‘According to What?’: Ai Weiwei Survey Opens at Hirshhorn
WASHINGTON, DC—Viewing the art of Ai Weiwei and understanding the concepts behind his work is an eye-opening experience. The renowned contemporary artist and human rights activist uses his art for change, commenting on…
At Hirshhorn, the Overwhelming Pleasure of Light and Color
WASHINGTON, DC—Wander through the dangling mass of blue nylon strings and you will lose yourself for a moment. The transporting experience by Venezuelan artist Jesus Rafael Soto is a part of a celebration…
Smithsonian Exhibiting 2 Major Works by Ai Weiwei
WASHINGTON, DC—The Smithsonian is exhibiting two major works by Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei whose yearlong probation imposed by the Chinese government ended yesterday. At the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, “Perspectives: Ai WeiWei”…
‘Gyrostasis’ by Robert Smithson is an Intriguing, Suspended Curvature
WASHINGTON, DC—The title of this intriguing sculpture by Robert Smithson (1938-1973) is fitting. “Gyrostasis” refers to the type of physics associated with rotating bodies and their ability to maintain equilibrium. The Minimalist curvature…
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 is unique among the structures in that the building itself is a sculptural…
