Description
"Collecting Art during a Time of Social Change" explores the intricate connection between art, social transformation, and the evolving practices of museums, collectors, and artists. This panel delves into the pivotal role of art in activism and the expression of social struggles while underscoring the imperative of inclusivity and diversity in the art world. The panel discussion features three key individuals who will reflect on their journey and provide strategies for the next wave of socially conscious collectors.
Dot Red, a curator of Visual Art conversations and exhibitions, advocates for diversity and inclusion within the art industry. With a focus on revolutionizing the business of art through virtual and live conversations, Dot Red emphasizes the transformative power of art and culture in emphasizing shared social values.
Our panel "Collecting Art during a Time of Social Change" invites visitors to reflect on the impact of social transformation in the art world, while absorbing new methods of collecting. By exploring the evolving roles of museums, collectors, and artists, this panel encourages critical engagement with art's capacity to reflect and shape society. Embracing diverse voices, embracing social change, and reimagining the rules that govern the art world are recognized as essential in navigating this new environment.
Speakers
Barbara Earl Thomas
Barbara Earl Thomas, a visual artist based in Seattle, challenges established norms through her artistic creations, which explore themes of activism, identity, and social justice. By examining her artistic processes, intentions, and community engagement, we gain valuable insights into how artists reshape the art world. We approach her work discussing her work as art of the moment or does it offer real substance to those collected and have collected in the past. Artists like her play a significant role in redefining the boundaries of art, inspiring meaningful dialogue, and encouraging critical questioning of our assumptions. Thomas is represented by Claire Oliver Gallery, NY, NY. The Illuminated Body, touring exhibit, currently on view at the Chrysler Art Museum, Norfolk, VA., will also travel to the Wichita Museum of Art and the Arthur Ross Gallery, University of Pennsylvania, PA.
Josef Vascovitz
Josef Vascovitz, an arts advocate and activist collector, brings his expertise as a collector to the panel. With a particular focus on works from the African Diaspora and the Latinx community, Vascovitz explores how collectors respond to the shifting socio-cultural landscape and how their motivations for collecting have evolved, while still maintaining the natural motive of collecting timeless art. Many collectors have now become active supporters of artists who address social issues and seek artworks that resonate with the current spirit of the times.
John Goodwin
John Goodwin, Director of Community Philanthropy for the Portland Art Museum, will delve into the ways museums serve as platforms for fostering dialogue, challenging conventions, and amplifying underrepresented voices. Museums are redefining their collections and narratives by acquiring and displaying artworks that address crucial themes such as racial justice, climate change, gender equality, and political unrest. Portland Art Museum opens “Black Artists of Oregon” in September and will be the only West Coast venue for the November opening of “Africa Fashion.”
Partners
Seattle Art Fair
Seattle Art Fair
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🎨🌴 Dive into Miami Art Week 2023 with Dot Red! 🔍
🖼️ Uncover vibrant conversations, exhibitions, and special programming that promise an unforgettable experience! From @artbasel to @artmiamifairs + CONTEXT and @untitledartfairs , explore a myriad of contemporary masterpieces and captivating discussions featuring renowned artists, curators, and industry visionaries. Don`t miss out on the fusion of art and hospitality at @novacancymiami No Vacancy , transforming iconic Miami Beach hotels into immersive art destinations!
🌟 Get ready for a week-long celebration of creativity, diversity, and innovation! Stay tuned for insider insights and invaluable experiences! ☀️✨
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OPEN CALL → BIPOC-identifying, cross-disciplinary, multimedia, transmedia, and fine artists whose art bends time, challenges the preconceptions of both work and leisure, seeks joy (whatever that means to you), challenges the audience to engage in reflective daydreaming on what could be / has been possible. We are interested in how the lens of collective emotion defines technology’s purpose through interactive and immersive sensory experience.
Painting • Photography • Mixed Media • Sculpture • AR/VR • Installation • Sound Art
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Deadline to submit work is December 15, 2023.
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🎙️🖼️ See you all Today @ 12:30pm PST
Join us in our upcoming IG Live “Magical Realism and Expression” today Thursday, November 30th, 2023.
Featuring artists Marta Solaz, Samira Nowparast, and Ariel Vargassal in a conversation about their most recent exhibition at the Pablo Bogdan Gallery “Realism Dreams” curated by Jonathan Feldman. Pablo Bogdan, owner of the gallery, will be introducing the exhibition, curator, and artists as we explore this meaningful conversation.
Connect and share your questions. See you there!
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Love Poem Chicago | 1970 by @johnsimmonsasc
Enjoy the visual world of John Simmons, ASC! 📸
Discover the photographer’s timeless artistry within our latest online exhibition, “Photography is My Heart.” 🎞️
From the Chicago Defender to the American Society of Cinematographers, Simmons’ journey is a visual masterpiece.
Visit our online exhibition to witness Simmons’ talent for capturing moments of cultural history in Black America over the many decades.
See link in bio to read our most recent article for an exclusive look at the details of his work available 24/7 all around the globe! 🌐 www.dotred.co
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From the court to the canvas, top athletes are making moves in the art world! 🎨
Read the latest @nytimes article in the link in our bio, to discover how sports icons like Carmelo Anthony are becoming serious art collectors, spotlighting contemporary artists of color.
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🎨 Explore the vibrant L.A. art scene this weekend! 🖼️
Celebrate the best of contemporary art at Lisson Gallery (@lisson_gallery), Irvine Fine Arts Center (@irvinefinearts), Billis Williams Gallery (@billiswilliams.gallery), and Tanya Leighton Los Angeles (@tanyaleighton).
👉 This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, immerse yourself in the captivating works of renowned artists like Hugh Hayden (@huthhayden), Nadim Kurani (@nadimkurani.artist) , Hagop Najarian (@hagopnajarian), Max Presneill (@maxpresneill), Stephanie Sherwood (@stephanie_sherwood_art), John Sollom (@johnsollom), Curtis Stage (@curtisstage), Surge Witrön (@surgeinabottle), Dani Dodge (@dani_dodge), Carolyn Mason (@carolynmasonart), Barbara Strasen (@barbara_strasen), Mela M (@mela.m.studio1), Fabiola Gironi (gironifabiola), and Sara Issakharian (@saraissakharian)
📸 Mark your calendar and enjoy an art-filled weekend! 🗓️
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Collecting Art During a Time of Social Change
July 25, 2023, 8:00 am
