on their extensive collections, and reminisces about their days clubbing
Documentary Practices: Quentin Bajac & LaToya Ruby Frazier
MoMA chief curator of photography Quentin Bajac and artist LaToya Ruby Frazier explore the role of photography.
Veronique Branquinho and Dirk Van Saene reflect on Antwerp, reinvention, and fashion’s exhausting pace
The collaborators discuss their hiatus from the fashion industry, women designing menswear, and breaking with the need for perfection.
Fashion in an Age of Technology
Sci-fi prophet noir William Gibson and the Met’s Andrew Bolton explore the future of fashion.
Grace Coddington on fashion’s evolution, renewal, and her third act
An icon of fashion since her days modelling for David Bailey, Grace Coddington speaks to Joe McKenna about moving onto new things.
Singer Anohni tackles speaking out, oppression, and subversion with composer Nico Muhly
The musical artists talk composition, American civic complicity, and "joyful expressions of rage."
Anthony Vaccarello on Discovering a New Life
Following his appointment as creative director for Saint Laurent, we revisit Anthony Vaccarello's profile from issue No. 6 with musician and actress Charlotte Gainsbourg.
Synth Pioneer Giorgio Moroder on the Big Moog, Studio 54, and Basslines with Deborah Harry
Synth pioneer Giorgio Moroder on the Big Moog, Studio 54, and basslines with queen of New Wave Deborah Harry.
Photographer and Director Willy Vanderperre Discuss His Premiere Short Film Naked Heartland
Photographer and director Willy Vanderperre discuss how adolescence and tragedy informed his premiere short film Naked Heartland with writer Alix Browne.
Belgian artist Jan Fabre on keeping audiences awake for 24 hours and passing fire to emerging artist
Boundary pushing Belgian artist Jan Fabre speaks with art curator Tim Goossens about what the passionate and uber-energetic master is cooking up in the future.
Andrea Rosen on the Passing of Time, Synaptic Experiences, and Cellphones with Miranda July
Andrea Rosen, of the Andrea Rosen Gallery, Skypes with performance artist, author and filmmaker Miranda July about her role in representing artists and raising children.
The Met’s Beatrice Galilee and architect Elizabeth Diller on new approaches to architecture
The Met’s Beatrice Galilee and architect Elizabeth Diller discuss exhibiting architecture in museums and architectures role in society in Issue No. 7.
Miuccia Prada Likes to Disturb
On the 20th anniversary of Fondazione Prada, and the opening of the Koolhaas designed museum in Milan, Miuccia Prada discusses why she likes to disturb.
Performa founder RoseLee Goldberg and artist Shirin Neshat reflect on the performance art biennial
Performance art maven RoseLee Goldberg meets Shirin Neshat at her downtown New York home and discuss taking risks and performance art’s place in art history.
Super teens Jack Andraka and Adora Svitak talk science fairs, educational reform, and Kim Kardashian
Super teens Jack Andraka and Adora Svitak chat about growing up in the internet spotlight, what confuses them, and—like any teen—Kim Kardashian West.
Actor Boyd Holbrook talks about his love for film with Dior Homme creative director Kris Van Assche
Boyd Holbrook and Kris Van Assche talk about their first encounter over a decade ago and what film means to them.
Powell-Peralta: An Oral History
George Powell and Stacy Peralta examine five decades in skateboarding, the Bones Brigade, and the future of their legendary brand for Document's Fall/Winter 2015 issue.
Video and performance visionary Charles Atlas speaks with young artist Stewart Uoo
Charles Atlas discusses developing the genre of video dance with Stewart Uoo in Issue No. 6.
HBA’s Shayne Oliver discusses the future of fashion with artist Rashaad Newsome
Hood by Air designer Shayne Oliver and mixed media artist Rashaad Newsome discuss Italian fashion, prisoners, and why Oliver shouldn’t be called a streetwear designer.
Sunset Tower’s maître d’ Dimitri Dimitrov in conversation with Tom Ford
Dmitri Dimitrov was recommended for his job at the Sunset Tower Hotel by Tom Ford. Ten years later they chat in Issue No. 6.
Lauren Cornell in Conversation with Cory Arcangel
Lauren Cornell, Curator and Associate Director of Technology Initiatives at the New Museum, chats with post-conceptual artist Cory Arcangel in Issue No. 6.
Adam Selman and Marc Balet on pattern making, film, and pushing past the limits
Designer Adam Selman meets with creative director Marc Balet in his loft in NoHo to chat about the stress of working two jobs, making it...
Peter Schlesinger’s visual diary
Artist Peter Schlesinger's photographs document an extraordinary life that intersected with some of the brightest names in the worlds of art, fashion, and society. Here,...
Trish Goff shares her real estate ambitions with celebrity hairstylist Oribe
Model and realtor Trish Goff tells Oribe, the celebrity hairstylist, how she began working in real estate and has never looked back.
Doug Abraham, aka @BessNYC4, Discusses Fashion and Controversy with Image Man Fabien Baron
Doug Abraham, owner of the Bess NYC clothing store in SoHo meets up with creative director extraordinaire Fabien Baron for Issue No. 5.
Keeping Timelessness Fresh—Indochine’s Jean-Marc Houmard Speaks With Athena Calderone
Since their meeting, both restauranteur Jean-Marc Houmard and interior designer Athena Calderone have grown and inspired each other in design, art, and food.
Juliette Binoche By Francesco Vezzoli
French actress Juliette Binoche and Italian artist Francesco Vezzoli take a deep dive into European cinema.
Marco De Vincenzo by Giulia Ruberti
Giulia Ruberti draws out the source of Marco de Vincenzo's constant evolution.
Gaspard Ulliel by Lucas Ossendrijver
Actor Gaspard Ulliel shares his creative practice with Lanvin menswear designer Lucas Ossendrijver.
Lady Bunny and Jimmy Paul on perfecting the art of hair and performance
Famed drag queen Lady Bunny and hairdresser Jimmy Paul cover wigstock, truck stop makeup touch-ups, and the hair related dangers of cab rides.
Stacy Martin By Verde Visconti
The pair discuss creative connection, protectiveness, and crossing over from acting to modeling.
