Monthly Archives: November 2015

Artist Chakaia Booker Gives Tires a Powerful Retread

Posted on 11/24/2015 by alicia

The first thing you notice is the smell. It’s a bit industrial, but also, maybe a tiny bit pleasant. The odor encapsulates Chakaia Booker’s latest massive sculptural work, displayed as part of the “Wonder” exhibition at the recently reopened Renwick … Continue reading →

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Califf Breezes Through Nomination Hearing for FDA Chief

Posted on 11/18/2015 by alicia

WASHINGTON — Most members of a Senate committee had few reservations yesterday about Robert Califf’s qualifications to be the next commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). “You come here today with impressive qualifications,” said Senate Health, Education, … Continue reading →

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How Thousands of Dead Bugs Become a Mesmerizing Work of Extraordinary Beauty

Posted on 11/06/2015 by alicia

Jennifer Angus’ artwork is startling, especially when it dawns on you that what is on view is not beautifully drawn, patterned wallpaper. Depending on your mindset, it’s either a nightmarishly freakish, or beautifully mesmerizing assemblage, of insects Beyond the visceral gut … Continue reading →

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