I’ve often referred to The Albin Polasek Museum in Winter Park, FL as a “hidden gem.” I’m pleased to say that it has consistently lived up to this distinction and emphatically so with its current exhibition. Je, Niko Huru? Threads of Freedom: Njeri Kinuthia is a powerful and revelatory collection by an artist that was […]
Read more "Je, Niko Huru? Threads of Freedom: Njeri Kinuthia at the Polasek"I have absolutely no right being a part of this extraordinary art exhibition, but I am truly grateful to Marilyn Cortes-Lovato for including me in CREATIVA: Woman Made Art, now on view at Osceola Arts in Kissimmee, FL. Take a look at the incredibly talented artists included in this show – 76 Florida artists! I […]
Read more "CREATIVA: Woman Made Art"The Mennello Museum of American Art in Orlando, FL knocks it out of the park once again with their current exhibition, Anila Quayyum Agha: Flourishing Patterns. Long time followers of this blog know how much I rave about the art institutions in Central Florida, and especially the Mennello. This institution is consistently expanding the definition […]
Read more "Anila Quayyum Agha: Flourishing Patterns at the Mennello"Pop culture and art history join forces in Coca-Cola’s newest ad campaign to inspire a tired and unmotivated art student as he sketches in a museum full of what Coke describes as “real magic.” More like a short film than a commercial, the ad execs over at Coke combine easily identifiable works from art history […]
Read more "Coca-Cola’s “Masterpiece” Campaign"One of the things I love about The Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala, FL is the eclectic nature of its exhibitions. While not an exceptionally large art institution, the curators make the most out of every space, offering a variety of artworks to view and discuss across a wide range of topics and mediums. […]
Read more "“BLOW UP II: Inflatable Contemporary Art” at The Appleton"There are only a few days left to see this exhibition at the Orlando Museum of Art as this year’s show comes to a close on Sunday, August 14th. I know, I know… I waited until the last minute! If you decide to go, here are a few observations you may want to consider to […]
Read more "The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art 2022"Confession time… I visited The Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala, Florida for the very first time a few short weeks ago. I know, I know… as an avowed museum nerd, this is a gross oversight on my part. I finally set aside the time to visit and I am pleased to report that I […]
Read more "Alison Saar at The Appleton"The Rollins Museum of Art (formerly the Cornell Museum of Fine Arts) in Winter Park, Florida is hosting an exhibition that is definitely not to be missed. Gallardo/Budoff: Growth, Breadth and Terrain is on view at the museum until December 31st and admission to this high caliber exhibition is free, so no excuses – just […]
Read more "Gallardo/Budoff at the Rollins Museum of Art"The unparalleled creative team of Christo and Jeanne-Claude may no longer be with us on this plane of existence, but their legacy continues to move us mere mortals. Thankfully, one of their artistic dreams came true posthumously as of September 18th of this year. The Arc de Triomphe currently wears the shimmering silvery-blue robes of […]
Read more "L’Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped"My first museum visit after nearly 15 months in lockdown was to see The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art exhibition at the Orlando Museum of Art. I look forward to this exhibition every year as it provides, not only a glimpse into the world of contemporary art, but also a quick survey of the work […]
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