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A century of Robert Rauschenberg: Blurring Boundaries, Redefining Art

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When you think of artists who changed the course of 20th-century art, Robert Rauschenberg stands out not just for his revolutionary ideas, but for his fearless exploration of materials, media, and meaning. “Painting relates to both art and life. Image courtesy of Steven Zucker, Smarthistory co-founder via Flickr.

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Anni Albers: Weaving Modernism into Art and Design

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Infusing the abstraction, simplicity, and geometric order typical of modernism, Albers designs experimented with new materials, like synthetic fibers, metallic threads, and cellophane to create textiles that were strikingly modern and often imbued with visual illusions and spatial depth.

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Arctic Visions: A Look at Inuit Art

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Inuit art showcases the rich and vast history of cultural production that responded to shifting environments, enlivened storytelling, and longstanding spirituality using primarily natural materials. Head north with us as we explore the brilliance of Inuit art. Jessie Oonark RCA OC – Baker Lake.

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No-holds-barred biography of dealer and collector Douglas Cooper paints a picture of a fearless, controlling and deceitful man

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Sirvins: courtesy Lille Métropole Musée d’art moderne, d’art contemporain et d’art brut Photo: Gloria Etting This book is the result of remarkable, two-pronged research into the life and collection of Douglas Cooper (1911-84) by the biographer Adrian Clark and the art historian Richard Calvocoressi.

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In Memoriam: Carl Grimm

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He interned at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, studying with lab Co-directors James Bernstein and Inge- Lise Eckmann. Dr. Stoner was especially pleased to welcome him back to the University of Delaware as one of the first PhD students in the new Art Conservation Research doctoral program.

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Show at Civil War-era fort spotlights California’s Black history from the 19th century to today

The Art Newspaper

Anderson from the California African American Museum in Los Angeles, who were instrumental in providing research and vetting materials made available to the artists. She is a perfect example of someone who is taking personal experience, historic research and site, and creating a work that is deeply resonant.”