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Six Collectors Discuss Their Collections
Above: Various works by Amber Robles-Gordon. In a way, looking at the art market is akin to playing speculative archeology in reverse, where the best case scenario is to discover a work of immense value before it’s covered up (or is discovered by someone else.) However, some collectors also want to help artists’ personal growth and their audience’s ability to have better access to and appreciation of art.
1:54 Art Fair Sets the Scene for a Major Fair in North Africa by Ayodeji Rotinwa
In many ways, the Marrakech edition of the 1-54 Contemporary Art Fair has the potential to be more than just an art market or annual destination.
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Top Black Art Exhibits You Need to See
The art season has officially started and I couldn’t be more excited. I’m purchasing plane tickets and scoping out inexpensive Airbnb‘s.
FOUNDER OF BLACK-OWNED CULTURAL CENTER/ BOOK STORE IN ATLANTA TO LAUNCH FREE FESTIVAL
Kazemde Ajamu has always had his eye – and heart – on bringing Black culture and history to the forefront, especially among the younger generation.
Oprah Winfrey Will Join Ta-Nehisi Coates In Conversation for the Release of His First Novel The Water Dancer At the Apollo Theater
The Apollo Theater announced today that media mogul Oprah Winfrey will join critically acclaimed writer, artist and thinker Ta-Nehisi Coates tonight as he begins his national book tour for his latest work, The Water Dancer, on the world-famous Apollo stage.
I PAINT MY REALITY: SURREALISM IN LATIN AMERICA On View November 17 – June 30, 2020 at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale Exhibition features works by Leonora Carrington, Frida Kahlo, Wifredo Lam, Roberto Matta, Remedios Varo and others
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale will present I Paint My Reality, a new exhibition examining the manifestation of Surrealism in Latin America.
WBEZ CHICAGO AND COMEDY CENTRAL COLLABORATE ON GROUNDBREAKING NEW PODCAST, ‘SOUTH SIDE STORIES’
Building on the success of Comedy Central’s hit scripted comedy series, South Side, which debuted this summer to universal praise, critical acclaim and ratings success, WBEZ Chicago and Comedy Central now are partnering to introduce South Side Stories, a new podcast that celebrates the real-life people and places that inspired South Side.
Sculpture and Abstraction Shines in October 8 Sale of African-American Fine Art
On Tuesday, October 8 Swann Galleries will offer its African-American Fine Art sale, featuring a robust offering of sculpture and abstract paintings, as well as a fine selection of contemporary figurative works in a variety of mediums.
Art Basel Announces Gallery Lineup for its 18th Edition in Miami Beach in December
Above: Paul Mpagi Sepuya, Darkroom Mirror Study, or Aperture, 2018, Archival pigment print, 51 x 34 in, Edition of 5 Today Art Basel announced the 269 leading international galleries selected for its 2019 edition in Miami Beach this December.
ART MIAMI CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Art Miami , returning for its 30th edition on December 3 – 8, 2019, has announced its 2019 exhibitor list. Recognized as one of the preeminent international modern and contemporary art fairs, Art Miami will showcase an array of iconic and important art works, dynamic projects and special installations from more than 170 international galleries from nearly 22 countries representing 69 cities.
Commuter Biennial Turns Heads with More Public Artworks for Miami-Dade Exhibition
Commuter Biennial is thrilled to announce the latest set of projects and partnerships for its four-month public art exhibition throughout Miami-Dade. Beginning in September, Commuter Biennial will introduce the addition of artworks by Nice’n Easy and Virginia Overton that will captivate commuters on the road and county residents in thoughtful, fun, and unexpected ways.
Western Nouveau: New Work by Thomas Blackshear
Trailside Galleries is pleased to present Western Nouveau, a show of new works by Colorado based artist Thomas Blackshear. The newest collection of studio works will be available to view from September 9 through September 21.
