An Interview with the Iconic Cultural Maven and Proprietor of Nancy by SNAC
"My identity was shaped by my surroundings, family, freedom to express emotions, and strict discipline from loving parents. My father would say, 'Be who you are, wherever you are.' My mother always wanted us to improve. If I came home with five As and an A-..."
An Interview with the Iconic Cultural Maven and Proprietor of Nancy by SNAC
"My identity was shaped by my surroundings, family, freedom to express emotions, and strict discipline from loving parents. My father would say, 'Be who you are, wherever you are.' My mother always wanted us to improve. If I came home with five As and an A-..."
Creating an Urban Haven for Children and Caregivers Alike
"My goal is for the space to become a hub for families and community members in the city and beyond. I want children to have a sense of ownership and to know that this is their place. I want parenting to feel less lonely."
A Ping-Pong Pop-Up Reimagines the Sport as a Framework for Memory, Movement, and Meaning
Running through May 31, Open Court transforms JMM’s largest gallery into a ping-pong arena, blurring the line between art and sport with spotlit tables, bleachers, scoreboards, and archival images.
A Conversation with the Artist Ahead of His Upcoming Exhibition at Erin Cluley Gallery in Dallas, Texas
"Star-Crossed: Recent Works by René Treviño" opens at Erin Cluley Gallery in Dallas, Texas on February 21 with a reception from 5–7 pm
A Conversation with MCA's Executive Director Nicholas Cohen
MCA has spent nearly 50 years lobbying lawmakers about the positive impacts of investing in the arts and working with arts organizations of all sizes from Oakland to the Eastern Shore to help them secure funding and advocate for themselves.
What the Metalsmith Makes of Pearls, Fake Hair, and the Unsung Heart
All of the work that I make is, to some extent, rooted in my own personal experience, but I try to be a bit less visually representative of “This is art about being a transgender woman of color” and more like “This is two materials interacting with one another in a way that I find relatable.”
Where Archive Meets Queer Magic
For me, going to the archives is a mental health and wellness practice. Seeing queer memories feels really healing.
A Conversation with the BMA's Jewelry Buyer and Why You Should Never Overlook a Museum Gift Shop
After serving nearly ten years as Head Jewelry Buyer for the BMA's gift shop, Gray was promoted to her current role as Assistant Director of Retail Operations in early 2025. We talked about the ins and outs of working in the museum retail space and what inspires her love of jewelry.
A Conversation with the Collaborative Artists and Twin Sisters Whose Names Have Guided Their Practice
Infused with a profound spiritual ethos, Hope and Faith’s immersive and evocative collages, sculptures, and other creations offer community, comfort, and transformation—especially to those navigating adversity or grief.
Meet the Curator Helming the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture
"The stories you tell and the artwork you choose have the power to transport people—to new times, deeper understandings, and different vantage points. That’s a sacred responsibility. Reshaping institutions begins with grounding yourself in purpose." "
Haskins' Currency Studio Is the Blueprint For Baltimore Art, Fashion, and Culture
There’s nothing quite like Michael E. Haskins’ Currency Studio in the city. Looking around the space, you’ll find everything from hats, baby vests, jewelry, stools, tote bags, speakers, and more. The self-proclaimed visionary does it all: He paints, sculpts, makes furniture, clothing, and more.
Do Creatives Actually Have an Advantage When It Comes to Mental Health?
Creativity is part of resilience, which is considered a central aspect of mental wellness. We are creating all the time, problem-solving, playing, experimenting, interacting with others spontaneously, etc. Creativity is the weft across the warp of our lives. We cannot function without it.
A Conversation with the Instrument Maker on Rediscovering Play, Ancient Traditions, and Peace Through Sound
"I like to think that sound has information, so when we build and play and listen to these kinds of instruments today, it's like opening a portal to an experience that was designed in another time, in another world."
An Interview with Amy Cavanaugh, the Executive Director, and Caitlin Gill, Exhibitions Director and MSAC Directory Coordinator
"We are very multifaceted and action oriented. We are striving to foster as many opportunities as possible for the artists."
How Nurturing Shapes Their Partnership and Their Current Collaborative Project
Family traditions, community education, cultural preservation, and storytelling have influenced Cheatam and Flounders' work and inspired the creation of Islam & Print.
How the Strategist, Organizer, and Advocate for a Just Creative Economy is Making Space for Her Own Practice
"Central to all the work that I’ve done, is how do we acknowledge the value that we have as creators, and demand the compensation, space, and honor that we deserve?"
We Caught up with Current Space's Co-Directors ahead of its Epic Weekend-Long 20th Anniversary Festival
Current Space is 20. Feel old yet? Don't worry: this weekend, it's throwing a three-day birthday bash that will bring you back to your art school days. Isa Gold interviewed directors Michael Benevento and Julianne Hamilton to get some pearls of wisdom from their two decades of experience.
A Conversation with the Artist and Founder of Night Owl Gallery
Night Owl Gallery along with its studios, workshop space, and programming, is not just a venue for displaying art; it’s a collaborative hub where artists and the community intersect, creating a synergy that drives our mission.
