New York Close Up
Art21’s digital documentary film series New York Close Up is devoted to artists in the first decade of their professional career, living and working in New York City. Providing an intimate look at the next wave of artists, Art21 collaborates with artists to imagine new ways of telling stories about their creative process, political and aesthetic philosophies, personal backgrounds, and community perspectives.
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Abigail DeVille Listens to History
March 7, 2018
Through her immersive performances and installation works, Abigail DeVille celebrates the bravery and optimism—while also memorializing the suffering—embedded within the African American experience.
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Art21 Turns 21: Let’s Celebrate!
From our modest beginnings huddled in a New York City apartment all the way to our soon-to-be-aired ninth season on PBS, our organization has built a rich history and legacy since our founding in 1997. This year marks the 21st anniversary of our founding—cause for us to honor our past and celebrate a legacy still […]
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Event: Film Screening & Talk with Jordan Casteel, Apr. 5
Join Art21 and The Studio Museum in Harlem on April 5 at Maysles Documentary Center for a screening of two films from our New York Close Up digital series, featuring artist Jordan Casteel.
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