Maya Pontone – Hyperallergic https://hyperallergic.com/author/maya-pontone/ Sensitive to Art & its Discontents Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:14:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hyperallergic-newspack.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2020/11/cropped-Hyperallergic-favicon-100x100.png Maya Pontone – Hyperallergic https://hyperallergic.com/author/maya-pontone/ 32 32 118955609 Amy Sherald’s Sublime Portraits of Black Americans Head to NYC  https://hyperallergic.com/990613/amy-sherald-sublime-portraits-of-black-americans-head-to-whitney-museum-nyc/ https://hyperallergic.com/990613/amy-sherald-sublime-portraits-of-black-americans-head-to-whitney-museum-nyc/#respond Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:46 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=990613 Nearly 50 paintings by the artist will go on view at the Whitney Museum of American Art starting April 9. ]]>

Nearly 50 paintings by the artist will go on view at the Whitney Museum of American Art starting April 9.

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Australia’s Gold Lion Winners “Appalled” by Decision to Drop Khaled Sabsabi   https://hyperallergic.com/990750/australia-venice-biennale-gold-lion-winners-appalled-by-decision-to-drop-khaled-sabsabi/ https://hyperallergic.com/990750/australia-venice-biennale-gold-lion-winners-appalled-by-decision-to-drop-khaled-sabsabi/#respond Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:50:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=990750 Artist Archie Moore and curator Ellie Buttrose called for reinstating the artist and curator originally selected for the 2026 pavilion. ]]>

Artist Archie Moore and curator Ellie Buttrose called for reinstating the artist and curator originally selected for the 2026 pavilion.

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Trans Rights Groups Protest Scrubbed Stonewall Monument Website https://hyperallergic.com/990547/trans-rights-groups-protest-scrubbed-stonewall-monument-website/ https://hyperallergic.com/990547/trans-rights-groups-protest-scrubbed-stonewall-monument-website/#respond Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:27:18 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=990547 The National Park Service removed references to trans and queer people from its website describing the historic 1969 uprising, including the “T” and “Q” in “LGBTQ+.” ]]>

The National Park Service removed references to trans and queer people from its website describing the historic 1969 uprising, including the “T” and “Q” in “LGBTQ+.”

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Luis Barragán’s Pink Equestrian Estate to Become a Public Arts Hub https://hyperallergic.com/987258/luis-barragan-pink-equestrian-estate-to-become-a-public-arts-hub/ https://hyperallergic.com/987258/luis-barragan-pink-equestrian-estate-to-become-a-public-arts-hub/#comments Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:59:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=987258 La Cuadra San Cristóbal in northwest Mexico City is considered a masterwork by the architect, featuring many elements of his signature style. ]]>

La Cuadra San Cristóbal in northwest Mexico City is considered a masterwork by the architect, featuring many elements of his signature style.

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Philip Guston Mural Warning Against Fascism Restored in Mexico https://hyperallergic.com/989583/philip-guston-mural-warning-against-fascism-restored-in-mexico/ https://hyperallergic.com/989583/philip-guston-mural-warning-against-fascism-restored-in-mexico/#comments Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:59:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=989583 “The Struggle Against Terrorism” (1934–35) was originally met with mixed reactions and censored for decades.]]>

“The Struggle Against Terrorism” (1934–35) was originally met with mixed reactions and censored for decades.

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Australia’s Decision to Drop Its Venice Biennale Artist Ignites Uproar  https://hyperallergic.com/990056/australia-decision-to-drop-its-venice-biennale-artist-ignites-uproar/ https://hyperallergic.com/990056/australia-decision-to-drop-its-venice-biennale-artist-ignites-uproar/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:55:25 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=990056 Several senior arts officials have resigned in solidarity with Lebanese-Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi.]]>

Several senior arts officials have resigned in solidarity with Lebanese-Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi.

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Historical Maps to the Heart Help Chart Your Way to Love https://hyperallergic.com/988763/historical-maps-to-the-heart-help-you-chart-your-way-to-love/ https://hyperallergic.com/988763/historical-maps-to-the-heart-help-you-chart-your-way-to-love/#respond Thu, 13 Feb 2025 23:13:28 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=988763 Why bother with the so-called Gulf of America when you can dip in the Bay of Bliss or Cape Content?]]>

Why bother with the so-called Gulf of America when you can dip in the Bay of Bliss or Cape Content?

