Blog post by Ibrahim Kante Vulcan Presenting Arms to Venus for Aeneas, Francois Boucher, oil on canvas, 1756. Clark Museum. I enjoyed the trip to Mass Moca and the Clark museum. The Clark museum has more interesting art work. One of my favorites is the Vulcan Presenting Arms to Venus for Aeneas by…
Blog post by Dylan Ostrander While visiting the Mass MoCa, one piece of art struck me harder than any other. The piece is by artist Izhar Patkin. It is a stunning, brightly colored anodized aluminum sculpture of Don Quixote saddled on his horse in a curious position whilst reading a book. As we entered Izhar…
Blog post by Kat Souza March 20, 2014 At Mass MoCa, I observed Darren Waterston’s work, a new exhibition taking place until February 1st, 2015. I payed special attention to his piece, Filthy Lucre. This installation piece was incredible, with extravagant detail in every corner of the room. Waterston played off of the famous…
Blog post by Rose Mulhern 3 March, 2014 The exhibit “60 from the 60’s” is a collection of sixty works from photographers who were active during the 1960’s in the United States. The collection is on loan to the New York State Museum from the George Eastman House in Rochester, NY. The exhibition…
Blog post by Briana George Recently I was able to visit The Albany Institute for History and Art, and was particularly interested in the Hudson River School painters exhibit. As a current art history student ( I’m minoring because there is no double major offered ) I always find it so surreal seeing works that…
Blog post by Jeanmarie DeKleine The New York State Museum is known for its collection of art and artifacts showcasing American history. Currently, the museum is exhibiting modern photographs of the 60’s, from the George Eastman House. “The 60’s from 60’s” show is an exciting collaboration of works by photographers such as; Harry Callahan, Benedict…
Blog post by Jessica Walker I visited the State Museum in Albany New York this past week to view the exhibit 60 from the 60s. The collection of artist that were presented were photographers that captured the different views of the time. The exhibit was an intimate affair, with just one small hallway with artists…