In Brief
A Ceremonial Chord Change for John Cage's 639-year-long Concert
An organ recital of a piece by the composer began in 2001 and will run until 2640. This weekend, listeners gathered to hear its 14th chord change.
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Your Concise New York Art Guide for September 2020
Your list of must-see, fun, insightful, and very New York art events this month.
Announcement
The School of Visual Arts Division of Continuing Education (SVACE) Presents Art & Activism: Nourishing Conscious Communities
The free virtual symposium will take place during Climate Week NYC, from 12 to 7pm (EDT) on September 25, 2020.
Film
A River in Crisis Runs Through Southeast Asia
Five directors speculate on the uncertain future of the Mekong River in the anthology film Mekong 2030.
Film
The Unwavering Beauty of In the Mood for Love
Twenty years later, Wong Kar-wai’s celebrated film remains a master work of affect, though the eeriness of certain scenes sit more heavily given current events in Hong Kong.
Books
Vivid Posters Chart a “People’s History” of the Struggle for Social Justice
Enjoy an excerpt of Celebrate People’s History, a timely book of political posters reprinted by the Feminist Press.
News
Ava DuVernay Partners With Gallery for Exhibition Benefitting Law Enforcement Accountability Organization
The partnership with Signature African Art will present a two-part exhibition of work by artists reflecting on the African diaspora.
Interview
Meet the NYC Art Community: Shelby Lorman Has Awards for “Good Boys” and Ideas for Doing Better
An interview series spotlighting New York’s creative community. Hear directly from artists, curators, and art workers about their current projects and personal quirks.
News
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.
Art
Required Reading
This week, Apple's new sphere, demanding the impossible, objectivity in journalism, the absence of Latinx people in US mainstream culture, who defines racism, and more.
Books
César Aira Portrays Artforum as an Object of Desire
The novelist transforms the magazine into an ambiguous symbol of everything its reader might lack.
Books
Where Does a Work of Art Belong?
Like the international financial markets, the art museum is a controlling Western institution.