Remixed Van Gogh

Over the weekend, I was treated to an experience of the Immersive Van Gogh experience in Dallas, Texas. Designed by Massimiliano Siccardi and soundtracked by Luca Longobardi, the vibrant exhibit transforms 500,000 cubic feet of blank warehouse space with animated projections of Van Gogh’s art, accompanied by audio, that envelop the audience in the artist’s … Continue reading Remixed Van Gogh →

MCASB’s Lack of Community Connection

Last month, the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara (MCASB) unceremoniously closed permanently, with limited communication to its community via publicly accessible channels. The museum’s imminent closure was shared with its email subscribers in July, and in August the museum’s website was updated to reflect the closure as well. The closure came as a surprise, … Continue reading MCASB’s Lack of Community Connection →

The Dallas Museum of Art’s Disjointed Physical Space

The Dallas Museum of Art (DMA), established in 1903 and now located in the city’s Arts District, serves as a fairly traditional encyclopedic arts museum (“About”). DMA’s permanent collection presents a vast array of art across the globe and across time, and its temporary exhibitions also draw from international art historical influences. While the museum’s … Continue reading The Dallas Museum of Art’s Disjointed Physical Space →

The Kimbell Art Museum: Inviting Yet Ambiguous

The Kimbell Art Museum, established in 1972, is located in Fort Worth, Texas’ Cultural District. Operated by the Kimbell Art Foundation, the museum grew from the personal collection of Kay Kimbell and his wife Velma, who wished to “encourage art in Fort Worth and Texas” in a “museum…of the first class.” The mission statement created … Continue reading The Kimbell Art Museum: Inviting Yet Ambiguous →