The 84^th Artist Members Exhibition and Mary Boochever: Chart of the Inner Warp opened at Guild Hall on Saturday, October 28, with a members-only reception. Earlier in the day, Awards Juror Virginia Lebermann, Ballroom Marfa Co-Founder & Board President, selected Claire Watson as the Top Honors recipient.

Claire Watson’s Bye Gone, 2023, is constructed of pattern parts of leather pants, leather remnants, thread, canvas, and gesso. Watson’s work encompasses drawing, sculpture, and mixed-media constructions from found materials. Her recent work is based on shapes found in salvaged, disassembled leather clothing made with traditional sewing and self-taught tailoring techniques.

In addition to the Top Honors prize, Lebermann awarded Honorable Mentions to Michael Butler for his acrylic painting The Pepperidge Tree, Philippe Cheng for an untitled work on sandpaper with archival inks, Isla Hansenfor her mixed-media Hand Tools (or Tools for No Masters) made of stainless steel, thermoplastic and shown on wood, Mary Margaret Lambert for her oil and charcoal Revenant, and Chris Siefert for his mixed-media Rib. Robert Longo received a Juror’s Special Award for Untitled (After Cave Painting in Lascaux).

“I’m excited by all the potential brewing at the newly refurbished Guild Hall,” shared Awards Juror Virginia Lebermann. “The fertile history of this multi-disciplinary institution is being ushered forward with respect and style by its current Director, Andrea Grover and Director of Visual Arts, Melanie Crader. Being a juror for the Artist Members Exhibition was a beautiful introduction to the dedicated community surrounding this illustrious East End Institution. I’m looking forward to many years of engagement in visual art, performance and education at Guild Hall.”

Since its inception, the Artist Members Exhibition has supported artists and Guild Hall by offering the works on view for purchase, with proceeds split evenly between the two. Works in all forms of media, from painting to sculpture, can be found on Guild Hall’s Shopify page, with prices ranging from $125 to $14,000. 

In addition to the Artist Members Exhibition, which is presented in the Marks Family Galleries North and South, 2019 Top Honors winner Mary Boochever’s Chart of the Inner Warp can be viewed in the Tito Spiga Exhibition Space. Boochever was chosen by former MoMA PS1 Associate Curator Jocelyn Miller. Deeply rooted in research and investigations of color systems, Boochever creates color experiences for the viewer through her paintings, sculptures, and installations.

Both exhibitions are open through January 8, 2024. Galleries are open Friday to Monday, 12-5 PM. Museum admission is always free.

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Mark your calendars for the much-anticipated return of the Artist Members Exhibition (AME) at Guild Hall, located at 158 Main Street, East Hampton. From October 29, 2023, to January 8, 2024, immerse yourself in the world of art with this exceptional showcase, which also highlights the captivating works of Mary Boochever, the 2019 Top Honors award-winner, featuring her mesmerizing ‘Chart of the Inner Warp.

The Artist Members Exhibition, a tradition dating back to 1938, continues its legacy as the oldest non-juried museum exhibition on Long Island. This vibrant exhibition features over 300 pieces of art, offering a diverse range of media. Just like the Salon concept, this exhibition brings together established artists, emerging talents, and first-time exhibitors, offering a unique glimpse into the artistic practices within our community. This platform allows you to support and applaud the artists living and working in our immediate region, while also providing artists with the opportunity to sell their remarkable creations. Early participants in this initiative included art luminaries like James Brooks, Lee Krasner, Willem de Kooning, Alfonso Ossorio, Charlotte Park, Jackson Pollock, and many others.

Guild Hall takes pride in attracting national and international art professionals to select the Top Honors Award and Honorable Mentions. The Top Honors Award recipient will be granted a solo exhibition at Guild Hall. This year’s juror is none other than Virginia Lebermann, the Co-Founder and Board President of Ballroom Marfa, who also calls the East End her home.

In conjunction with the Artist Members Exhibition, you can also explore the remarkable work of Mary Boochever, the recipient of the Top Honor prize in 2019. Mary’s creations delve deep into the realms of color systems, delivering captivating visual experiences through her paintings, sculptures, and installations. Her solo exhibition, “Chart of the Inner Warp,” will grace the Marks Family Gallery North – Tito Spiga Exhibition Space.

Both exhibitions open on Saturday, October 28, with an exclusive Members-Only Reception from 4-6 PM. They will then be accessible to the general public from Sunday, October 29, 2023, to January 8, 2024. Gallery doors will be open from Friday to Monday, 12-5 PM, and as always, museum admission is free. Throughout the exhibitions’ run, a series of Lunch Break discussions and Creative Labs will be presented, featuring discussions on topics inspired by the artworks on display and future projects.

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What’s a better duo than a new construction, hot on the market property, and a contemporary art show? In real estate, there’s close to nothing. On Oct 6th, Saunders & Associates agent Vince Horcasitas held an open house at his new listing at 6 Marley Lane in East Hampton with a special twist. Pairing up with contemporary artist Brendan Murphy, Horcasitas thought up the interesting idea to thoughtfully display both Murphy’s sculptures and paintings throughout the property, adding to the magic that this listing has to offer. Modern luxury meets Hamptons style is what comes to mind when walking through this beautiful new build.

Murphy, whose studio is currently based in Miami, FL, is known for his experimentation with form and color. His pieces worked so well inside Horcasitas’s property for their stark contrast to 6 Marley Lane’s sharp edges, obsession with lines, and clever combination of woods, metals, and marble.

Both the property and Murphy’s art explore beauty in different ways. His sculptures are bound by loud colors and symbols similar to that of traditional “graffiti” art, to create an out-of-this-world feeling within the viewer. Some of the words in Murphy’s pieces you are able to make out, and some you aren’t, posing this interesting dichotomy rooted in the need to understand the otherwise indecipherable human experience.

6 Marley Lane is a property that moves and conforms to the layout of its 0.78-acre lot. All of its angles lead to one vanishing point: a magnificent pool and backyard. Just when you thought you had seen all of Murphy’s pieces, you walk out into the yard to find a sculpture lying on the wall of the hot tub-pool combination. It was in viewing this piece that you are really able to see the symbiotic relationship that this property and Murphy’s art have together. Spectacular doesn’t quite cut it, but you’ll just have to see 6 Marley Lane come to life with the help of Brendan Murphy for yourself.

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“The Abstract Expressionist movement is renowned for its male superstars, but it’s crucial to recognize the pioneering women of the genre as well. The ‘Heroines of the Abstract Expressionist Era’ exhibition proudly presents the remarkable works of artists like Lee Krasner, Elaine de Kooning, Perle Fine, Joan Mitchell, Helen Frankenthaler, Alice Baber, Lynne Drexler, and more. Their art, which has long deserved recognition, is finally gaining the appreciation it deserves among contemporary audiences at the Southampton Arts Center from October 7th to December 17th.

“I am truly delighted that this last exhibition celebrating our 10^th anniversary will feature a major exhibition of art created by legendary Woman artists from the Abstract Expressionist movement, a period in art forever linked to the East End.  It allows us to celebrate our rich cultural heritage and introduce many artists to a new generation of visitors.”  Notes Christina Strassfield, Executive Director.

They are also celebrating the contributions of women whose work, though not strictly abstract, is associated with the Abstract Expressionist era. These individuals were integral parts of the vibrant New York art scene. Among them are Mercedes Matter, Hedda Sterne, Jane Freilicher, and Jane Wilson. These works, by First and Second-generation Ab Ex Women artists, are drawn from the collection of Rick Freidman and Cindy Lou Wakefield.”

This exhibition features paintings, sculptures, and works on paper that are visually mesmerizing and technically complex. It offers the widest breadth of any private assemblage of this genre, featuring 100 works by 31 women artists. The artwork demonstrates how these artists pushed themselves in new directions as leaders and total participants in the Abstract Expressionist movement. The artists and their work were undervalued and overlooked for many years but have recently been revisited and re-evaluated, giving these artists their due.

Abstract Expressionism was the first specifically American style to achieve international influence, and, as a result, 1940s New York replaced Paris as the center of the art world. The style was characterized by experimental, gestural, and nonrepresentational painting, and for some artists associated with the movement, abstract art and blurring the lines between representational and abstraction expressed ideas concerning nature, the spiritual, and the mind. For others, it was a way to explore formal and technical concerns. This exhibition differs from other exhibitions by focusing on the  1950 New York School and the migration of many of these artists to the Hamptons.

For more than sixty years, these women’s contributions to the movement were forgotten, while works by men such as Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning have been canonized in the history of American art. It has taken the dedication of scholars and curators—and the commitment of a handful of visionary collectors like Rick Friedman and Cindy Lou Wakefield—to restore these women artists to their rightful place in the history of American art.

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The East Hampton-based artist Hiroyuki Hamada has created a site-specific outdoor sculptural installation at the South Fork Natural History Museum located at 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton. The exhibition, Matter on the Ground, was put together by the artist for the Parrish Road Show. This is the Parrish Art Museum’s offsite exhibition series now in its 12^th season, and they are excited to feature the three large-scale sculptures by Hamada whose work is known for exploring the parallels between nature and art.

The installation opened on September 9^th and will be on-view daily through October 10, 2023 at the South Fork Natural History Museum. Hiroyuki will be doing an artist talk at the Parrish Art Museum on September 29^th at 6:00 p.m. where those in attendance can learn more about his process and his work. He spoke more about his background, what drew him to this medium, and his influences and inspiration.

How did you get your start in the arts and what drew you to this medium?

HH: I used to be a child who didn’t mind getting stuck in my room making things or drawing for hours. But all that went out the door when I became a teenager. It was hard for me to face what the world is really made of. I was angry and very frustrated. That was when I was still living in Japan. Then my father’s job took our family to the US. I learned English and started to take classes at a nearby community college where I met an art teacher, Karl Jacobson, who showed me what art can do. It was shocking. I didn’t grow up looking at art at all so I simply didn’t know visual art could do what music or books could do. I was blown away and I was immediately hooked.

Did you have any early influences in your career?

HH: Well, everything sort of happened very quick for me. I got obsessed with art after my experience at the community college. I spent almost all of my waking hours making something.  Within a few years I was in a graduate program doing the same thing.  So I didn’t know much about “art world” early on.  I think I learned from other students (graduate and undergraduate) about famous artists I should have known—like Rauschenberg, Jasper Jones, Eva Hesse, Tapies, Louise Bourgeois, and so on. I remember the impact of seeing Jackson Pollock for the first time at MoMA, just being overwhelmed with emotion, tears coming out of my eyes.

How would you describe your style?

HH: That’s a tough question for someone who is actually in the middle of making. It reflects my decades long pursuit in my studio and my personal history of art making in general. I rely on forms as opposed to subject matters. I try to emphasize simplicity but beneath that there are many layers of contradiction and depth. In short, I guess I’m into the visceral impact. It’s not too much about tools of expression, narratives, themes, and so on. I started all this when I was hooked on the mysterious quality of visual elements—just simple marks on pieces of paper, for example—having a power to move me. But of course, we live in the physical world with real materials, history and networks of human relations, natural phenomenon, and so on. Needless to say, I have to work with real situations with real materials within their contexts. So I’ve struggled in my studio in my own ways, and one thing led to another, and I came to do what I do. So I assume I can sort of describe my style relative to what other artists do perhaps, but that doesn’t really point to the essence of it I’m afraid.

Do you have favorite subject matter to explore in your work?

HH: I’m interested in this strange quality that transcends our positions in the given social formation. When I first saw my community college teacher’s paintings and drawings, I understood the visual language without sharing the culture, social norms, beliefs, and values. So that is still the thing I am after.

Where do you find inspiration?

HH: Well, you work in your studio all the time for a long period of time and you are constantly surprised by what you observe there. So I am sure I get inspired by my daily life, what other artists do, but the primary inspiration comes from the momentum of my practice.

How were you able to cultivate your own unique style over the years?

HH: I’m interested in the fact that within what you do in your studio, you come up with your own ways of relating things. When materials react with each other and form dynamics, that’s not subjected to social imperatives, which skew relations one way or the other in our daily lives. I feel connected to something bigger than the social conditionings we are subjected to 24/7. There is an inherent power in art that’s not bound by the structural mechanism of our society. It has potential to speak beyond the walls of class, nationality, gender, and so on. In essence, this is the major motivating factor for me. So for me it’s been existential to make things. It makes me feel alive. That keeps me going.

Is your art a form of self-expression? 

HH: It is and it is not because it is undoubtedly me who’s engaging in the making process, but at the same time it is about how things are in general. I’m really passive in my studio. I listen to what elements are doing and I sort of manage things so that the dynamics come to resonate with me in meaningful ways. In a way, I’m just letting things happen.

What are you most looking forward to about the exhibition Matter on the Ground? 

HH: Well, I’ve been working on the pieces for a while and I’m really happy how they turned out so it is exciting to share the work with those who would be interested. I think we are social beings and we share our perceptions as a collective, and that’s a good feeling.

