Modernist Frieze?
The Unforeseen Shift at Frieze New York 2017: A Modernist Takeover? Frieze New York 2017 presented an unexpected face to its eager attendees. Traditionally celebrated as a vibrant crucible for contemporary art, showcasing the cutting edge and the fresh from the studio, this particular edition felt remarkably different. The prevailing sentiment among many was encapsulated […]
Whitney Biennial 2017
Although my engagement with the Whitney Museum’s regular curatorial program can be somewhat intermittent, I find myself consistently drawn to and often deeply appreciative of its celebrated Biennials. These sprawling exhibitions, known for their pulse-taking survey of contemporary American art, frequently offer a compelling snapshot of the current artistic landscape. The 2017 Whitney Biennial, in […]
Why Are We Celebrating Jewish Feasts?
It is increasingly common for Christians to celebrate the biblical, Jewish feasts. Jesus himself in the New Testament celebrated biblical holy days. In fact, it was very important for Jesus to celebrate the seasons of the Lord. The Gospels record that our Lord Jesus not only celebrated the festival, but He took traditional elements of the […]
Jerusalem 1000–1400
This exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum demonstrates the key role that the Holy City played in shaping the art of the period from 1000 to 1400. What a special exhibition this is! We are celebrating the Jewish New Year this coming Sunday. Jerusalem is indeed the holiest city in the world where our Lord Jesus […]