Books
Updating a Pivotal Presentation of Craft
A heartfelt display, Objects USA: 2020 updates the 1969 project by building bridges of influence and inspiration across generations of artists.
Sarah Rose Sharp
Sarah Rose Sharp is a Detroit-based writer, activist, and multimedia artist. She is primarily concerned with the experiences of making and engaging with art, and researching the state of contemporary art in postindustrial and redeveloping cities.
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Introducing the Haunted Dolls of Olmsted County (Because 2020 Can’t Get Any Creepier)
Though not as scary as the election, the History Center of Olmsted County’s Creepy Doll Contest is sure to give you a fright.
Art
Fiber Works Seek to “Celebrate, Mourn, and Heal” the Experiences of Indigenous Women
A peek at Decoding Craft, an exhibition of works by Erin Lee Antonak and Sariah Park, presented as part of the ongoing Indigenous Women’s Voices Summit.
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“Stan” the Tyrannosaurus Rex Kills at Christie’s Auction
Eclipsing its projected price tag of $8 million, a T. rex named Stan sold for a whopping $31,847,500.
Art
Pantone’s Latest Shade? “Period” Red
Pantone’s latest shade, “Period,” is perfect for smearing as a warning above the threshold to let visitors know — Old Testament-style — to pass this house over.
News
An Orwell-inspired Billboard Project Considers the State of US Politics
“Ministry of Truth: 1984/2020” will present 20 artists, including Deborah Kass and Mel Chin, on 20 billboards around New York City.
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Head in the Clouds and Hearts on Fire: The New Emoji Coming to iOS in 2021
The drop failed to include a “flaming dumpster” emoji to convey our current reality.
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SCROTUS: An Artist Created a Giant Portrait of Trump Using Vintage Dildos
Cleveland-based artist Stephen Manka has launched a Kickstarter campaign in the hopes of taking his portrait of President Trump on a national tour.
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The Artistic Illusion Protecting Cattle in Botswana From Lion Attacks
According to a new study, painting eyes on the backsides of cows can reduce attacks by animal predators.
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British Museum Will Move Bust of its Founding Donor, a Colonialist and Slaveowner
Sir Hans Sloane’s bust will be moved from prominent display to a secure cabinet alongside artifacts explaining his work in the context of the British empire.
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Melania Trump’s Revamped Rose Garden Is Rough Around the Hedges
While Jackie O rose to the occasion, Melania’s redesign reinforced her reputation for severity in her style choices.
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See Newly Digitized, Public Archives on Recitalist Marian Anderson’s Life and Work
The University of Pennsylvania Libraries launched its publicly accessible archives of renowned contralto and Civil Rights activist Marian Anderson.