Oluremi C. Onabanjo Heads to The Met The Metropolitan Museum of Art has appointed Oluremi C. Onabanjo as its new curator of photographs. Onabanjo, a London-born scholar raised in Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and the U.S., is known for her focus on African and Black diasporic photography. She transitions from the Museum of Modern Art where, since 2021, she curated […]
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York has announced the appointment of Melissa Chiu as its new director, effective September 1. Chiu joins the Guggenheim after a successful 12-year tenure at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington, DC. Her appointment arrives during a transitional period for the Guggenheim, which is also preparing for the opening of a […]
**Opinion: Expanding Materials for the Arts to Cities Nationwide** Materials for the Arts (MFTA), a celebrated program under the Department of Cultural Affairs in New York City, has presented an innovative model that could enhance artistic and educational resources across the country. Founded in 1978 by Angela Fremont with support from commissioner Henry Geldzahler during Mayor Ed Koch’s administration, MFTA […]
**Exploring the Representation of Appalachia in Art: A Critique of Fia Backström’s “The Great Society”** In her art exhibit “The Great Society,” showcased at the Queens Museum, Fia Backström draws a comparison between her work and the film “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” In the film, the main character is compelled by aliens to incessantly recreate a mountain’s shape, […]
Art Review It is her home, her landscape, her family and friends, portrayed in these images that feel miles away from her contemporaries’ modernist abstraction. Gabriele Münter, “Portrait of Mrs. Olga von Hartmann” (c. 1910–11), oil on board (all photos Natalie Haddad/Hyperallergic unless otherwise noted) When a woman artist is among a milieu of more successful men, the comments often […]
**Art Review: David Novros at Paula Cooper Gallery** David Novros’s recent exhibition at Paula Cooper Gallery in New York underscores his innovative approach to painting, transforming wall-mounted canvases into intricate, multi-paneled experiences. His work challenges the traditional notion of paintings as static objects, integrating the physical wall into the artwork itself. Novros’s multi-part paintings, composed of horizontal and inverted L-shaped […]
David Novros’ latest exhibition at Paula Cooper Gallery offers a compelling exploration of multi-paneled paintings that integrate the wall as a crucial part of their narrative. His work, described as “portable murals,” creates a dialogue between art and architecture, challenging traditional notions of paintings as mere objects. Inspired by historical sites like the Alhambra, Novros’ pieces, including intricate works from […]
### Exploring Vibrant Community Initiatives in Art and Culture This week, several notable projects and movements highlight the power of community in fostering resilience, creativity, and societal change through art and cultural initiatives. #### Compton’s New Art Center: A Haven for Rehabilitation In an inspiring development, Mr. Wash, a beloved painter, is spearheading the creation of an arts center in […]
**Discovering the Visual Heritage of Los Angeles at London’s Woodbury House** The captivating charm of Los Angeles, a fabric interlaced with Hollywood aspirations, varied cultures, and vibrant cityscapes, is prominently showcased at London’s esteemed Woodbury House. This gallery serves as a gateway into the visual heritage of Los Angeles, highlighting the city’s transformation and cultural importance through a carefully chosen […]
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Photo: ubeyonroad via Unsplash) The most recent rankings of the globe’s most frequented museums in 2025 indicate a distinct transformation in worldwide cultural dominance. While the Louvre Museum in Paris firmly retains its leading position, establishments throughout Asia are swiftly ascending, new museums are attracting substantial crowds, and visitor expectations are redefining the museum experience […]