Commentary to accompany the Rollins Museum of Art exhibition, Transformations: Spirituality, Ritual, and Society. Narrated by Akina-Naomi Kennedy.
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With an extensive collection and nationally renowned exhibitions, the Portland Museum of Art (PMA) is the cultural heart of Portland, Maine. The PMA boasts significant holdings of American, European, and Contemporary art, as well as iconic works from Maine—highlighting the rich artistic tradition of the state and its artists. The museum brings it all to life with unparalleled programming. From special members-only events, Free School Tours, and a commitment to family activities, to PMA Movie ...
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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By Rollins Museum of Art & WPRK
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On October 3, artist Nan Goldin joined collector and friend Michael Zilkha for an intimate conversation about art, Goldin's oeuvre, and the PMA exhibition of her work, on view through December 31, 2017. Moderated by PMA Deputy Director and Robert and Elizabeth Nanovic Chief Curator Jessica May.By The PMA
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Worthy of History: Tim Rollins & K.O.S. by The PMABy The PMA
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Changing Place: Photographer Michael Kolster And The Rebirth of the Androscoggin
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5:092015 PMA Biennial artist Michael Kolster has spent the last 4 years photographing rivers around the country, with specific focus on the Androscoggin, which borders studio in Brunswick, Maine. In this episode of The Backstory, Michael draws parallels between his photographic process and the inherent nature of rivers, while connecting the history of …
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In this touching episode of The Backstory, photographer Rose Marasco narrates the moments that brought her to Utica, New York in 1988 to photograph the Saint Rosalie Feast—and how that project affected her life and photographic career.By The PMA
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Andrew Eschelbacher, Susan Donnell and Harry W. Konkel Assistant Curator of European Art, on how the themes of seaside and leisure play out through The Coast & the Sea.By The PMA
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Andrew Eschelbacher, Susan Donnell and Harry W. Konkel Assistant Curator of European Art, on how The Coast & the Sea: Marine and Maritime Art in America is a reflection of ourselves and the meaning of the sea.By The PMA
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Andrew Eschelbacher, Susan Donnell and Harry W. Konkel Assistant Curator of European Art, on how The Coast & the Sea: Marine and Maritime Art in America has something for everyone.By The PMA
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An investigation into how social and historical theory can influence how we interpret works of art, through an examination of David Roberts' artwork and Edward Said's Orientalism.By The PMA
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In the late 18th century, legendary painter Benjamin West spent 20 years on a painting for King George III—all for naught.Image Credit: Benjamin West (United States, 1738-1820) The Ascension, 1801Oil on canvas, 49 1/2 x 34 inchesThe Berger Collection at the Denver Art Museum, TL-17385By The PMA
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