Object Lesson: Lola Alvarez Bravo
Lola Alvarez Bravo (Mexican, 1903-1993) stands outs as one of the most important photographers of the twentieth century, whose work remains regrettably underappreciated around the world. Read More
Musicians from Home: Nick Ellman
NOMA presents a series of virtual concerts featuring a range of music’s best and brightest performing from their homes. Nick Ellman is a New Orleans based performer, composer, producer and educator with a wide range of musical specialties Read More
Katherine Choy, Radical Potter in 1950s New Orleans
In the early 1950s in New Orleans, Katherine Choy was one of the very first American ceramicists to bridge Asian clay traditions into emergent abstract Modern art. During her fervent short career, Choy quietly subverted ceramic traditions, drew wide acclaim through national art exhibitions, and then died too young at age 30. Read More
Object Lesson: Mother and Child in the Conservatory by Mary Cassatt
Mary Cassatt was one of the most prominent artists of her time. Born in Philadelphia, she spent most of her adult life living in France, where she became one of the few Americans—and only women—to become closely allied with the then vanguard Impressionist movement in Paris. Read More
Art-Making Activity: Layered Collage Inspired by Alma Thomas
In celebration of Women’s History Month, people of all ages can enjoy this art project inspired by “Dogwood Display II,” a painting by artist Alma Thomas. Read More