Ame: Japanese Weather in Woodblock Prints
Ukiyo-e, a traditional form of Japanese woodblock printing, originated during the Edo period. Rain, and other forms of weather, were re-occurring subjects for several ukiyo-e artists.
Jun 1, 2024
Ukiyo-e, a traditional form of Japanese woodblock printing, originated during the Edo period. Rain, and other forms of weather, were re-occurring subjects for several ukiyo-e artists.
Jun 1, 2024
Armand Merizon was an artist who refused to be held to any one style or template for how art should be represented.
May 29, 2024
Social movements involve groups of people trying to create change in the world. These changes could be political, social, cultural, or environmental, among other topics. Artworks are often created in direct response to these movements.
May 1, 2024
To be able to see a representation of oneself is empowering. To see representation in an institution dedicated to displaying and preserving artistically and culturally significant objects is affirming.
Apr 1, 2024
Born in the 20th century, abstract art is marked by its freedom of color, shape, and lack of conventional composition. Abstract art was widely accepted by the 1940s, but the galleries featuring abstract art were still missing one thing- female artists.
Mar 1, 2024
Over the years, the Art Gallery has worked with other artists who, like Caraccio, have collected prints by artists who they have worked side-by-side with, collaborated with, or simply appreciated their story and artwork.
Feb 1, 2024
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