From Grandma Moses' depiction of herself beguiled by infant descendants to A.G. Rizzoli's rendition of his mother as a Gothic cathedral, this refreshingly offbeat show of 20th-century self-taught artists covers a vivid range of portraits.
From Grandma Moses's view of herself beguiled by infant descendants to A.G. Rizzoli's rendition of his mother as a Gothic cathedral, this refreshingly offbeat show of 20th-century self-taught artists covers a vivid range of portraits.
From Grandma Moses's depiction of herself beguiled by infant descendants to A.G. Rizzoli's rendition of his mother as a Gothic cathedral, this refreshingly offbeat show of 20th-century self-taught artists covers a vivid range of portraits.
The NPG's director, Dr Nicholas Cullinan, who was chairing the judges for the first time, said it had been fascinating to see such a range of portraits from artists around the world.
Amit Roy‑Chowdhury of the University of California at Riverside said that a comparison of the faces in a range of portraits thought to represent Anne has identified only one, the Nidd Hall portrait, as being the same as the face printed on the Moost Happi medal.
"Cecil Beaton: The New York Years," curated by Donald Albrecht and opening today at the Museum of the City of New York, includes vintage fashion prints and a wide range of portraits, from Marilyn Monroe (cajoled into relaxation in Beaton's Ambassador Hotel suite) to the very young Mick Jagger to Wallis Simpson and the aging Greta Garbo (one of the photographer's rare heterosexual liaisons).
Weegee's work life and personality come into focus through a wide range of portraits, papers, and paraphernalia that open up his various working spaces, from his studio to the trunk of his car, as well as his interactions with the police, victims, and criminals.
The company will offer a full range of custom portrait packages.
A vital part of the exhibition is the extraordinary range of self-portraits Munch made, from youth to near death.
