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Highly Recommended Art Exhibit: WOMEN ARTISTS OF THE BALLETS RUSSES: DESIGNING THE LEGACY (McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, TX)
WHO WERE THE WOMEN OF BALLET RUSSES? The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, TX is turning to its esteemed Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts to re-contextualize Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes in Women Artists of the Ballets Russes: Designing the Legacy, on view Oct. 10, 2024-Jan. 12, 2025. I discovered the McNay last year, and it’s…
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Exhibit Review: HOLLYWOODLAND: JEWISH FOUNDERS AND THE MAKING OF A MOVIE CAPITAL (Academy Museum of Motion Pictures)
GIVING JEWISH IMMIGRANTS AND FILM FOUNDERS THEIR DUE — PERMANENTLY As its first permanent exhibition, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is presenting Hollywoodland: Jewish Founders and the Making of a Movie Capital which tells the origin story of filmmaking in early 20th-century Los Angeles, spotlighting the impact of the predominantly Jewish filmmakers whose establishment…
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Highly Recommended Art Exhibit: HIRSCHFELD’S DRAG SHOW (The Al Hirschfeld Foundation)
DRAGTIME With June upon us, The Al Hirschfeld Foundation celebrates Pride Month with its latest online exhibition, Hirschfeld’s Drag Show, now live at Al Hirschfeld Foundation through August 15, 2024. The special guest curator for the exhibition is Tony-nominated playwright, actor, director, novelist and drag legend, Charles Busch. “Through Hirschfeld’s remarkable catalogue, we’re able to…
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Art: THE ARTFUL CROSSOVER: EXPLORING BASKETBALL PLAYERS WITH REMARKABLE ART COLLECTIONS
In the dynamic world of professional basketball, athletes are celebrated for their prowess on the court, their dedication to their craft, and their ability to inspire millions of fans worldwide. Beyond their athletic achievements, many basketball players have cultivated diverse interests and passions off the court, including a deep appreciation for the arts. From iconic…
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Art Exhibit Review: AUSCHWITZ. NOT LONG AGO. NOT FAR AWAY. (International Tour at The Castle in Boston)
INCONCEIVABLE. SHOCKING. NECESSARY. Visitors to the exhibit Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. — now stopping at The Saunders Castle at Park Plaza in Boston as part of a world tour — are able to view more than 700 artifacts, photographs, personal stories, and other information on display. Among the artifacts are hundreds of…
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Art: SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN ART
In recent years, the conversation surrounding environmental sustainability has permeated every sector of society, and the art world is no exception. Artists and galleries are increasingly adopting sustainable practices, recognizing their role and responsibility in addressing global environmental concerns. This shift is not just about altering materials and methods; it represents a profound transformation in…
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Art Review: WILD THINGS ARE HAPPENING: THE ART OF MAURICE SENDAK (International Tour at Skirball Center)
MAURICE SENDAK ’” WILD AT HEART Some of us had the good fortune of growing up with the wondrous and zany work of Maurice Sendak. We didn’t know it at the time, but Sendak was in the midst of something quite extraordinary’”a decades-long manifestation of a galaxy of stories and art where children befriend monsters,…
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NEW YORK MUSEUMS WITH DINOSAUR FOSSILS
The fourth floor of the American Museum of Natural History is like dinosaur heaven. It’s home to countless fossils of dinosaurs, sea reptiles and pterosaurs. The museum’s paleontologists, including Barnum Brown and Henry Fairfield Osborn, hunted around the world for fossils. They also enlisted natural history artists such as Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins to mount the…
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Art: MASTERING THE CANVAS: ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUES FOR PAINTERS
Painting is an art form that allows for the expression of thoughts, emotions, and creativity on a canvas. Mastering this art requires understanding various techniques and tools. This article aims to guide aspiring and seasoned painters alike in refining their skills and enhancing their artistic expression. Incorporating Technology in Art In the modern era, technology…
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Art: FALLING INTO INSPIRATION: THE HERITAGE OF AUTUMN ART
Thinking of buying a gorgeous piece of art for your home? Hold on! Before you buy an artwork, it’s worth stopping to think about the wider context and its deeper meaning. The best pieces of artwork are true works of art, almost biographical in the way they represent human life. Autumn Art is a wonderful…
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Extras | Film: MOVIE POSTER ART: FROM HAND-PAINTED CLASSICS TO MODERN GEMS
Movie posters are films in themselves, telling us the story of a film even before we enter the theater. Like movies, these visual masterpieces have taken a fascinating journey through time, evolving immensely over the years. And their development isn’t only related to techniques used to promote cinematic pieces. Their purpose goes way beyond that,…
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Extras | TV: A TOUR OF TV SHOWS AND MOVIES FILMED AT THE GREENBRIER RESORT WV
The Greenbrier Resort is a picture of traditional grandeur and elegance and is situated in West Virginia’s stunning Allegheny Mountains. This historical treasure has been featured in a number of illustrious TV shows and motion pictures, exhibiting its splendor. To fully appreciate The Greenbrier’s significance in the entertainment industry, let’s first look at its history….