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Why Did Australia Abruptly Ditch Its Venice Biennale Artist and Curator? https://hyperallergic.com/989811/why-did-australia-abruptly-ditch-its-venice-biennale-artist-and-curator/ https://hyperallergic.com/989811/why-did-australia-abruptly-ditch-its-venice-biennale-artist-and-curator/#comments Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:20:50 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=989811 It took only one week for the country to find a reason to disqualify Lebanese-born artist Khaled Sabsabi. ]]>

It took only one week for the country to find a reason to disqualify Lebanese-born artist Khaled Sabsabi.

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Brent Sikkema’s Husband Charged With Hiring His Killer https://hyperallergic.com/989426/brent-sikkema-husband-charged-with-hiring-his-killer/ https://hyperallergic.com/989426/brent-sikkema-husband-charged-with-hiring-his-killer/#respond Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:04:52 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=989426 The New York dealer was found dead by stabbing over a year ago. ]]>

The New York dealer was found dead by stabbing over a year ago.

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Thousands Call on Christie’s to Nix AI Art Auction https://hyperallergic.com/989344/thousands-call-on-christies-to-nix-ai-art-auction/ https://hyperallergic.com/989344/thousands-call-on-christies-to-nix-ai-art-auction/#respond Tue, 11 Feb 2025 22:26:01 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=989344 An open letter alleges that many of the artworks in the auction were “created using AI models that are known to be trained on copyrighted work without a license.” ]]>

An open letter alleges that many of the artworks in the auction were “created using AI models that are known to be trained on copyrighted work without a license.”

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Documenta Adopts Widely Criticized Definition of Antisemitism https://hyperallergic.com/988255/documenta-adopts-widely-criticized-definition-of-antisemitism/ https://hyperallergic.com/988255/documenta-adopts-widely-criticized-definition-of-antisemitism/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:21:54 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=988255 The embattled organization’s new code of conduct effectively stifles scrutiny of the Israeli state. ]]>

The embattled organization’s new code of conduct effectively stifles scrutiny of the Israeli state.

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Why Is There an Ancient Rome Researcher on Musk’s DOGE Staff? https://hyperallergic.com/988091/why-is-there-an-ancient-rome-researcher-on-elon-musk-doge-staff/ https://hyperallergic.com/988091/why-is-there-an-ancient-rome-researcher-on-elon-musk-doge-staff/#comments Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:30:49 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=988091 Luke Farritor, who used AI to decode a Greco-Roman scroll from Pompeii, is reportedly part of the team leading Musk’s chaotic takeover of government systems.   ]]>

Luke Farritor, who used AI to decode a Greco-Roman scroll from Pompeii, is reportedly part of the team leading Musk’s chaotic takeover of government systems.  

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US Holocaust Memorial Museum Board Member Calls Gazans “Fundamentally Evil” https://hyperallergic.com/987778/us-holocaust-memorial-council-member-says-gazans-are-fundamentally-evil/ https://hyperallergic.com/987778/us-holocaust-memorial-council-member-says-gazans-are-fundamentally-evil/#comments Mon, 03 Feb 2025 22:08:34 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=987778 In an editorial, Martin Oliner encouraged other countries to support Trump in “making Gaza great again.” ]]>

In an editorial, Martin Oliner encouraged other countries to support Trump in “making Gaza great again.”

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Museums Scramble to Grasp Impact of Trump’s DEI Mandate https://hyperallergic.com/987131/museums-scramble-to-grasp-impact-of-trump-dei-mandate/ https://hyperallergic.com/987131/museums-scramble-to-grasp-impact-of-trump-dei-mandate/#comments Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:36:36 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=987131 Widespread uncertainty pervades as institutions either roll back initiatives or try to determine whether their programs are in compliance. ]]>

Widespread uncertainty pervades as institutions either roll back initiatives or try to determine whether their programs are in compliance.

