On the hit-list of artists guaranteed to pack the house, Picasso is near the top. But the current show at the Guggenheim, “Picasso Black and White,” deserves extra points for ingenuity. This artist, whose work spans no less than eight decades and a near-infinity of media, paintings and drawings, sculpture […]
As a third-generation American, I confess that I rarely think about my birthright of freedom. Lady Liberty, often mass produced as kitsch souvenirs for tourists, has become a ubiquitous logo for New York like that of the Eiffel Tower for Paris. Illuminating the glass-enclosed Prow Art Space of Manhattan’s Flatiron […]
The current show at the Metropolitan Museum in New York demonstrates the adage, “different strokes for different folks.” People of a certain age, who remember Warhol, his city and his entourage, his Factory and his every publicity-stoked action, react as though they are visiting old friends. Younger attendees, who did […]
Audubon’s Aviary: The Original Watercolors for the Birds Of America edited by Roberta J.M. Olson (Skira Rizzoli, $85.) This gorgeous edition is a must-have for lovers of birds, art or Americana. All 435 of the great naturalist’s original sketches are included. This book reproduces the entire collection of the New […]
Lisa Breslow’s New York State of Mind Artist Lisa Breslow’s solo show, “Recent Works” is at the Kathryn Markel Gallery in Chelsea, from November 15 thru December 15. Breslow’s work is a love song to New York. Central Park and the High Line, Chelsea, Long Island City andthe Village; these […]
There’s good reason why The New York Times called art sites that “quirky little gallery.” Thanks to its inventive director, Glynis Berry, this landmark art space in the sleepy, historic town of Riverhead, Long Island in New York, has persevered during this recession where others have failed. Ms. Berry loves […]
B“ased on four gentle exercises, meditation and the study of the principles truthfulness, compassion and tolerance, the ancient discipline of Falun Dafa has transformed my life in the most wonderful ways,” says the Finnish former fashion model and international cosmetics spokesperson Mrs. Pia-Maria Norris. “It’s all the wisdom of ancient […]
Women, Money, and Today’s Retirement Despite all of the other advances made in our society in recent generations, women continue to face unique challenges when it comes to preparing for their financial futures. Recognizing the Shortfalls For starters, women on average still earn less than men, according to the Department […]