VISUAL ARTS NEWS COVERAGE

New European Paintings Galleries to Open Tomorrow at Met Museum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art's galleries for its world-renowned collection of European Old Master paintings from the 13th through the early 19th century will reopen on May 23 after an extensive renovation and reinstallation. This is the first major renovation of the galleries since 1951 and the first overall reinstallation of the collection since 1972. Increased in size by almost one-third, the space now accommodates the display of more than 700 paintings in 45 galleries, including one rotating special exhibition gallery. The galleries are organized both chronologically and geographically to provide an overview of painting in Italy, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Great Britain. Many of the galleries have new floors and moldings and the suites of galleries unfold with a new logic and grandeur. Sculpture, medals, ceramics, and other decorative arts have been judiciously incorporated where their presence adds a layer of meaning to the display of paintings. Key works have been conserved or embellished with period frames. Important loans complement the permanent collection and celebrate the reinstallation. (more...)

Moose Peterson Presents Images in Africa Safaris Photography Workshop, 10/6

Images in Africa Safaris, a provider of African Safaris and Photography workshops to South Africa, Namibia and Botswana, is excited to announce that Photographer & Author Moose Peterson will be the guest instructor at our two October 2014 African Safari workshops held in the exclusive Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve in South Africa. (more...)

Katrin Sigurdardottir's FOUNDATION Set for Icelandic Pavilion at Venice Biennale, June 1-Nov 24

Katrín Sigurdardóttir: Foundation will be on view at the Icelandic Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, Palazzo Zenobio, Collegio Armeno Moorat, Fondamenta del Soccorso 2596, Dorsoduro, June 1-November 24, 2013. (more...)

Laura Boushnak's I READ I WRITE on View at Sana Gallery, June 19-July 28

I READ I WRITE by Laura Boushnak will be on view at Sana Gallery, 19 June to 28 July 2013. (more...)

SEASON OF CAMBODIA to Culminate with Visual Arts 'Open Studio' Exhibition, 5/25-27

Organizers of Season of Cambodia announce the final week of events for its two-month long arts festival, which began in early April 2013, and now culminates with a visual arts 'Open Studio' exhibition of works by five artists-in-residence at Governors Island off the southern tip of Manhattan. This 'open studio' of work reflects two months of work by contemporary Cambodian and Cambodian-American artists in the disciplines of sculpture, photography, video, installation, and performance, curated by curator-in-residence Vuth Lyno and the final piece of the festival's visual arts program, IN RESIDENCE, co-curated by Leeza Ahmady of AhmadyArts and Asian Contemporary Art Week (New York City) and Erin Gleeson ofSA SA BASSAC (Phnom Penh). The three-day event, in conjunction with the annual opening of Governors Island on Memorial Day Weekend, takes place at the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council's Art Center (Building 110) on May 25th - 27th from 12pm - 5pm daily. (more...)

Paul McCarthy's New 'Snow White' Installation to Take Over Park Avenue Armory, 6/19-8/4

This June, Park Avenue Armory unveils a new large-scale installation and video project by artist Paul McCarthy, considered among the most provocative and influential voices in the international art world today. Drawing inspiration from the 19th-century German fairytale Snow White and McCarthy's ongoing exploration of American myths and icons, WS takes over the Armory's Wade Thompson Drill Hall from June 19 through August 4, 2013, and marks the Armory's seventh major visual art installation to date. (more...)

Grimanesa Amorós' Light Sculpture Installations to Appear at BAZAAR ART NIGHT, 5/23

HONG KONG - Golden Connection, two light sculpture installations by Peruvian artist Grimanesa Amorós will be featured at BAZAAR ART NIGHT on May 23rd, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel. Organized by BAZAAR ART, the most influential Chinese art magazine, and The Royal Academy of the Arts, the gala is being held to celebrate the first edition of Art Basel Hong Kong. With a theme of 'Art Changes the World,' the event confirms Hong Kong's place as a significant player in the emerging global art market. (more...)

2013 Doodle 4 Google Winner and Finalists Go On View at American Museum of Natural History Today

The American Museum of Natural History and Google reveal the 2013 Doodle 4 Google winner and finalists. The annual Doodle 4 Google competition invites students (grades K-12) across the country to submit their designs of the Google logo, this year based on the theme “My Best Day Ever...” (more...)

'The Complete Picture' Features Art from a Unique Source

The Complete Picture, an exhibit of artwork by young people in the state's juvenile justice system, will be on view at The Grove, 760 Chapel St., weekdays through June 14. (more...)

Juvenile Justice System Presents Exhibit Featuring Art By Kids

The Complete Picture, an exhibit of artwork by young people in the state's juvenile justice system, will be on view at The Grove, 760 Chapel St., weekdays through June 14. (more...)

