Artistry

Innovative artists and gallery exhibits

Abercrombie, a jazz-loving bohemian, often pictured herself as a bewitched woman in black. She painted 'The Church' in 1938. (Painting loaned for the exhibit by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art; photo by Edward C. Robison III)

Visions of Strange Worlds Within Ourselves: Gertrude Abercrombie’s Paintings at Carnegie Museum of Art

A long-neglected artist’s work gets an intriguing revival in Pittsburgh

Parts of 'KAWS + Warhol' are spooky. The immersive experience pictured here by KAWS is called 'Tide.' (© KAWS, photo: Farzad Owrang)

‘KAWS + Warhol’ = A Surprising New Art Brew at The Warhol

A unique show combines Andy Warhol’s art with pictures and sculptures from KAWS—and lo, the combo works.

Edie Sedgwick became a close friend of Andy Warhol, acted in his films, and was a rising star in the New York fashion scene—all before tragically dying young. A short film-to-video clip of Edie is part of the 'Unseen' exhibition at The Warhol. This still frame shows Edie in her prime, glowing through a rose-colored haze. (Image © The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, PA, a museum of Carnegie Institute. All rights reserved.)

‘Unseen’ Art at The Warhol: More Than We Knew

The Warhol Museum’s show displays artwork by Andy that has been, figuratively speaking, in the closet

As a conceptual project, artist John Baldessari once burned his early paintings and had the ashes baked into cookies. But then he made artworks like this, now part of the special show at Carnegie Museum of Art. The title: 'Nose & Ears, Etc.: The Gemini Series: Two Profiles, One with Nose and Turban (B&W); One with Ear (Color) and Hat.' Image © John Baldessari and his estate, courtesy Sprüth Magers; photo: Sean Eaton.

‘What Do You See?’: The Fine Collection at CMOA

A new show at Carnegie Museum of Art is an eye-opener and mind-opener

Joan Brown, 'The Dancers in a City #2, 1972.' Enamel paint and fabric on canvas; 84 x 71 3/4 in. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Gift of Alfred E. Heller © Estate of Joan Brown . (Photograph: Katherine Du Tiel)

Note to Self: Joan Brown Exhibit at CMOA

The Carnegie Museum of Art features an exhibit of contemporary works by Joan Brown.

If you are a tree-hugger, wear it proudly!

9th Annual Ecolution Fashion Gala Stresses Creativity and Conservation

The Ecolution Fashion Gala is a fun and environmentally friendly event.

" a part of Tishan Hsu's multi-piece outdoor installation

Art at the 58th Carnegie International: Seeking a Greater Good

The latest edition of Pittsburgh’s blockbuster art show ventures into new ground.

1911 – 1988). Homage to Mary Lou (The P iano Lesson)

Romare Bearden Exhibit at The Frick Art Museum

Highly talented African American artist Romare Bearden spent several formative years in Pittsburgh which had a strong impact on his artistic contributions.

Prince of Pop Meets Street-Art Phenom: ‘Warhol and Basquiat’ at The Warhol

Jean-Michel Basquiat and Andy Warhol, born than a generation apart, generated some fascinating art together.

Frida Kahlo in Photos: Twinned Shows at The Frick Pittsburgh Reveal an Artist’s Life

Pittsburgh gains rare insights into a woman who has become a global phenomenon.

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