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Three Suspects Arrested in Connection With Dutch Museum Heist https://hyperallergic.com/986597/three-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-dutch-museum-heist/ https://hyperallergic.com/986597/three-suspects-arrested-in-connection-with-dutch-museum-heist/#respond Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:57:05 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=986597 Thieves used explosives to break into the Drents Museum and stole four ancient gold artifacts on display. ]]>

Thieves used explosives to break into the Drents Museum and stole four ancient gold artifacts on display.

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Artist Graham Nickson, Who Led New York Studio School, Dies at 78 https://hyperallergic.com/986583/artist-graham-nickson-who-led-new-york-studio-school-dies/ https://hyperallergic.com/986583/artist-graham-nickson-who-led-new-york-studio-school-dies/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:13:16 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=986583 A galvanizing arts educator and accomplished painter, Nickson is also remembered for his fervent belief in the discipline of drawing.]]>

A galvanizing arts educator and accomplished painter, Nickson is also remembered for his fervent belief in the discipline of drawing.

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Smithsonian Institution to Shutter Diversity Offices https://hyperallergic.com/986411/smithsonian-institution-to-shutter-diversity-offices/ https://hyperallergic.com/986411/smithsonian-institution-to-shutter-diversity-offices/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:13:45 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=986411 In a staff-wide email, the organization said it was complying with Trump’s executive order banning federally funded diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.]]>

In a staff-wide email, the organization said it was complying with Trump’s executive order banning federally funded diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

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Artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Who Bore Witness to Native Life, Dies at 85 https://hyperallergic.com/986266/artist-jaune-quick-to-see-smith-who-bore-witness-to-native-life-dies-at-85/ https://hyperallergic.com/986266/artist-jaune-quick-to-see-smith-who-bore-witness-to-native-life-dies-at-85/#comments Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:27:50 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=986266 Her five-decade oeuvre is an intimate visual lexicon that bridges personal memories and joyful resilience. ]]>

Her five-decade oeuvre is an intimate visual lexicon that bridges personal memories and joyful resilience.

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Thieves Blast Open Dutch Museum Entrance and Steal Gold Pieces https://hyperallergic.com/985969/thieves-blast-open-dutch-museum-entrance-and-steal-gold-pieces/ https://hyperallergic.com/985969/thieves-blast-open-dutch-museum-entrance-and-steal-gold-pieces/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2025 22:01:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=985969 Three ancient Dacian bracelets and a gold helmet from 450 BCE were among the artifacts taken from the Drents Museum.]]>

Three ancient Dacian bracelets and a gold helmet from 450 BCE were among the artifacts taken from the Drents Museum.

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Trump Call for “Traditional” Buildings Could Stifle Innovation, Architects Say https://hyperallergic.com/985660/trump-call-for-traditional-buildings-could-stifle-innovation-architects-say/ https://hyperallergic.com/985660/trump-call-for-traditional-buildings-could-stifle-innovation-architects-say/#comments Sun, 26 Jan 2025 20:59:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=985660 The President issued a memo reviving his controversial 2020 ordinance limiting government structures to the “classical” styles. ]]>

The President issued a memo reviving his controversial 2020 ordinance limiting government structures to the “classical” styles.

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National Gallery of Art Ends Diversity Programs https://hyperallergic.com/985640/national-gallery-of-art-ends-diversity-programs/ https://hyperallergic.com/985640/national-gallery-of-art-ends-diversity-programs/#comments Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:05:20 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=985640 The museum says it is complying with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump.]]>

The museum says it is complying with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump.

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A New Movement to Free Social Media From Oligarchs https://hyperallergic.com/985244/a-new-movement-to-free-social-media-from-oligarchs/ https://hyperallergic.com/985244/a-new-movement-to-free-social-media-from-oligarchs/#respond Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:53:48 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=985244 The Free Our Feeds campaign, launched by a group of tech entrepreneurs, aims to put digital platforms back in the hands of users. ]]>

The Free Our Feeds campaign, launched by a group of tech entrepreneurs, aims to put digital platforms back in the hands of users.

