Classical associations with bees have included abundance and order, but these days any mention of the miniscule marvels tends to spark anxiety about environmental doom, colony collapse, and the shadowy bearing that this could have on human life. And along with a sense of fascination, these were the associations that sprung to mind when viewing […]
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“Inspiring Beauty” exhibits impact of Ebony Fashion Fair
The annual, traveling show spanned five decades, and helped bring color to the catwalk.
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Retrospective exhibit explores human nature
After teaching for 38 years at Nazareth College, Lynn Duggan will retire at the end of this semester. The current exhibit at the college’s Arts Center Gallery is a retrospective that spans nearly four decades of her work, and includes the elegant jewelry and sculpture Duggan is known for as a masterful metalsmith, and mixed […]
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Winter wonder fans
For some artists, winter makes the world come alive If you think winter can be summed up by the words “cold” and “dreary,” you’re not looking close enough. Overcast skies scatter light, which shows off the vibrancy of normally subdued hues. And through the talents of some of the area’s artists, we can re-learn how […]
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Exhibit at Main Street Arts gazes toward nature
A swoony show of works by Emily Glass and Kristen T. Woodward is currently on view at Main Street Arts. Through their art, each answers the call of the wild differently, meditating and reflecting upon the fierce beauty that surrounds us. While stunning bits of nature are the active ingredient in both artists’ work, it […]
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Retrospective explores Coburn’s brief but prolific career
A few weeks remain to catch Eastman Museum’s retrospective of the life and work of photographer Alvin Langdon Coburn. Three galleries full of images, as well as objects from Coburn’s personal life, tell the story of a talented and intrepid young artist. Though Coburn lived a long life (1882-1966), he produced his staggering amount of […]
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Memorializing a master
Two shows currently on view at RIT galleries explore the work and legacy of the late artist and educator Keith Howard. Hosted in two parts at Bevier Gallery (James E. Booth Hall 7A, RIT Campus, 73 Lomb Memorial Drive) and Gallery r (100 College Avenue), “Flux: Keith Howard and His Legacy” commemorate the life and […]
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RIT hosts exhibit of Milton Glaser posters
Even if you’re unfamiliar with the name Milton Glaser, you’ve definitely seen the renowned American designer’s work. Glaser is the man behind the ubiquitous “I Love New York” logo, and has designed countless arresting posters, packaging, publications, and environments. Through February 26, RIT’s University Gallery is holding an exhibit of 24 of the 60 Glaser […]
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Star-crossed artists
Art history nerds: gather ’round! Through January 24, a beautiful, surreal film currently screening in Memorial Art Gallery’s Lockhart Gallery (500 University Avenue) provides a great opportunity to play a little game of art “I Spy.” Canadian artist Marcel Dzama’s 2013 “Une Danse des Bouffons (A Jester’s Dance)” is chock-full of references to the work […]
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Oxford ends 2015 with old and new works
During each holiday season, Oxford Gallery presents a showcase of some of the best work of the past year by artists it represents. In addition to displaying previously shown pieces, this year, owner James Hall also invited the artists to submit new work. Featuring pieces by more than 45 artists working in a wide variety […]
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Lucinda Storms stands out across styles
On a recent chilly, rainy morning, painter and glass bead maker Lucinda Storms and I drank tea and discussed her work in her cozy space at the Hungerford Building, where she has had studios on and off for 20 years. Currently, she’s situated in a long space on the third floor, her row of windows […]
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Shoppertunity at “Wintercraft”
Only a few more days remain of “Wintercraft,” the annual holiday show and sale of handmade items made by local artists, held at Genesee Center for the Arts & Education (713 Monroe Avenue). The show features decorative and utilitarian ceramic vessels and Rochester-pride ornaments, colorful aprons, and a variety of letterpress goods. This latter group […]
