Author: A Scholarly Skater
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Holy Land treasures, with a side of modern Rococo: a visit to the Frick
On a merry and crowded December Saturday, I visited two great exhibitions at the Frick Collection in New York – a rare North American showing of historic church treasures and a clever contemporary take on Rococo painting.
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Art Museums in (and near) London: my incomplete guide
I’ll spill the tea about five fantastic art museums in and near London, but it’s just a fraction of the great art on view in this city.
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A New Building and a New Perspective for the Princeton University Art Museum
Not only does the Princeton University Art Museum have a great new building, but its fresh curatorial approach gives the museum a unique point of view. I am truly impressed by the transformation.
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Gold, Mummies, and a Dinner Party: The Brooklyn Museum
One of America’s oldest museums, the Brooklyn Museum has a rich collection of American, Egyptian, and feminist art.
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I’m So Delighted by the Newly Renovated Frick Collection
I attended a preview of the renovated Frick Collection in New York and was delighted by every aspect of it. Get all the details ahead of the Apr 17 opening.
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How to Understand and Interpret Abstract Art
This article discusses the basics of abstract art, common misconceptions, and tips for how to understand abstract art whenever you encounter it.
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Siena: The Rise of Painting exhibition review
My review of the exhibition Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300-1350 at the Met Museum. I enjoyed this show and the beautiful works within.
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Understand and interpret art with The Art Museum Insider
Here’s how my book, The Art Museum Insider, will teach you how to understand art, interpret art, and feel confident in art museums – all without years of study.
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How to Research Art – A Guide
It’s back to school time, and that makes me feel even more scholarly than usual. So, I thought it would be nice to talk about a school-type subject – researching art. This guide gives advice about types of sources, choosing good sources, thinking critically, tackling challenging topics, and more.
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Which Type of Art Lover are You?
I came up with eight different art lover types based on my experiences and observations. Which one(s) do you identify with most?
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How to Understand Art without Wall Texts
Wall labels can be mixed blessings, but it’s disorienting when they’re absent. Here’s my best advice for what to do when the labels fail you.
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Ruins with a View: The Rock of Cashel
The Rock of Cashel is a dramatic medieval Irish ruin on a hill above the plains of Co. Tipperary. It has five surviving buildings you can tour.
