Contemporary Art and Fake Populism at Cowboys Stadium
I stand staring up at Solar Arrangement, Dave Muller’s sprawling mural at Cowboys Stadium. It’s 21 feet tall by 131 feet wide and extends over the bathrooms and the adjacent concession stands with their digital menus touting lipids and libations. Kanye West’s “Power” pulsates in the background. I’m trying to look at the art but [...]
Aurora Awards Joan Jonas its 2011 Award at Upcoming Gala Awards Dinner
Houston Microcinema Aurora Picture Show has named the pioneer video and performance artist Joan Jonas as its 2011 Aurora Award winner. The award will be presented at the $250 -a-plate 11th Annual Aurora Award Dinner on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Jim McAlister. The Aurora Award, presented annually to [...]