Sometimes it takes an outsider with a new set of eyes to see what others don’t. The result of that perspective is Belgian-born artist Serge Strosberg’s newest exhibit, Reimagining Palm Beach – Past, Present and Future, on display through May at the Cornell Art Museum in Old School Square, in the main downstairs gallery. Featuring 12 allegorical paintings reimagined for … [Read more...]
At the Cornell, ‘World of Water’ conveys urgent environmental message
With Jane Lawton Baldridge’s paintings of storm surges, Kasha McKee’s conceptual photographs of flamingos splashing in the West Palm Beach fountain and Suzanne Barton’s “arctic ice angel” — all surrounded by water sounds created by Fort Lauderdale-based multidisciplinary artist, David Rosenthal — The World of Water exhibition at the Cornell Art Museum has opened with a … [Read more...]
The art of the dazzle: Costume designer brings flair to Cornell exhibit
Costumes by award-winning costume designer Sean De Freitas are on display in the Cornell Art Museum in downtown Delray Beach, running through the summer. Filling two galleries with nine original and ornate costumes, this is an opportunity and respite from the year of COVID-19, says Cornell Art Museum director and curator Melanie Johanson. “His over-the-top designs bring … [Read more...]
Lazes’ ‘Paper Dolls’ pay homage to McQueen, Greek sculpture
By Sandra Schulman Inspired by both Greek sculptures from the Hellenistic era and the outrageous fashion forward designs of the late provocateur Alexander McQueen, multimedia artist Rick Lazes has created something new – a series of three-dimensional sculptures of paper dolls. As part of the Art Couture: The Intersection of Art and Fashion exhibit at the newly reopened … [Read more...]
Season Preview 2018-19: Palm Beach art
By Sandra Schulman After an unusually hot summer, the cooler temps and invigorating new art season are more than welcome. The art offerings are heavy on photographs and Florida history with glamour shots in the spotlight at the Flagler Museum, and Sunshine State history at the Boca Raton Museum. Former President Bush makes a Florida art show bow with portraits of the … [Read more...]
Summer season preview: In the PBC galleries
Who says we can’t have a tan and culture too? Contrary to popular opinion, art offerings in Palm Beach County don’t end with the summer. They actually go hand in hand. As temperatures soar, museums and galleries open their doors to welcome locals and tourists and any bikini body escaping from the sun. If the upcoming shows – featuring tapestries, paintings, photography and … [Read more...]
Seeing art, and yourself, in Cornell’s ‘Looking Glass’
By Lucy Lazarony The art in Looking Glass intrigues and invites. You’ll find yourself wondering just how an artist created a piece. And you’ll see your reflection peering back as you take a closer look. Melanie Johanson, curator of the Cornell Art Museum, says Looking Glass is the most interactive of all the shows she’s curated. She calls it “immersive.” Viewers of the … [Read more...]
Artist Siegel builds bridge to her art out of photos and paint
By Lucy Lazarony A mixed media artist based in Delray Beach, Vicki Siegel doesn’t choose painting or photography for a piece of art. Instead, she combines them. Siegel, an art educator who teaches at the Creative Arts School at Old School Square in Delray Beach and the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach, will be discussing her artwork Jan. 25 at the Cornell Art Museum, … [Read more...]
Delray’s Cornell Museum gets ready for its new look, reopening
By Lucy Lazarony Closed since June for renovations, the Cornell Art Museum in Delray Beach will reopen in November for an exhibition called Looking Glass, which features artwork that incorporates reflection in the work, be it the reflection of the viewer or the space around the art piece. Looking Glass is an opportunity to welcome back the public and show off the nearly … [Read more...]
Milagro Center young artists meet the Highwaymen
By Lucy Lazarony The Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square and the Milagro Center have come together for an exhibit in honor of Black History Month. One part honors Florida’s past — with stunning paintings by the Highwaymen, African-American artists who beginning in the 1950’s captured Florida’s lush landscapes and seascapes and wildlife. often with bright daring … [Read more...]