Portrait Photography
December 25, 2024

Stunning Photographic Prints Celebrate the Traditional Regalia of Indigenous Americans

The term powwow derives from the Narragansett word powwaw, which translates to “spiritual leader.” It’s fitting, then, that powwows are essential celebrations of Indigenous heritage, culture, and sacrality. While traveling to powwows across Montana, Clark Dunbar has compiled a vivid portfolio that emphasizes the cultural valence and beauty of traditional regalia. The PowWow Portrait Project encompasses portraits of Indigenous subjects of all ages, each photographed within mini-studios staged by Dunbar at state powwows.

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Art
December 23, 2024

Immersive David Hockney Exhibition Presents Colorful and Intimate Journey Through the Artist’s Inner World

One of the world’s most influential living artists, David Hockney, once claimed: “I believe that the very process of looking can make a thing beautiful.” A new retrospective dedicated to the British artist beautifully proves this point, inviting visitors not only to look but to plunge head first into his art. Originally staged at London’s Lightroom in 2022, Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.