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By Jonathan Munar
In a new "New York Close Up" film, artist Erin Shirreff discusses sculptor Tony Smith as an inspiration for a pair of works, including a 2011 commission for Public Art Fund.
Posted on May 24, 2013
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By Nicole J. Caruth
On the occasion of Julie Mehretu's new solo exhibition, and Art21's ongoing "100 Artists" celebration, we release a new text interview with the artist.
Posted on May 24, 2013
Art21 Blog
By Erin Sweeny
"Mobile Homestead," a project by the late Mike Kelley, has a new permanent home in Detroit. Columnist Erin Sweeny revisits this "fitting tribute" to the artist.
Posted on May 23, 2013

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