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Jo Baer, Painter of “Radical Figuration,” Dies at 95 https://hyperallergic.com/985060/jo-baer-painter-of-radical-figuration-dies-at-95/ https://hyperallergic.com/985060/jo-baer-painter-of-radical-figuration-dies-at-95/#respond Wed, 22 Jan 2025 22:57:47 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=985060 “There was an awful lot going on in the world, and I didn’t just want to sit there and draw straight lines,” the artist said of her turn away from abstraction. ]]>

“There was an awful lot going on in the world, and I didn’t just want to sit there and draw straight lines,” the artist said of her turn away from abstraction.

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Former Museum Director Accused of Basquiat Forgery Scheme Dies at 59 https://hyperallergic.com/984747/aaron-de-groft-former-museum-director-accused-of-basquiat-forgery-scheme-dies-at-59/ https://hyperallergic.com/984747/aaron-de-groft-former-museum-director-accused-of-basquiat-forgery-scheme-dies-at-59/#respond Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:31:55 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=984747 Aaron de Groft’s career as curator and director of Florida arts institutions was eclipsed by the 2022 exhibition of fake works. ]]>

Aaron de Groft’s career as curator and director of Florida arts institutions was eclipsed by the 2022 exhibition of fake works. 

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Artists Decry Apexart’s Postponement of Palestinian Art Show https://hyperallergic.com/984223/artists-decry-apexart-postponement-of-palestinian-art-show/ https://hyperallergic.com/984223/artists-decry-apexart-postponement-of-palestinian-art-show/#comments Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:01:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=984223 When participants modified an exhibition text to include Israel’s attacks on Gaza, the nonprofit asked them to “rework the essay to include both sides of the argument.”]]>

When participants modified an exhibition text to include Israel’s attacks on Gaza, the nonprofit asked them to “rework the essay to include both sides of the argument.”

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When Elizabeth Catlett Sculpted Martin Luther King Jr. https://hyperallergic.com/983661/when-elizabeth-catlett-sculpted-martin-luther-king-jr/ https://hyperallergic.com/983661/when-elizabeth-catlett-sculpted-martin-luther-king-jr/#respond Sun, 19 Jan 2025 21:01:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=983661 The bronze bust, newly acquired by the San Francisco Fine Arts Museums, is now on public view for the first time since its creation.]]>

The bronze bust, newly acquired by the San Francisco Fine Arts Museums, is now on public view for the first time since its creation.

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The Moon Listed Among 2025’s Most Endangered Sites https://hyperallergic.com/983407/the-moon-listed-among-2025-most-endangered-sites/ https://hyperallergic.com/983407/the-moon-listed-among-2025-most-endangered-sites/#respond Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:17:12 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=983407 Gaza, the Qhapaq Ñan Andean road system, and more are also included on the World Monuments Watch's list of threatened cultural heritage. ]]>

Gaza, the Qhapaq Ñan Andean road system, and more are also included on the World Monuments Watch's list of threatened cultural heritage.

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The Black School Adopts a More Sustainable Funding Model https://hyperallergic.com/983243/the-black-school-adopts-a-more-sustainable-funding-model/ https://hyperallergic.com/983243/the-black-school-adopts-a-more-sustainable-funding-model/#respond Mon, 13 Jan 2025 22:22:24 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=983243 The experimental art organization hopes a new monthly donation program will make it less dependent on institutional support and more self-sufficient. ]]>

The experimental art organization hopes a new monthly donation program will make it less dependent on institutional support and more self-sufficient.

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Civil Rights Activist Ida B. Wells Honored on US Quarter https://hyperallergic.com/981277/civil-rights-activist-ida-b-wells-honored-on-us-quarter/ https://hyperallergic.com/981277/civil-rights-activist-ida-b-wells-honored-on-us-quarter/#respond Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:41:41 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=981277 The trailblazing journalist, educator, and advocate is the 16th woman recognized on the coin.]]>

The trailblazing journalist, educator, and advocate is the 16th woman recognized on the coin.

