‘With Liberty’ Showcases Smithsonian’s Folk Art Collection
WASHINGTON, DC—From weather vanes to sculptures composed of found objects, the Smithonian’s American folk art collection includes fine examples of
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David Hockney Installation Comes to Life with the Magic of Theater Lighting
WASHINGTON, DC—David Hockney has created a magical experience inside a dark room—“Snails Pace with Vari-Lites.” Over a nine-minute period the
Hirshhorn Museum Building is a ‘Functional Sculpture’ on the National Mall
WASHINGTON, DC—The National Mall is lined with Smithsonian museums that house world-class collections of art and artifacts. The Hirshhorn Museum
Beauty of Daily Life: William H. Johnson’s Colorful Depictions of African Americans
WASHINGTON, DC—Known for his colorful portraits of African American daily life, William H. Johnson‘s aesthetic could be described as elegant
Shizu Saldamando’s ‘Visual Biographies’ Explore Identity Issues Among Asian American Youth
WASHINGTON, DC—Shizu Saldamando relies on her friends for inspiration. Her “visual biographies” look almost like illustrated snapshots and depict people