contemporary art – Page 2 – The Artful Epicure

March 14, 2017January 31, 2024

YAYOI KUSAMA: INFINITY MIRRORS

Artist Yayoi Kusama’s celebrated career and immersive art installations, particularly the Infinity Mirror rooms, have captivated art enthusiasts and novices at the Hirshhorn Museum. The exhibition showcases Kusama’s coping mechanism of repetitive patterns, stemming from hallucinations. Visitors are drawn to interactive experiences like the Obliteration Room, despite the challenges of timed entry. The exhibition is a boundary-pushing success.

February 26, 2017January 31, 2024

A PEN OF ALL WORK :: RAYMOND PETTIBON :: NEW MUSEUM

The New Museum, located in lower Manhattan, New York City, showcases modern architecture with a steel exterior contrasting the brick facade. Currently on display is “A Pen of All Work” by Raymond Pettibon, spanning three floors and thirty years of drawings, reflecting on historical and political events. The exhibition runs until April 9, 2017, offering diverse and thought-provoking content.

January 18, 2017January 31, 2024

CARNEGIE MUSEUM OF ART

The Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh, founded in 1895 by Andrew Carnegie, houses contemporary art collections. Situated by the University of Pittsburgh, it impresses with its modern architecture and vastness, as it also includes the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Don’t miss the permanent collections and stunning exhibitions, such as the works of Mondrian and Frank Stella.

January 18, 2017January 31, 2024

THE MATTRESS FACTORY

The Mattress Factory, a contemporary art museum in Pittsburgh established in 1977, features site-specific installations by resident artists. Known for its James Turrell collection, including the captivating Pleiades installation, the museum rehabilitates abandoned properties for thought-provoking exhibitions. A visit promises a glimpse into the fascinating world of contemporary art.

January 7, 2017January 31, 2024

RAGNAR KJARTANSSON

Ragnar Kjartansson’s impactful exhibition at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden showcases his family experiences through repetition, highlighting endurance. Notable pieces include “God” (2007) and “The Visitors” (2012), a nine-screen film of musicians performing together. Described as spellbinding and poignant, this exhibit is a must-see before it ends on January 8th.