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Stephanie X. Yao
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‘Common Threads: Weaving Stories Across Time’ Holds True to Its Name
“Common Threads: Weaving Stories Across Time,” which runs through Jan. 13 at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, features a diverse collection of textile-inspired artworks of different mediums, created by contemporary artists from around the world. The exhibit strives to “explore the ways in which the art of the past continues to inspire artists now” and executes this goal perfectly. Each piece is distinctive from the others, and ties together both old and new elements of textile art in a novel way.
‘Common Threads: Weaving Stories Across Time’ Holds True to Its Name
Even for non-contemporary art enthusiasts, this exhibit is a must-see. Though the exhibit itself is not large, it leaves a powerful impression on the viewer that will last well beyond the walls of the museum. “Common Threads: Weaving Stories Across Time” truly lives up to its name, beautifully demonstrating how art can break barriers and connect people across time and across cultures.
A Celebration of Día de Muertos Through ‘Coco’
“The end result was a kind of flipping of that power dynamic of who gets to tell a story and who doesn't get to tell a story. We got to tell our story and own our story.”
A Probe into How Machines See Art
With a collection of over 250,000 pieces, the Harvard Art Museum is looking for a more efficient way to categorize their art with artificial intelligence.
Everyone Gets Lost, But ‘Navigating by Stars’ Shows You How to Get Home
“Navigating by Stars” is a calming and comforting read that is a reminder that no one is completely alone.
A Heartfelt Story About ‘Family’
“Family” is an endearing, fun-to-watch, and occasionally cheesy story about the importance of family.