In the Amalie Rothchild Gallery-
Jan 9 – 26 / Opens Fri Jan 11, 5:30-7:30pm
Ruth Pettus’ stark landscape paintings and misshapen sculptures of encrusted shoes cement the impression of an artist who is unafraid to prod the beach rubble. Here, she displays drawings from recent trips to Cyprus and Spain, small examples of pared down landscapes made from layers of oil pastel and mineral oil. She shares her technique with a hands-on artists’ workshop Sat Jan 19.
CPM Gallery recently announced that the run of Richard Ayodeji Ikhide's solo exhibition "Tales from Future Past" would be extended to November 22 by appointment. At the opening on September 27, the British-Nigerian artist was interviewed by luminary art historian, curator, and educator Lowery Sims.
The idea of a master narrative and the Eurocentric bias of earlier editions of this text have been pressured, and forced to make room for multiplicity and inclusivity. The history of graphic design appears here fresher, livelier, and more relevant.
This Week: Soft Gym celebration at the new YNot Lot, screening of "Without Arrows" at The Walters, artist talk with Jaz Erenberg at Loyola University of Maryland, Baltimore Clayworks Winterfest, Rooted in Joy reception at Coppin's Cary Beth Cryor Art Gallery, Arts for Learning celebration, and more!
Merkin Dream III expanded on themes of women’s rights, sex work, body image, and dysphoria through bold design, movement, and performance.
