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Vanitas and decoration at Philadelphia Art Alliance

There’s more than meets the eye in Vanitas:Contemporary Reflections at the Philadelphia Art Alliance, which, true to its name, is about to expire–at the end of today (Aug. 12, 2010).

John Vick: How It’s Made

Post by John Vick Execution is essential to understanding. The way in which an idea is conveyed, a picture made, or an installation constructed greatly influences the viewer’s interpretation of the piece. This is true regardless of artistic intents or aesthetic penchants. Even with supplemental information, such as wall text or artist’s statements, poorly executed work will be neither convincing nor appealing.

Metals on display – Part 2 of Susan Myers’ report on SNAG

The 2009 Society of North American Goldsmiths Conference (SNAG) ended this weekend after three days of exciting lectures from artists and historians including Neri Oxman, Camille Paglia and Albert Paley among others. Of course all the out of town conference attendees have nothing but wonderful things to say about Philly! On the eve of the final night banquet, which will feature the usual “questionable house band and dancing by those who should not be dancing”, I would like to continue my insider’s report on the conference exhibitions, many of which will still be on view long after the dancing is ... More » »