Visual art
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New research from Philly’s Mural Arts Institute proves public art has a huge civic impact
Art is an inalienable human right
An October forum for scientists, scholars, artists, and city leaders explored new insights into just how much murals affect our everyday lives. Anndee Hochman was there.
Features
6 minute read
The University of Pennsylvania presents Sam Maitin in We the People and The Mayor of the Arts
Honoring a world-famous artist who chose Philly
Two exhibitions at UPenn explore the work of Sam Maitin, which is an indelible part of our city’s social, civic, and economic fabric—whether or not we know it. Pamela J. Forsythe.
Reviews
5 minute read
Brandywine Museum of Art presents Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade
Everyone is worthy of a portrait
The Brandywine Museum of Art mounts its first solo presentation of emerging artist, Baltimore luminary Jerrell Gibbs, who is getting his first solo exhibition with echoes of Rockwell, Homer, and the Impressionists. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
Stamp making with your friendly neighborhood mailperson, Greg Labold
Putting a stamp on it
Mailperson and artist Greg Labold hosts a rubber stamp making workshop, and talks about his journey into a new career while rediscovering his creative work. Jimmy Viola previews.
Profiles
4 minute read
Grounds for Sculpture presents Salvador Jiménez-Flores: Raíces & Resistencias
A vital look at migration and identity in today’s America
At the Grounds for Sculpture, Salvador Jiménez-Flores explores Mexican immigrants’ present and historical journey to the US, highlighting struggle, justice, and resilience as many try to look away. McCaillaigh Rouse reviews.
Reviews
3 minute read
The Wharton Esherick Museum presents Working at a Joyous Creative Thing: Weaving, Making and Material Culture in Letty Esherick’s Legacy
The wife of a famous woodworker finally gets her due
Letty Esherick, the wife of world-famous woodworker Wharton, opens up in an exhibition of textile works and letters discovered almost 50 years after her death, paired with contemporary artwork they inspired. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
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The Print Center presents False Dawn and Memory, Loss
Why memories matter
Iranian-born, New York-based artist Nazanin Noroozi explores history and memory with a multimedia Print Center exhibition plunging viewers into the journey of African migrants heading for Europe. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
NoName Gallery presents Next Levels: The Art of Healing
A pop of color on Germantown Avenue
A pop art exhibition at Chestnut Hill’s NoName Gallery draws artists who hail from Philly, the Lehigh Valley, Manila, Mexico, and Venezuela. It’s a refreshing diversion for an oppressively hot summer. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
3 minute read
The Barnes Foundation presents From Paris to Provence: French Painting at the Barnes
Putting French artists in their place
With several Barnes galleries closed for refinishing, some of the museum’s 19th- and 20th-century masterpieces get a new configuration in From Paris to Provence: French Painting at the Barnes. Pamela J. Forsythe reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
The Clay Studio presents resident artists Akiko Jackson, Minah Kim, and Kevin Snipes
Three enigmatic solo shows explore empathy
Artists Akiko Jackson, Minah Kim, and Kevin Snipes wrap up their three-year residency at the Clay Studio Center for Innovation in Ceramic Art with this trio of enigmatic and arresting solo shows. K.A. McFadden reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read