Sarah Jessica Parker and Zac Posen Present Teen Winners of Scholastic Art & Writing Awards at Carnegie Hall, 5/31

On Friday, May 31 at Carnegie Hall, actress and arts advocate Sarah Jessica Parker and fashion designer Zac Posen will share the spotlight with the talented teens who received national honors in the 90 th annual Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. More than 800 teens from 47 states, along with their families and teachers, are expected to attend the celebration. There, 15 graduating seniors will receive Portfolio Gold Medals, the Awards' highest honor, which includes a $10,000 scholarship. For the first time in the Awards' 90-year history, the ceremony will be webcast live so people across the nation can share in the celebration. (more...)

Sean Kelly Announces Acquisition of Work by Tehching Hsieh

Sean Kelly announces a major museum acquisition of work by gallery artist Tehching Hsieh to the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority/M+ Museum in Hong Kong. (more...)

Rogue FlashBender XL PRO Lighting Kit is Introduced

ExpoImaging, Inc., which markets, designs, manufactures and distributes innovative camera accessories to the photographic market, today announced availability of the Rogue FlashBender XL Pro Lighting Kit for small strobe lighting enthusiasts. (more...)

Square Jellyfish Phone and Camera Accessories Introduces Easy Way to AttachSmartphone to DSLR

A new and inexpensive way to allow picture-takers to attach their smartphones to their Digital Single-Lens Reflex Camera (DSLR) is now available. By using Square Jellyfish accessories and a flash screw mount adapter, people can take photos and video simultaneously with their DSLR and smartphone. (more...)

2nd Annual DigiFest South Held in Shreveport-Bossier, 9/20

DigiFest South, a digital arts festival first held in Shreveport-Bossier in 2012, is seeking artists, exhibitors, and entrepreneurs to participate in its second annual digital technology exposé and arts festival, scheduled for Sep. 20-21, 2013. DigiFest South is a community outreach program of the Bossier Arts Council. Through a family-friendly schedule of events, DigiFest South celebrates how digital technology combines with artistic creativity to shape modern society. (more...)

Clipcanvas Offers Video for Any Project

Clipcanvas, the Norwegian based video marketplace, just announced they have released a completely new design and user experience for their services. In previous years, Clipcanvas has taken the non-traditional approach of presenting their service in a sleek and completely dark 'night mode'-style interface, but now the service looks a lot brighter, more user-friendly and intuitive to use. (more...)

Stonewall National Museum & Archives Names David Jobin as Executive Director

The world's largest collection of LGBT historical artifacts and documents, the Stonewall National Museum & Archives (SNMA), has a new Executive Director. After a national search by SNMA, David Jobin has been named to the position following a unanimous vote of both the search committee and Board of Directors of the Fort Lauderdale-based museum, library and archives. He takes over June 1. (more...)

Chicago-Area Museum Participates in Blue Star Museums

Today the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center announced its participation in Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 1,800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2013. Leadership support has been provided by MetLife Foundation through Blue Star Families. The complete list of participating museums is available at http://www.arts.gov/bluestarmuseums. (more...)

Museum of the City of New York Announces Folk Concert, 6/20

The Museum of the City of New York today announced a star-studded line-up of musicians and writers for a special concert to benefit the upcoming exhibition Folk City. The concert will be held at 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 20th at the New York Academy of Medicine at 1216 Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street. (more...)

Crab Cakes Restaurant Hosts Dinner to Benefit Children's Museum, Today

Food enthusiasts in the central valley have a chance to enjoy some delicious creations from a popular Oakhurst restaurant while also helping a local nonprofit. (more...)

National World War I Museum Names Matthew C. Naylor as President and CEO

As the centennial of the Great War approaches, the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial takes a significant step toward its future with the naming today of Matthew C. Naylor, PhD, as President and CEO. (more...)

Village of Ossining Presents Sculpture Exhibit Through October

On Sunday, May 5, a crowd of several hundred people gathered at the Village of Ossining Municipal Building to celebrate the opening of the Ossining in 3D bicentennial sculpture exhibit with a special meet-the-artist reception. The 25-piece outdoor exhibit, open to the public from May 5, 2013 through October 26, 2013, weaves through the Village's historic buildings and downtown waterfront area. (more...)

Mighty Mack Announces Toulouse-Lautrec and Moulin Rouge App

Mighty Mack announces the release of one of its most recent and relevant apps, featuring stunning works by master artist Toulouse-Lautrec. (more...)

Hawk Creek Gallery and the Oregon-Based Artist, Michael Schlicting, Announce New Suite of Fine Art Prints

Hawk Creek Gallery and the Oregon-based artist, Michael Schlicting, are pleased to announce the release of a new suite of fine art prints based on Schlicting's recent travels to the Chilean Patagonia. Each image represents various aspects of his trip-the coastal fjords, the spectacular scenery along the Carretera Austral, hiking the mountain trails and stunning river valleys. (more...)

MustSee Mobile Guide Tells Stories About Art and Travel

The new MustSee mobile guide service from Areté Media enables organizations and individuals to tell their location-based stories about anything from art and architecture to history, science and travel with their own custom content without worrying about technology costs. (more...)