Photo courtesy of Lavin LahijiUpon returning for a second semester abroad in Florence, Italy, the last thing I expected to do was see an art exhibit designed by a Chinese man. In Palazzo Strozzi, an exhibit of mass proportions and popularity was presented; the world-renowned artist/activist is Ai Weiwei from Beijing. Ai’s exhibit, overflowed with anti-establishment, … [Read more...] about Art is the New Protest
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Weisman Museum Features Distinguished Contemporary Artist Larry Bell
Photos by Symphony Barnes The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art at Pepperdine premiered its latest exhibit, “Larry Bell: Pacific Red,” featuring works by contemporary artist, Larry Bell, on Jan. 21. Entering the museum and turning right, passing the museum’s front desk, is an introductory text panel on Larry Bell on the left-hand side. The panel gives a brief … [Read more...] about Weisman Museum Features Distinguished Contemporary Artist Larry Bell
Explore LA with Museums Free-For-All Day
Photos by Ella Gonzalez Living in Los Angeles can rack up fees of its own: parking tickets from an unforgiving parking enforcement officer, overpriced dairy substitutes purchased at the behest of your new year’s resolution to be more “health conscious,” and swamp-colored pressed juices to cultivate your Southern California Instagram aesthetic. For a college student bound … [Read more...] about Explore LA with Museums Free-For-All Day
Artists Corner: Yena Kim
Photos Courtesy of Yena KimShe had an opened, sketch-filled notebook decorated with eraser dust at the front desk of the Weisman Museum. Technically, she was at work, but she wanted to use the lack of steady visitors on a Saturday afternoon as an opportunity to sketch some characters and faces. Yena Kim, a fourth-year art student, takes her day job as the Weisman Museum desk … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Yena Kim
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photos Courtesy of Lizzy LeBleu"I felt pushed to expand my world in a way I wasn't getting, it felt like a bubble at first, but I really feel like I have a community here," Lizzy LeBleu said.She was sitting facing the glass doors, with her earphones in, but took one out to greet her friend as she approached the table. After they exchanged a “Have a good day,” she … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories