Modern Art Monday Presents: Alex Katz, The Black Dress

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Photo By Gail

Writing about Alex Katz’s work, Frank O’Hara identified his wife Ada’s complex role in her husbands iconography: “the heads and figures of Ada give this beautiful woman, through his interest in schema, a role as abstract as that of Helen of Troy; she is a presence and at the same time a pictorial conceit of style.”

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Happy Mother’s Day, 2024!

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Artwork: Sadie Barnette’s Photo Bar From Signage at The Met (Photo By Gail)

To all of the Moms and Pet Moms in my readership, I would like to wish you a lovely Mother’s Day! If you’re not a Mom yourself, but you’re lucky enough to have your Mom still here on the planet, don’t forget at least give her a call!

Benefits of Hiring a Homeschool Tutor for Your Child

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Homeschooling allows parents to customize their child’s educational journey based on their needs and learning styles. It also fosters a stronger child-parent relationship. However, homeschooling also requires sacrifices, most of which some parents cannot afford to make.
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Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Flamingo, Reverse Goblet By Fritz Dreisbach

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This distinctive Pink Flamingo Reverse Goblet (1992) by Fritz Dreisbach is part of larger collection of art glass goblets owned by the Museum of Arts and Design in Manhattan. The collection is displayed in a rather out of the way location, which is against the street-facing windows of a stairway alcove, which takes advantage of natural light enhancing the translucency of the glassware.
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LeRoy Neiman: Master of Motion and Sports Artistry

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Kentucky Derby By Leroy Neiman

This article delves into the artistic legacy of LeRoy Neiman, highlighting his unique approach to sports art, particularly his vivid, dynamic depictions of the Kentucky Derby. Known for his use of bold colors and a sense of movement, Neiman’s work captures the essence of various sporting events with a focus on the social and cultural dimensions they encompass.
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