What do you hope viewers take away from your work?

HH: It would be nice if the work resonates with people in some special ways, and if they can enjoy it I’d be happy.

What’s your favorite pastime or aspect about being located in the Hamptons?

HH: I love the splendid natural-scape. We have quiet beaches and wonderful trails to hike. I’ve been enjoying growing vegetables and fruit trees. It’s nice to feel the rhythm of nature and see how lives emerge and make sense out of the intricacy in harmony.  

Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?

HH: I want to thank everyone who have been appreciating my work. Like I said, to me, it’s not just about me secluding in my studio doing whatever. I believe things can be different, and we have the vast universe outside of our immediate pile of obligations and necessities. If we can step out of all that and see things differently for a moment, I think that’s a good thing.

Head to the South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton any day from now through October 10^th to view Hiroyuki Hamada’s sculptural installation Matter on the Ground and take in the visceral beauty as art and nature interact with one another. For more information, visit the Parrish Road Show.

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Local artists, including seasoned painters and emerging talents, are ready to dazzle you with their latest creations at the 30-Squared Art Group’s Summer Finale Art Show and Sale, which begins on Thursday, September 7th and runs through Sunday, September 17th. Join them for a welcoming party and meet-the-artists reception on Saturday, September 9th at 4 pm at The Water Mill Museum Art Gallery (41 Old Mill Road, Water Mill, NY 11976).

The group has been a stalwart supporter of artistic endeavors, inspiring friends to engage in a 30-day art creation challenge. Despite the name, “30 Squared” doesn’t restrict itself to square images but signifies 30 days and 30 creations. Today, this group converges to present their collective work in a unique exhibition.

The current exhibition features the work of 24 talented local artists, and diversity is the hallmark of this showcase. This passionate group of creatives delights audiences with their relatable, locally inspired, and stunning artwork. As you stroll through the exhibit, you’ll encounter rich, deep compositions, delicate pieces, and thought-provoking subjects adorning the gallery walls.

Hosted at the Water Mill Museum Gallery, the “Summer Finale 2023” is a must-visit event. This art gallery is open to everyone, and it’s a family-friendly experience. Whether you prefer to pay with cash, checks, credit cards, or PayPal, the event accommodates various payment options.

The welcoming reception takes place outdoors on the scenic waterfront deck, providing a picturesque view of Mill Creek. It’s an opportunity for you and your friends to enjoy the beautiful surroundings while engaging with the local art scene.

Visitors to the Water Mill Museum Gallery will be treated to a visual feast. The gallery walls are adorned with numerous landscape, floral, abstract, and still-life works of art. This is a once-a-year chance to witness our local “Squareds” collectively presenting their finest creations.

Every purchase you make at this exhibition contributes to the preservation of this historical landmark and museum. By supporting local art, you are also helping maintain this cherished piece of history for future generations.

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In collaboration with Azure Arts and Young Developments, “Untethered: An Experience of Free Association” unveils an exquisite ensemble of paintings, photographs, sculptures, and design masterpieces by New York’s avant-garde artists, including Amanda Wall, Angel Cotray, Gbemi Mustafa, Ken Van Sickle, jdx, Gina Kropf, Melanie Luna, Jonathan Schafer and Forma Rosa Studio. This collection also showcases secondary market masterpieces sure to captivate art enthusiasts.

Join for a transformative exploration of art, history, and identity, at the architectural design wonder of 26 Cedar Farm from August 25th through August 27th. 

Drawing inspiration from Andre Breton’s Manifesto of Surrealism (1924), the exhibit navigates the thin line between vulnerability and enlightenment, echoing sentiments that challenge the very essence of existence and artistry.

The art in this exhibition provides updated explorations of the profundity and multiplicities of human consciousness Breton emphasised. In“the absence of any known restrictions”, he wrote, the artist has “the perspective of several lives lived at once; this illusion becomes firmly rooted within him; now he is only interested in the fleeting, the extreme facility of everything.”

Amanda Wall encapsulates spiritual fragility through aura portraits, weaving tales of English pioneers and Cherokee Native American ancestry, emphasizing the duality of the American spirit.

Angel Cotray, an accomplished New Yorker, merges rich art history with modern narratives, sculpting stories of self-discovery amidst isolation, with a therapeutic underpin.

