Is Art for Pleasure or for Politics?
Should art always have deep meaning? Or should it exist simply for beauty’s sake? This has been a long-standing debate in the art world. Some argue that art without meaning ignores the realities of life, while others believe that beauty alone is enough to move us, to make us feel something. In Washington, DC, several Black artists explored this dilemma even further, pushing people to think deeper about what art can be. Featuring art historian Rashieda Witter.
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Video: Print Like a Great: Elizabeth Catlett
What happens when legacy, artistry, and womanhood collide? LaToya Hobbs creates a stunning woodcut portrait of Naima Mora, inspired by the life and work of legendary printmaker Elizabeth Catlett—Naima’s own grandmother.
Video: Master Printmaker LaToya Hobbs Creates a Woodblock Print Inspired by Elizabeth Catlett
Master printmaker LaToya Hobbs creates a woodblock print portrait of Naima Mora, referencing the sculpture Naima created by Elizabeth Catlett.
Video: Inside the Corcoran’s Incredible Art Collection
From 1869 to 2014, the Corcoran Gallery of Art was one of the oldest art museums in the United States, reflecting the country’s move from the ashes of the Civil War into the 21st century.