Georgia O’Keeffe
The “Mother of American modernism” was best known for her paintings of enlarged flowers, New York skyscrapers, and New Mexico landscapes. Georgia O’Keeffe’s fame for… Read More »Georgia O’Keeffe
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Mary Edmonia Lewis
Worthy of inclusion in any and all surveys of fine western art! Mary Edmonia Lewis (1844-1907), also known as “Wildfire,” was an American sculptor. Edmonia… Read More »Mary Edmonia Lewis
Exploración del Arte Latino: Exploration of Latin Art
On display at the Summerlin Library from August 20 through November 3, 2024. Showcasing Excellence in Latin Culture for Hispanic Heritage Month On display at… Read More »Exploración del Arte Latino: Exploration of Latin Art
Mariachi Band Performance Postponed
Please check back later in the year. The Knudson Middle School Mariachi Band performance, which was scheduled for Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the Summerlin… Read More »Mariachi Band Performance Postponed
Should Museum Admission Be Free?
There are pros and cons to the differing approaches for funding access to art institutions. The Museum of Modern Art recently increased their admission price… Read More »Should Museum Admission Be Free?
Carter G. Woodson
In an attempt to correct such an obvious oversight, Woodson co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, Inc. Now known as… Read More »Carter G. Woodson
Jacob Lawrence
His art tells the story of his communities, the African American experience, and life in Harlem. The abstract figures and flat primary colors that would… Read More »Jacob Lawrence
Introduction to the Icons
Both Romare Bearden and Jacob Lawrence have extensive bodies of work that showcase Black history intertwined with art. Familiarity with their work is a foundational… Read More »Introduction to the Icons
Left of Center: A 30 Year Legacy
The Left of Center Gallery is located in the Las Vegas metropolitan area. They have a superb African Art collection, a fine art gallery that… Read More »Left of Center: A 30 Year Legacy
Harold Bradford
A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Bradford received his MFA From the University of Washington, focusing on both graphics and fine art. His work ranges… Read More »Harold Bradford