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Forty years after Richard Avedon’s In the American West captured miners, drifters, farmers and other overlooked workers, his granddaughter Caroline Avedon curates Facing West at Gagosian London to reframe the landmark portraits for a younger audience, foregrounding the people behind America’s image and reflecting on the work’s ongoing social relevance and its controversial reception.
Gagosian gallery in New York is hosting an exhibition called "Lichtenstein Remembered" to celebrate the centenary of pop art icon Roy Lichtenstein. The show focuses on Lichtenstein's lesser-known sculptures, which have received less attention compared to his famous paintings. The sculptures, described as "drawings in space," are characterized by bold colors, angular lines, and a playful, cartoon-like aesthetic. The exhibition highlights Lichtenstein's ability to create sculptural works that appear flat yet textured. The show offers a fresh perspective on the artist's career and showcases his lasting influence on contemporary artists.
To celebrate Richard Avedon's centenary, over 150 artists, musicians, fashion icons, and other public figures have selected their favorite images from his extensive portfolio for the exhibition and book "Avedon 100" at Gagosian in New York. The images cover the full scope of Avedon's career, including his groundbreaking portraiture of models, Hollywood stars, politicians, social activists, and everyday Americans. The exhibition showcases six decades of his work, chosen by figures who run the gamut of culture and media.