Gina Lumsden Kropf channels a cathartic journey, with each brushstroke revealing a battle with past traumas and societal perceptions, ultimately translating mental tumult into canvas masterpieces.

jdx delves deep into the urban heartbeats, capturing the intricate dance of identity in the metropolis. His evocative snapshots have graced international galleries, including Tokyo’s renowned “Outsider” exhibit.

Ken Van Sickle offers time’s portal, transporting audiences to yesteryears of Paris, New York’s Beat era, and the famed Warhol Factory. His distinctive techniques blur timelines, melding classic imagery with avant-garde perspectives that create dreamscapes reminiscent of Chagall.

Forma Rosa Studio seamlessly blends the technological and handcrafted, crafting pieces that resonate with Brooklyn’s contemporary ethos and Peru’s artisanal heartbeat.

Jonathan Schlafer, an Amagansett sculptor, transforms East End Long Island landscapes into striking art using reclaimed wood, concrete, and steel. His diverse works range from small to XL totems to furniture, all intricately finished with oils, bleaching, or the Japanese Sho Shugi Ban technique.

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As the sun set over the Southampton Arts Center on Saturday, August 19, over 450 dinner guests settled in for an evening celebrating SAC and its 2023 Champion of the Arts Award Winner, founding board co-chair Simone Levinson, honored for her long commitment to the arts scene of Southampton. With contributions still pouring in, even after the spectacular event, the event is expected to raise over one million dollars for the institution’s year-round programming.

The lavish event was attended by an eclectic mix of Southampton Arts Center supporters including Frederick Anderson, Ross Bleckner, Candace Bushnell, Lisa & Jimmy Cohen, Renee Cox, Lisa Dennison, Wendy Federman, Ivy Getty, Caroline Hirsch, Robert Longo, Sondra & David Mack, Gaia Matisse, Aoki Lee Simmons, Ming Lee Simmons, Lisa & Steve Tananbaum, Pamela & Edward Panzer, John Paulson, Hilary and Wilbur Ross, Peter Thomas Roth and Stefani Sanchi.

Guests enjoyed a visit to  Change Agents: Women Collectors Shaping the Art World, on view through September 30, 2023, marking the first exhibition of its kind at the Arts Center to unite the unparalleled visions of 14 women collectors dedicated to championing artists and further impacting the cultural landscape through dynamic discourse and an ambition for change.

The evening’s entertainment was provided by Academy Award Winner Ariana DeBose and Broadway Star and Grammy Nominee Jessica Vosk. Guests enjoyed food from Acqualina and participated in a live and silent auction of works including celebrity photographer Harry Benson, whose exhibition A Moment in Time: Iconic Images by Harry Benson was recently on view at Southampton Arts Center. Sponsors included Sotheby’s, Donum Wines, Bvlgari, Peter Thomas Roth, Splash, Donum Wines, and Meredith Marks Caviar.

2023 Honoree Simone Levinson shared, “Having long held both the arts and the Southampton community dear, I am thrilled and honored to receive this year’s Champion of the Arts Award. The 10th anniversary of Southampton Arts Center marks a successful decade of serving a local and international community, which I am proud to be a part of, through dynamic programming feeding lively discourse – currently exemplified by our exhibition Change Agents: Female Collectors Shaping the Art World.”

Following SummerFest, After Dark welcomed guests from 10pm to 2am with a surprise performance by Saucy Santana and a set from DJ Professor from Set Artist Management.

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Celestial Garden, an exhibition by Leo Villareal opened at Guild Hall on August 5^th in the newly renovated Marks Family Gallery South. Guild Hall is located at 158 Main Street in East Hampton, and this exhibition will be on view in the gallery until October 15^th.

The exhibition features the premiere of Villareal’s newest light sculpture: Celestial Garden. He uses computer-generated algorithms as his medium to create hypnotic light, grand-scale artworks. Villareal utilizes a custom computer software and complex coding for his designs, with an end result that is highly unique, creating light forms that move and transform. Celestial Garden is yet another fantastic feat in the light medium that will be displayed for two months exclusively at Guild Hall.

Celestial Garden is more than 10 feet tall and 28 feet wide, and it is made up of an array of LED lights that are dispersed through vinyl, making for a grand light sculpture. Zero-gravity chairs were designed by Villareal for viewers to sit in and immerse themselves more fully in the art. The light work was inspired by nature with its complex configurations and movement. The installation will not only capture the sense of sight, but sound as well. An ambient, tonal soundscape created and composed by Villareal will accompany the imagery for a truly immersive and sensory experience.