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A Running List of Resources to Help Artists Impacted by LA Fires https://hyperallergic.com/982774/a-running-list-of-resources-to-help-artists-impacted-by-la-fires/ https://hyperallergic.com/982774/a-running-list-of-resources-to-help-artists-impacted-by-la-fires/#respond Fri, 10 Jan 2025 21:37:28 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=982774 From fundraisers to mutual aid drives and emergency grants, there are many ways to find support and help those affected by the blazes. ]]>

From fundraisers to mutual aid drives and emergency grants, there are many ways to find support and help those affected by the blazes.

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Find Awe and Inspiration in Thousands of Public Domain Artworks https://hyperallergic.com/982346/find-awe-and-inspiration-in-thousands-of-public-domain-artworks/ https://hyperallergic.com/982346/find-awe-and-inspiration-in-thousands-of-public-domain-artworks/#respond Fri, 10 Jan 2025 20:04:02 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=982346 The Public Domain Review’s new online archive compiles beloved and little-known illustrations, photographs, and many more images to remix and reuse. ]]>

The Public Domain Review’s new online archive compiles beloved and little-known illustrations, photographs, and many more images to remix and reuse.

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“It Looks Like a Bomb Exploded”: LA Artists Grapple With Loss as Fires Rage https://hyperallergic.com/982535/it-looks-like-a-bomb-exploded-la-artists-grapple-with-loss-as-fires-rage/ https://hyperallergic.com/982535/it-looks-like-a-bomb-exploded-la-artists-grapple-with-loss-as-fires-rage/#respond Thu, 09 Jan 2025 20:28:42 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=982535 “I literally only have the clothes I’m wearing, but that’s the same story as thousands of others,” artist Amir Nikravan told Hyperallergic. ]]>

“I literally only have the clothes I’m wearing, but that’s the same story as thousands of others,” artist Amir Nikravan told Hyperallergic.

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Wax Figure of Benjamin Netanyahu Targeted in Mexico City https://hyperallergic.com/982199/wax-figure-of-benjamin-netanyahu-targeted-in-mexico-city/ https://hyperallergic.com/982199/wax-figure-of-benjamin-netanyahu-targeted-in-mexico-city/#respond Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:15:10 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=982199 A protester defaced the sculpture of the Israeli prime minister on view at the local wax museum, shouting “Viva Palestina, viva Sudan, viva Yemen, viva Puerto Rico, viva Tigray.” ]]>

A protester defaced the sculpture of the Israeli prime minister on view at the local wax museum, shouting “Viva Palestina, viva Sudan, viva Yemen, viva Puerto Rico, viva Tigray.”

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Canadian Pop Artist and AIDS Activist Joe Average Dies at 67 https://hyperallergic.com/981998/canadian-pop-artist-and-aids-activist-joe-average-dies-at-67/ https://hyperallergic.com/981998/canadian-pop-artist-and-aids-activist-joe-average-dies-at-67/#respond Tue, 07 Jan 2025 22:20:54 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=981998 His HIV diagnosis in 1985 drove him to dedicate his life to his art, distinct for its prismatic color scheme and inspiring messages.]]>

His HIV diagnosis in 1985 drove him to dedicate his life to his art, distinct for its prismatic color scheme and inspiring messages.

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Rita Blitt on the Lifelong Art of Creating https://hyperallergic.com/977078/rita-blitt-on-the-lifelong-art-of-creating/ https://hyperallergic.com/977078/rita-blitt-on-the-lifelong-art-of-creating/#respond Wed, 25 Dec 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=977078 The Midwestern painter, who developed an Abstract Expressionist practice away from New York's buzzy circles, is now in her 90s and defying expectations of what an artist should be.]]>

The Midwestern painter, who developed an Abstract Expressionist practice away from New York's buzzy circles, is now in her 90s and defying expectations of what an artist should be.

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Steven Englander, Visionary Director of ABC No Rio, Dies at 63 https://hyperallergic.com/975729/steven-englander-visionary-director-of-abc-no-rio-dies-at-63/ https://hyperallergic.com/975729/steven-englander-visionary-director-of-abc-no-rio-dies-at-63/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:02:18 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=975729 Known for his collaborative spirit, Englander helped secure the Lower East Side nonprofit’s property for a dollar after decades of eviction threats from the city.]]>

Known for his collaborative spirit, Englander helped secure the Lower East Side nonprofit’s property for a dollar after decades of eviction threats from the city.

