Visual art
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Temple University Special Collections Present Philadelphia Unfolded
A pop-up family album for Philly’s intrinsically diverse history
With Philadelphia Unfolded, renowned pop-up book artist Colette Fu combines her work with a trove of vintage photographs showing Philadelphians from the 19th century to today. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
Wharton Esherick Museum presents Jennifer Johnson: All the Time in the World
A centennial celebration of an iconic artist’s remarkable home
Wharton Esherick broke ground on his studio in Malvern 100 years ago, and the museum’s centennial celebrations culminate in a triumphant exhibition of ceramics by local sculptor Jennifer Johnson. Emily Schilling reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
Four generations of a Japanese American family visit Noguchi to Asawa: Designing Postwar America at the Barnes
Remembering Japanese American internment, and the artists who emerged to shape U.S. culture
When never again is now, we must remember Japanese American incarceration during WWII. Rob Buscher visits Noguchi to Asawa: Designing Postwar America at the Barnes with family members who live that history.
Essays
7 minute read
Philly artist Wi-Moto Nyoka finds community through horror
"I’m looking for my tribe," says The Black Girl Lives! founder
Wi-Moto Nyoka is a interdisciplinary artist whose work spans jazz, film, and theater. She speaks with Erick Barragán Ramírez about her journey.
Profiles
3 minute read
The Print Center presents The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America
Ending the myth of the all-white cowboys
Master Philly photographer Ron Tarver explores a historic culture that is too often overlooked, with The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America, on view through November 14, 2026 at The Print Center. An Nichols reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
Dovetail Projects presents All Legacies, its debut exhibition at Atelier Gallery in Brewerytown
A Philly platform for innovative disabled and neurodivergent artists
Founders of Philly independent publisher This Must Be the Place Press present their first show with a selection of paintings and a book release by artists Jaither West and Eric Stewart. Anndee Hochman previews.
Previews
3 minute read
The October 17 Vámonos Pa’l Monte procession celebrates Puerto Rican heritage in Philly
Resilience and remembrance, from Old City to Norris Square
A four-mile public procession led by award-winning interdisciplinary artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz celebrates the resilience and the beauty of Philly’s Puerto Rican community. Constance Garcia-Barrio looks closer.
Previews
4 minute read
Through the lens of young artists with LensBright Initiative
Education in artmaking
LensBright Initiative from UPenn grads empowers students through storytelling and professional mentorship. Dara McBride profiles.
Profiles
2 minute read
The everlasting art of Anne Minich
Forever creative
Artist Anne Minich talks maintaining a daily routine centered around making art, the drive to keep going, and several decades of works. K.A. McFadden profiles.
Profiles
3 minute read
Woodmere presents Arc of Promise
The American experience, through the eyes of Philly artists from 1790 to today
Woodmere celebrates 250 through its own mission for showcasing Philly artists, marking America’s big birthday with works from 1790 to the present that reflect honestly on our history. Pamela Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read