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“For anyone who does not have the daily exposure to the art and artists of their time, this series is invaluable. Even for those of us who do, this series offers unique insights and reflections. There is every reason to see it.” —Agnes Gund, President Emerita, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) |
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2 (2003) Contemporary art breaks out of the confines of museums and art galleries in Season 2 of “Art:21–Art in the Twenty-First Century.” Shattering the myth of the artist as an isolated genius, this unique series introduces television audiences to 16 artists working in America today. Art:21 is the only series on television to focus exclusively on contemporary art, and it uses the medium to provide an experience of the visual arts that goes far beyond a gallery visit. Fascinating and intimate footage allows the viewer to observe the artists at work, watch their process as they transform inspiration into art, and hear their thoughts as they grapple with the physical and visual challenges of achieving their artistic visions.
praise for season 2 “Mass culture thrives on piety, genuine or faked,and piety suffocates art...Art:21 works quite well because it ignores that propensity.” —Los Angeles Times ”...the very existence of Art:21—Art in the Twenty-First Century feels groundbreaking.” —Village Voice “It’s the kind of programming that makes public television shine.” —Seattle Times “What is refreshing about Art:21 is that it’s a rare instance of public television doing its job, by bringing challenging and even controversial art before the public.” —Sun-Sentinal “Delivers ample evidence that challenging new art is being made by thoughtful, gifted and sincere artists who seem genuinely more concerned with work than with fame and fortune.” —San Jose Mercury News “Feeding a hunger for contemporary art [Art:21] introduces viewers to contemporary artists by presenting their work and thoughts, and showing how and why they do what they do.” – Museum News “As director of a museum of contemporary art, I see daily how students and the public are fascinated by the work of today’s artists ... The Art:21 series is particularly effective in bringing forward the artists, art, and ideas that represent our time and culture.” —Richard Andrews, Director, Henry Art Gallery, Seattle
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