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Louise Bourgeois’s Iconic Spider Returning to Tate Modern https://hyperallergic.com/974579/louise-bourgeois-iconic-spider-returning-to-tate-modern/ https://hyperallergic.com/974579/louise-bourgeois-iconic-spider-returning-to-tate-modern/#respond Mon, 16 Dec 2024 22:34:33 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=974579 “Maman” will go on view at the London museum where it made its debut as part of the institution’s 25th anniversary celebrations next year.]]>

“Maman” will go on view at the London museum where it made its debut as part of the institution’s 25th anniversary celebrations next year.

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Leonardo da Vinci’s Surreptitious Scents https://hyperallergic.com/971468/leonardo-da-vinci-surreptitious-scents/ https://hyperallergic.com/971468/leonardo-da-vinci-surreptitious-scents/#respond Sun, 15 Dec 2024 21:04:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=971468 A new catalog invites us into the artist’s interest in smell and the role of perfumes during the Renaissance, with bonus recipes for those with a nose for fragrance.]]>

A new catalog invites us into the artist’s interest in smell and the role of perfumes during the Renaissance, with bonus recipes for those with a nose for fragrance.

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Nikki Giovanni, “Princess of Black Poetry,” Dies at 81 https://hyperallergic.com/974149/nikki-giovanni-princess-of-black-poetry-dies-at-81/ https://hyperallergic.com/974149/nikki-giovanni-princess-of-black-poetry-dies-at-81/#respond Wed, 11 Dec 2024 22:57:50 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=974149 A key figure of the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s and ’70s, the poet and activist is celebrated for her illuminating works touching on race, gender, and politics.]]>

A key figure of the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s and ’70s, the poet and activist is celebrated for her illuminating works touching on race, gender, and politics.

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Met Museum Unveils Design for New Modern and Contemporary Art Wing https://hyperallergic.com/973667/met-museum-unveils-design-for-new-modern-and-contemporary-art-wing/ https://hyperallergic.com/973667/met-museum-unveils-design-for-new-modern-and-contemporary-art-wing/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:24:51 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=973667 Mexican architect Frida Escobedo’s vision for the Tang Wing will expand the museum’s exhibition spaces by nearly 50%. ]]>

Mexican architect Frida Escobedo’s vision for the Tang Wing will expand the museum’s exhibition spaces by nearly 50%.

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A Lenape Craft Fair Debuts at Brooklyn’s Prospect Park https://hyperallergic.com/973506/a-lenape-craft-fair-debuts-at-brooklyn-prospect-park/ https://hyperallergic.com/973506/a-lenape-craft-fair-debuts-at-brooklyn-prospect-park/#respond Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:36:30 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=973506 The inaugural Eenda-Lunaapeewahkiing Indigenous Culture Fair was a site-situated celebration of Lenape history, culture, and artisanship. ]]>

The inaugural Eenda-Lunaapeewahkiing Indigenous Culture Fair was a site-situated celebration of Lenape history, culture, and artisanship.

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Venice Biennale Names Koyo Kouoh as Its New Curator https://hyperallergic.com/972048/venice-biennale-names-koyo-kouoh-as-its-new-curator/ https://hyperallergic.com/972048/venice-biennale-names-koyo-kouoh-as-its-new-curator/#respond Wed, 04 Dec 2024 22:39:18 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=972048 The Cameroonian curator, who leads the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, was named the artistic director of the international exhibition’s 2026 edition.]]>

The Cameroonian curator, who leads the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, was named the artistic director of the international exhibition’s 2026 edition.

