The exhibit shows viewers the possibilities of maintaining a childlike perspective when viewing everyday objects, even in a busy world where simplicity can seem impossible.
Arts, Off Campus
Crossing Borders With Her Hands: MFA Boston’s ‘Toshiko Takaezu: Shaping Abstraction’
The new MFA exhibit impresses viewers by showcasing Toshiko Takaezu’s mastery of ceramics and abstract paintings.
Arts, On Campus
New Exhibit at MFA Unpacks the Process and Artistry of ‘Life’ Magazine’s Photos
The MFA’s new exhibit of ‘Life’ Magazine’s photos takes it viewer throughout American history through the lens of photojournalism.
Metro, Arts
‘Women Take the Floor’ Highlights Diversity in the Art World
Can you name five women artists? This question is displayed by the entrance of the Women Take the Floor exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, prompting attendees to consider the lack of female recognition in the art world.
Opinions, TU/TD
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week Of March 1
Thumbs Up: Nice weather This week, the Boston winter has gone on spring break, and it’s been great. The warm weather has melted away most of the snow and the winter blues. Even if it was just for this week, being able to go for a run, eat lunch outside with friends, or not wear…
Arts, Metro
MFA Extends Showing of ‘Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions’
One of the largest collections of Claude Monet paintings is on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) for the first time since it was originally displayed at this location 25 years ago. Known for his use of muted palettes and simple brush strokes, Monet’s revered works once again bring a sense of serenity to Boston in Monet and Boston: Lasting Impressions.
Metro, Arts
BC Professors Discuss the MFA’s Postponement of the ‘Philip Guston Now’ Exhibit
The Boston Museum of Fine Arts released a statement in September explaining its reasons for delaying the Philip Guston Now exhibit until 2024. The MFA directors said that given the recent events in the racial justice movement and the coronavirus pandemic the exhibit will be delayed
Arts, Column
Carmichael: Cézanne and Basquiat From Your Dorm
Staff writer Shannon Carmichael describes the shortfalls of virtual art exhibits.
Metro, Arts
MFA Announces Plans to Celebrate 150th Anniversary
“The MFA’s 150th anniversary is a moment to honor our past and, more critically, anticipate our future. The Museum was founded with a spirit of generosity and belief in the power of art and artists—values that remain among the pillars of today’s MFA,” said Matthew Teitelbaum
Arts, Metro
Two MFA Members Banned For Racist Comments
The Museum of Fine Arts Boston (MFA) has issued an apology to students from a Dorchester middle school who were subjected to racist comments during a field trip on May 16. The museum went through the security footage of the class’ entire trip and concluded that two visitors made racist comments to the students. Those visitors have been banned from the MFA.
