The Art of Curation
Curation is the heartbeat of any thriving museum, an intricate dance of specialist, educator, and exhibit-maker, serving as the guardian of art's essence. The responsibilities may vary, but the core elements remain consistent – from nurturing collections, conducting research, to the meticulous crafting of exhibitions. For many curators, it's a solo endeavor, juggling budgets, loan agreements, and marketing. The art world would be incomplete without the tireless work of these creative guardians.
Evil Eye as Surveillance, Witch as Professor
This blog post provides insights into the author's christy roberts berkowitz perspective and academic journey, setting the stage for the "Witches and Witch Hunts" college course by outlining its objectives and teaching methods.
Probably Just the Wind
"Probably Just the Wind," curated by Aaron Gach, explores how we each encounter death uniquely, as something both private and public, feared and celebrated. It also looks at how politics and history affect who lives and who dies.
Art and Magic
n art, a deep connection to magic has always existed. Recent exhibitions like "Hilma af Klint: Paintings for the Future" at the Guggenheim showcase art's enchantment. Scholars note a resurgence of occult art exhibitions. Timothy Morton sees art as a kind of magic, shaping us profoundly. The 2022 Venice Biennale, inspired by Surrealist Leonora Carrington, embodied this enchantment, urging us to find magic in art. In our challenging world, the longing for magical hope persists, seen in global peace initiatives and enchanting artworks. Art remains a source of hope and transformation.