In this episode of The Compendium, we dive into the hilarious and dramatic saga of Anish Kapoor vs Stuart Semple: The Art World’s Pettiest Feud. It’s a story about the world’s blackest black, the brightest pink, and a feud that rocked the art world. Discover how exclusivity and artistic activism collided when Kapoor claimed the rights to Vantablack, sparking Semple’s colourful counterattack with Pinkest Pink. From petty antics to groundbreaking art innovation, this episode explores the ongoing battle for inclusivity, creativity, and, of course, the blackest black paint.

We give you the Compendium, but if you want more, then check out these great resources:

1. The Pinkest Pink Paint – Culture Hustle
2. Vantablack Explained – Surrey NanoSystems
3. Anish Kapoor’s Cloud Gate – Art Institute Chicago
4. The Story of Black 4.0 – Stuart Semple’s YouTube Channel
5. The Feud That Shaped Modern Art Activism – ArtNet

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