Museums at your fingertips
How cool would it be if you could just see an exhibit online, rather than dealing with parking and sometimes a logistical nightmare of just getting there and then contending with the crowds? Well, it may be a possibility pretty soon.
From the Independent, a London paper, mind you not found in a US media outlet:
In the spirit of the online art movement, renowned contemporary art institution, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation has collaborated with YouTube and computer manufacturer HP to launch an online biennial of artist-created videos called YouTube Play. A Biennial of Creative Video….The screen-based exhibition aims to collect artwork from some of “the most exceptional talent working in the ever-expanding realm of online video.”
There are a couple exhibits in town now that I really I hope I get a chance to see but with pressing work, travel, etc. it will be hard. I am just going to have to fit it into the schedule. We have a some family time with Congress on break and then we get a much needed vacation. Here are some exhibits, in addition to what I’ve already mentioned, that would definitely be worthwhile attending:
1) Chuck Close, Process and Collaboration at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, through September 12.
I’ve always been fascinated with his innovative style of painting. It is amazing to me he has found ways to express his art despite his physical disabilities. I ran across this interesting video from Creative Arts and Aging Network a while ago that helps to explain his creative process.
2) Legos Architecture: Towering Ambition at the National Building Museum, through September 5.
I think Legos are great! The fact that these models were built by architects just further connects for me the association between Legos, math and engineering. I can’t help but believe because my older son, Piers, was a master Lego builder and he couldn’t get enough of them when we was growing up, that this is why he excels in math and currently he is on a path to becoming a civil engineer. Luckily, he has a paid internship with Clark Construction this summer working on the biggest project on the North East. He’s done well, all by himself, and we’re proud of his achievements.
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I'm an artist, wife and mother of two boys. I started my illustration business, The Occasional Palette over 35 years ago, when my oldest son was an infant. Once my children were in school, I began painting decorative, faux finishes and murals through my second business, Casart, now over 30 years old. My third business, Casart Coverings, is a springboard from my second. Click on the link on the sidebar to see innovative, custom, designer wallcovering, removable and reusable wallpaper and coordinating decor.
