Tag Archives: Boise Art
An Inquisition Dressed in Art’s Clothes
At once timeless and unsettled, the loftiest questions about life continue to both plague and inspire philosophers, scientists, artists and, well, just about everyone. It seems we’re collectively stuck here, spinning, at least for the moment. There is historical evidence … Continue reading
Free Bird-boar-trout-alope: The Exquisitely Wild Work of Olive Wicherski
In the world of artist Olive Wicherski, it is perfectly reasonable for a bear to have the tusks of a walrus, or for a human face to be embedded in a mound of fur, while simultaneously growing barnacles, flowers and … Continue reading
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Star Moxley isn’t just thinking outside the box; she’s thinking in, around, on and beyond it. As the centerpiece of Moxley’s six-month-long residency in the 8th Street Marketplace, the box has undergone dramatic transformations. From month to month, we’ve watched … Continue reading
Pin ItFade Out, Fade In: Documentary Filmmaker Seth Randal Retells History
“The only new thing in the world is the history you don’t know.” -President Harry S. Truman A giant, American flag hangs in the window, set apart from those seen flapping in the wind these days by two stars. Big … Continue reading
Pin ItAdrian Kershaw: From Videotapes to Vessels
You may recognize Adrian Kershaw as the mastermind behind the enormous, crocheted and knitted VHS tape covering that wrapped the courtyard wall during Modern Art 2012 and the following weeks. You may have discovered her soft sculptures on display in … Continue reading
Pin ItEvery day is eARTh Day
After a long, hot holiday of perfecting the art of the burger flip/beer sip while simultaneously reapplying sunscreen and making sure the embers from the Sparkling Glories didn’t land in a pile of dry weeds, downtown art galleries provided air-conditioned … Continue reading
Top 15 Things To Do This Summer
1| Check out the exhibitions at Enso Artspace, Chris Binion: Handle with Care and Cate Brigden: Souvenirs | Thursdays 3pm-8pm through August 1. Click here for more info. 2| Cool down at the Owyhee Plaza Hotel’s Splash Bash pool parties … Continue reading
Boise AiR Artist- Chad Erpelding
As mentioned by Boise State University, Chad Erpelding’s (new assistant professor- BSU Art Department) work investigates the physical and mental spread of culture on a global scale through references to maps and charts. He is interested in the movement of people, … Continue reading
Pin ItTen Things To Do In Boise By The End Of The Year
1. Check out Welsh Garcia Production of SEX a.k.a Wieners and Boobs at the Visual Arts Collective 2. Visit the Boise Art Museum exhibit- Critical Messages: Contemporary Northwest Artists on the Environment 3. Go to the Story Story Night- Goes … Continue reading
Check out the Boise Arts & History Map and meet cover artist Amy Lunstrum
This map will allow you to take a self guided tour of public art and historic locations found in Boise, Idaho. Click here to down load your map today. Meet Amy Lunstrum, cover artists for the new Boise Arts & … Continue reading
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