The arts need support from civic leaders who understand their importance to the city’s health today and in the future. By voting tomorrow, May 16, you will be casting your vote as a citizen who is an artist, maker, culture worker, lover of the arts and person who understands that the arts are vital to our lives.
Read MoreAlex Smith reviews the kaleidoscopic visions of Terence Nance’s SWARM, in the heart of Philadelphia, at UPENN’s ICA, through July 9, 2023.
Read MoreHi, this week is light. There are three exhibitions to highlight and a few free events for everyone to enjoy. At Grizzly Grizzly, a solo exhibition of sculptures by David Herbert, alter the space and reference Western art historical cannon. Artists Johannah Herr and BK share sculptures and collaged iconography through the lens of professional wrestling at Fjord Gallery. 2202 Alter Street Studios holds open studios and a sale on Saturday, May 20th. Plus more events and exhibitions.
Read MoreIn the local arts funding universe, one funder, The Velocity Fund, https://velocityfund.org/ gives grant awards directly to artists for their experimental and collaborative work in the Philadelphia community.
Read MoreHi, lots of new shows are opening in the first few days of May. Including Our House is on Fire and Pandemic Flowers. at the Da Vinci Art Alliance with Exciting news comes with the newest exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Judith Joy Ross’s traveling retrospective visits its only U.S. venue here in Philadelphia. Hot Bed is hosting a talk with artists Su Knoll Horty and Krista Dedrick-Lai from the Leading a Colorful Life group show this Friday. Hope you’ll find something to interest you.
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