John Yancey, “Riffs & Rhythm,” 1996, broken ceramic tile mosaic
Jessica Fuentes and William Sarradet discuss recent news stories in Texas, including the controversy surrounding Sally Mann’s work, the destruction of artwork installed at the Austin Convention Center, and the closure of the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
“The Modern (Art Museum of Fort Worth) had a notification at the entrance stating that the exhibition (Diaries of Home) contained mature content. Is a museum allowed to show work that some people might deem obscene if they provide notice so viewers can make the decision whether or not they want to go in? The Modern, in particular, charges an entry fee, you make a choice to go in.”
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—Austin Convention Center: Visual Art Collection
—Glasstire: Artwork to be Destroyed in City of Austin Convention Center Demolition
—Glasstire: Austin Public Art Remains Under Scrutiny Despite Newly Passed Resolution
—Glasstire: City of Austin Finds Solutions for Public Artwork Originally Slated for Demolition
—Glasstire: Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum Closes Indefinitely
