Northwest artist John Grade first made a name for himself with small, finely executed drawings and mid-size sculptures that subtly evoked the aesthetics and workings of organic matter. His current sculptural work and large-scale installations tend to reference phenomena from different geographical locations and point to a continued interest in the natural world.
“Shattering Glass”
Katonah, New York “Shattering Glass,” curated by Ellen J. Keiter and…see the full review in December’s magazine.
Lynda Benglis: Material Personae
Lynda Benglis’s recent sculptures consistently direct the viewer to their material qualities. However, it is the narratives that develop in relation to the materials and shapes that are stressed in her works. As one moves from their commanding physical power to the richness of their metaphoric and emotional associations, their playful intelligence becomes more evident.
Tom Joyce: The Iron Iceberg
When the Twin Towers fell, Tom Joyce was in New York for an exhibition of his work at the Museum of Arts and Design. Several months later, a friend sent him a vial of ash from the site.
Miami: Sculpture in the Pleasure Dome
In December, as crowds pour into town for Art Basel/Miami Beach, Miami will once again become the darling of the international art set. Art Basel puts Miami in a brilliant spotlight, but there are other major players contributing to the city’s reputation.
Tony Feher
New York Tony Feher finds poetry in industrial and…see the full review in December’s magazine.
Weston Teruya and Michele Carlson
San Francisco It’s been said that one of the critical…see the full review in December’s magazine.
Loretta Quinn
Malvern and Richmond, Australia Loretta Quinn’s mid-career survey included major
Book Review : Mark di Suvero: Dreambook
Mark di Suvero: Dreambook shows the daring, greatness, and…see the full review in December’s magazine.