Leo Villareal is an artist based in New York City and the North Fork of Long Island. For thirty years, he has been crafting sequenced light artworks for museums and public spaces internationally; he has transformed iconic city landmarks with his vibrant installations. 

Villareal says, “I am honored to have an opportunity to exhibit my latest work, Celestial Garden, at Guild Hall. I very much appreciate Guild Hall’s history, which embraces a long-term interdisciplinary program as well as civically engaged interactions with the community. As a resident of Orient, NY, I am inspired by the deep creative legacy of arts on Long Island and am happy to be part of this legacy.”

Guild Hall is equally excited to welcome the New York-based artist. Melanie Crader, Director of Visual Arts at Guild Hall spoke about the anticipation and intricacies of the artist’s work, saying, “Villareal’s monumental, mural-sized light sculpture references the history of mark-making and painting, and will resonate with our visitors as artists have always been attracted to the East End of Long Island for its stunning natural light properties.”

Executive Director of Guild Hall, Andrea Grover, further discussed the cultural center’s excitement by noting, “We are thrilled to present Leo Villareal’s Celestial Garden. Villareal’s visionary techniques, combining experiential technology and light art, are aligned with Guild Hall’s mission to bring leading contemporary art to East Hampton. We are excited to share Leo’s immersive exhibition with our visitors in our new and improved gallery.”

Guild Hall can’t wait to welcome visitors to Leo Villareal: Celestial Garden, which will be on view in the Marks Family Gallery South from August 5^th through October 15^th of the 2023 season from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. Thursday to Sunday. Gallery hours differ after Labor Day, and starting September 4^th they will be open Friday to Monday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Head over to Guild Hall in East Hampton where admission is free and enjoy the immersive experience of Celestial Garden! To learn more, visit https://www.guildhall.org.

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East Hampton’s Guild Hall opened their newly renovated galleries this month and are featuring a solo exhibition by artist Renee Cox. The exhibit was organized by curator Monique Long, and Renee Cox: A Proof of Being is a collection of the artist’s most well-known photographs from the past thirty years—1993 to present to showcase her evolution through performative self-portraits. The exhibit opened on July 2^nd and will be on-view until September 4^th. The galleries are open from noon until 5:00 p.m. Thursday to Monday at Guild Hall, located at 158 Main Street in East Hampton.

Curator and organizer Monique Long says, “Renee Cox’s intrepid gaze has been a part of the zeitgeist for nearly thirty years. Her work has been influential across disciplines including popular culture, music, fashion, and of course, visual art.”

Renee Cox is a Jamaica native working as a visual artist in several mediums, with her main focus on photography and video. Her driving motive is to break down stereotypes and preconceived notions whether they be about gender, race, or sexuality, and she aims to engage and challenge her viewers. Getting her start as a commercial photographer, her interest was set on the fine arts. After earning an MFA from the School of Visual Arts she has worked as a visual artist, curator, lecturer, and educator. She has also regularly contributed to the New York Times Magazine. She is based in both Harlem and Amagansett, NY where she continues her important and standout work.

Renee Cox: A Proof of Being includes some of Renee’s most recognizable work. Her Yo Mama series has been described as “groundbreaking” in the art world. Also on display will be her photos to Queen Nanny, a Jamaican hero, which have similarly been noted as “iconic.” Along with these revolutionary pieces of art will be her Soul Culture, a recent work premiering in New York for the very first time, and a video installation.

Guild Hall Director of Visual Arts, Melanie Crader spoke about the artist and anticipated exhibit of the summer. She says, “Renee Cox’s work underscores the importance of examining visual culture, and we are pleased to work with her along with Monique Long to present this survey of Renee’s work as the first exhibition in our newly renovated galleries.”

Guild Hall was founded in 1931 and has been a hub of the arts on the East End ever since. They are a museum, performing arts center, and educational institute that invites everyone to experience culture, and serve as inspiration for endless creative potential and conversation surrounding the arts. They are on the cusp of their centennial, and felt it was time to make big improvements and renovations to the beloved facility so it can be enjoyed for years to come.

All of those involved in Guild Hall can’t wait to welcome visitors to the newly renovated gallery, and Renee Cox: A Proof of Being is just the exhibit to kick off their renovation and summer season. Head over to Guild Hall in East Hampton where admission is free and enjoy the immersive experience. To learn more, visit https://www.guildhall.org.

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