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Art and Collectibles: RAY BOLGER’S COPIES OF MUSIC FROM THE WIZARD OF OZ (Lion Heart)
“IF I ONLY HAD A BRAIN” RARE ITEMS FROM THE LIFE AND CAREER OF LEGENDARY ACTOR RAY BOLGER, THE “SCARECROW” IN THE WIZARD OF OZ, TO BE OFFERED AT AUCTION FOR THE FIRST TIME IN ENTERTAINMENT HISTORY Lion Heart Autographs Fall 2023 Auction – November 1, 2023 Rare MGM Production Score of Famous Song Among the Highlights Lion Heart Autographs, among the world’s most respected…
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HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH MOVING OBJECTS CORRECTLY
Who hasn’t experienced it? Whether children, animals or vehicles – as soon as an object moves, it becomes difficult to take a photo. Who doesn’t have all those photos on their smartphone or camera where only part of an object can be seen? But there are ways to take really good photos of moving objects,…
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Extras: MAIN REASONS WHY ARTS INTEGRATION IS IMPORTANT IN SCHOOL AND COLLEGE
Studying art in school and college has always been considered an extracurricular activity. That was because art education in college was supposed to be a luxury, and more focus was given to preparing students for standardized tests. But, with time, more information has been circulating on how art has helped students create well-rounded, well-prepared readers…
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Museum Exhibits Recommendation: ‘HERSTORY’ JUDY CHICAGO; ‘NOTHING NEW’ PUPPIES PUPPIES; ‘ECOROVE’ (The New Museum, NYC)
HERSTORY JUDY CHICAGOOctober 12, 2023–January 14, 2024 | Floors 2, 3, 4, 7 “Herstory” spans Judy Chicago’s sixty-year career to encompass the full breadth of the artist’s contributions across painting, sculpture, installation, drawing, textiles, photography, stained glass, needlework, and printmaking. Eschewing the boundaries of a traditional museum survey, “Herstory” will place Chicago’s work in dialogue with…
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Extras | Art | Film: CANNABIS IN PERFORMANCE ART: A HISTORY
Cannabis has been used in performance art for centuries, dating back to the early days of the counterculture movement. In the 1960s and 1970s, performance artists such as Andy Warhol and Marina Abramović used cannabis to explore the relationship between art and consciousness. Warhol’s 1966 film “Chelsea Girls” features scenes of the artist and his…
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Extras | Art: CASINO AS A PLATFORM FOR CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES
In the world of casinos, artistic expressions, gambling experiences, and entertainment converge to form a whole new culture. Melodic notes, beautiful paintings on the walls, unique architecture, and creativity combine to offer a rich environment where culture and art take center stage. Casinos are more than just places where gamblers try their luck. Every detail…
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New York Exhibit Review: WONDERLAND DREAMS
THE RABBIT HOLE SHEBANG Have you read Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland? Have you wondered what it might be like to be transported into Alice’s world? Wonderland Dreams will allow you, your friends, your children and your grandchildren to have such a unique experience. Created by artist Alexa Meade, Wonderland Dreams is 26,000 square feet of…
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Art Recommendation: NJIDEKA AKUNYILI CROSBY (The Hilton Als Series at The Huntington)
As spring approaches, it’s a wonderful time to walk about Huntington’s Botanical Gardens. You should also check out the fascinating exhibition that I saw at The Met: Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts. And starting today, Huntington’s Art Museum will display a selection of five works by Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist Njideka…
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