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Carrying On the Legacy of Trailblazing Curator Maurice Berger https://hyperallergic.com/971798/carrying-on-the-legacy-of-trailblazing-curator-maurice-berger-umbc/ https://hyperallergic.com/971798/carrying-on-the-legacy-of-trailblazing-curator-maurice-berger-umbc/#respond Tue, 03 Dec 2024 22:16:42 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=971798 A new program fund at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County continues Berger’s work at the intersection of race, social justice, and visual culture. ]]>

A new program fund at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County continues Berger’s work at the intersection of race, social justice, and visual culture.

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Meet the Recipients of the 2024 Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant https://hyperallergic.com/970094/meet-the-recipients-of-the-2024-warhol-foundation-arts-writers-grant/ https://hyperallergic.com/970094/meet-the-recipients-of-the-2024-warhol-foundation-arts-writers-grant/#respond Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=970094 Hyperallergic contributors including former News Editor Jasmine Weber are among this year’s grantees.]]>

Hyperallergic contributors including former News Editor Jasmine Weber are among this year’s grantees.

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10 New Art Spaces to Visit in New York City https://hyperallergic.com/946555/10-new-art-spaces-to-visit-in-new-york-city/ https://hyperallergic.com/946555/10-new-art-spaces-to-visit-in-new-york-city/#respond Sun, 01 Dec 2024 21:04:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=946555 An artist-run exhibition program, a Lower East Side gallery’s Chelsea outpost, and other recently opened art spots to add to your itinerary.]]>

An artist-run exhibition program, a Lower East Side gallery’s Chelsea outpost, and other recently opened art spots to add to your itinerary.

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600+ Works by Met Workers Go on View in Largest-Ever Staff Show https://hyperallergic.com/969864/over-600-works-by-met-museum-workers-go-on-view-in-largest-ever-staff-show/ https://hyperallergic.com/969864/over-600-works-by-met-museum-workers-go-on-view-in-largest-ever-staff-show/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:40:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=969864 The exhibition is part of a biannual Met tradition since 1935. ]]>

The exhibition is part of a biannual Met tradition since 1935.

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Venice Biennale Sees Second-Highest Turnout in Its History https://hyperallergic.com/969388/venice-biennale-2024-sees-second-highest-turnout-in-its-history/ https://hyperallergic.com/969388/venice-biennale-2024-sees-second-highest-turnout-in-its-history/#respond Mon, 25 Nov 2024 22:33:19 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=969388 This year’s edition drew over half a million visitors, still fewer than its 2022 edition.]]>

This year’s edition drew over half a million visitors, still fewer than its 2022 edition.

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Yto Barrada to Represent France at Next Venice Biennale https://hyperallergic.com/968787/yto-barrada-to-represent-france-at-next-venice-biennale/ https://hyperallergic.com/968787/yto-barrada-to-represent-france-at-next-venice-biennale/#respond Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:02:00 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=968787 The French-Moroccan artist is known for poignant works exploring border communities, migration, climate change, and cross-cultural dialogue. ]]>

The French-Moroccan artist is known for poignant works exploring border communities, migration, climate change, and cross-cultural dialogue.

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Chicano Art Patron Cheech Marin Gets Life-Sized Bronze Statue https://hyperallergic.com/968412/chicano-art-patron-cheech-marin-gets-life-sized-bronze-statue/ https://hyperallergic.com/968412/chicano-art-patron-cheech-marin-gets-life-sized-bronze-statue/#respond Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:32:55 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=968412 Artist Ignacio Gómez’s sculpture depicts Cheech with open arms in a gesture of warm welcome to visitors outside his namesake arts center.]]>

Artist Ignacio Gómez’s sculpture depicts Cheech with open arms in a gesture of warm welcome to visitors outside his namesake arts center.

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Italian Authorities Seize Etruscan Antiquities Looted by “Clumsy” Tomb Raiders https://hyperallergic.com/968054/italian-authorities-seize-etruscan-antiquities-looted-by-clumsy-tomb-raiders/ https://hyperallergic.com/968054/italian-authorities-seize-etruscan-antiquities-looted-by-clumsy-tomb-raiders/#respond Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:19:36 +0000 https://hyperallergic.com/?p=968054 The artifacts date back to the third century BCE and may be worth upwards of €8 million. ]]>

The artifacts date back to the third century BCE and may be worth upwards of €8 million.

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