Spotlight Editorial
Courtney Puckett Creates a Field of Her Own
Courtney Puckett is a Hudson Valley-based artist working with found materials and textiles to create sculptures that explore the world around her. Taking on different "characters", Puckett's sculptures reflect people and occupations of everyday life, inviting the viewer to parse meaning in our societal roles. Upon joining Testudo's roster of artists, Puckett shared her experience of discovering fiber art by abandoning painting for the more playful, malleable material she found in textiles.
Art School for the Wild: An Interview with Sarah Grass, Artist and Founder of The Pack
In addition to her studio practice, Sarah Grass is Founder of The Pack, a new alternative art school. Now in its third year, the school offers both short and long-term virtual courses, one-off intuitive art reading sessions, and ongoing drop-in sessions. Having served over 50 participants in 10 states, five countries, and counting, The Pack is carving out a new (digital) space for artists seeking a different kind of creative dialogue.
5 Stand-Out Gallery Shows in New York City This September
With so many shows to see at galleries around New York City, our co-founder selected five stand-out September shows. Featuring a diverse array of artists and mediums, these shows are not to be missed this month as the summer fades.
5 Museum Shows to See This Fall in New York City
In a city with so much on offer, here are 5 exhibits to see in New York City this fall. The selected shows offer an impressive variety and span different artistic mediums, time periods, and geographies. From the origins of Fauvism to contemporary conceptualism, these shows provide a comprehensive and diverse opportunity to broaden your horizons.
Fire Island Pines at 70: Pictures Worth A Thousand Words
For the 70th Anniversary of Fire Island Pines, John Dempsey and Ben Tousley document decades in gay paradise in a limited release booklet. Using the book as a guide, writer Matthew Herskowitz traces the enclave's history with artists.
Studio In Situ and Ecological Equilibrium: Interview with Artist Duo Alchemyverse
Alchemyverse, the NYC-based artist duo, makes multisensorial installations, rooted in extensive field research and production in remote locations, trace passage of time and the history of the earth. Yihsuan Chiu connected with Alchemyverse during their artist residency on Rabbit Island, Michigan.
Indigenous Matriarchs, Art as Cultural Preservation, and Experiencing the Human Touch in Clay: An Interview with Artist Raven Halfmoon
With her show, “Raven Halfmoon: Flags of Our Mothers,” currently on view at The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Connecticut, Annie Lyall Slaughter interviewed artist Raven Halfmoon for a conversation on indigenous perseverance, falling in love with clay, and bringing contemporary ideas to ancient traditions.
