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arts-and-culture2 years ago•2 min saved

"MacArthur Foundation Awards $800,000 'Genius' Fellowships to Four Artists"

Four artists, María Magdalena Campos-Pons, Raven Chacon, Carolyn Lazard, and Dyani White Hawk, have been named as winners of the MacArthur "genius" fellowships, receiving $800,000 each over five years. These artists, who have exhibited their work in prestigious events such as the Venice Biennale and Whitney Biennial, explore a range of themes including Afro-Cuban heritage, sound and memory, accessibility and labor, and Native American craft. The awards are considered among the most significant recognitions for artists in the US.

via ARTnews|

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arts-and-culture2 years ago•6 min saved

Unraveling the Intricate Tale of Her Artistic Baskets

The story of Louisa Keyser, a Washoe weaver known for her exceptional baskets, is complex. While she was promoted as a "princess" with a special weaving style, the truth is that she was a Washoe woman named Louisa Keyser. Her baskets, featuring distinctive incurving bulge and fine stitching, were influenced by other Native American peoples' basketry techniques. The Cohns, who initially hired Keyser as their washerwoman, spun myths about her to enhance the artistic value of her baskets. Despite the embellishments, Keyser's work is highly regarded and can be found in prestigious museums. Five of her baskets will be showcased at the Independent 20th Century art fair. The story raises questions about cultural appropriation and the complicated relationship between Keyser and her white patrons.

via The New York Times|

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