Influential art
Alfredo Boulton: Looking at VenezuelaDaily, through March 7, 2024
Alfredo Boulton (1928~1978) was one of the most important intellectuals (知识分子) of the 20th century in Latin America and an influential photographer of the modern period. Through his body of work, Boulton generated a new cultural definition of Venezuela. This exhibition explores Boulton’s photography, his relationships with modern artists, and his influence on the formation of art history in his country.
William Blake: VisionaryDecember 17, 2023~March 14, 2024
A remarkable printmaker, painter and poet, William Blake (1757~1827) developed a wildly unconventional worldview. By combining his poetry and images on the page through radical graphic techniques, Blake created some of British art’s most striking and enduring imagery. This major international loan exhibition explores the artist-poet’s imaginative world through his most celebrated works.
Sheila Metzner: From LifeDecember 30, 2023~April 18, 2024
This exhibition celebrates the artistry of the internationally respected American photographer Sheila Metzner. Her unique style blends aspects of Pictorialism and Modernism to create an aesthetic (美感) that not only stands out in the history of photography but became closely associated with the best of 1980s fashion, beauty, and decorative arts trends.
Eugene Atget: Highlights from the Mary Dan Solomon CollectionDaily, through January 5, 2024
Around the turn of the 20th century, photographer Eugene Atget broke new artistic ground. Walking at dawn with his heavy camera, he captured the soul of Paris and its suburbs by focusing on the old alleyways, picturesque shop fronts, architectural details, staircases, and street sellers. This focused exhibition features highlights from the artist’s work, which continues to influence photographers today.
21. What did Alfredo Boulton and Sheila Metzner have in common?
A.Both pioneered modern photography and painting. |
B.Both captured Latin American life. |
C.Both affected artistic expression. |
D.Both explored cultural diversity. |
22. For someone conducting a literature project on the combination of poems and images, which exhibition would be the most suitable to visit?
A.William Blake: Visionary. |
B.Sheila Metzner: From Life. |
C.Alfredo Boulton: Looking at Venezuela. |
D.Eugene Atget: Highlights from the Mary&Dan Solomon Collection. |
23. What defines the central theme of Eugene Atget’s photography?
A.French relics. | B.Natural landscapes. |
C.Architectural design. | D.Scenes of urban streets. |