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Artists

Anne Truitt in her Twining Court studio, Washington, DC, 1962.

Anne Truitt’s Artistic Journey

Balancing the two lives of a Washington, D.C. sculptor—1950s hostess and emergent artist

Josiah Wedgwood's innovative products gained popularity and by 1763, he was filling orders for kings, queens and nobles.

250 Years of Wedgwood

Two new exhibitions celebrate the enduring wares of ceramics designer and entrepreneur Josiah Wedgwood

Q&A: The Technique Behind Martin Schoeller’s Photography

The renowned photographer discusses his influences, subjects and why he likes “big”

New extensive studies on Rearing Horse and Mounted Warrior have yielded evidence that supports the possibility that it was cast from an original Leonardo model.

Leonardo’s Horse?

New research may shed light on a nearly century-old theory that a sculpture thought to be ancient Greek may be da Vinci’s work

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Smithsonian Events September 14-18: Julia Child, Prince Edward, the Global Arts Scene and More!

Exclusive events highlights from around the Smithsonian

Brian Jungen is an installation artist who has a gift for seeing images in mundane objects.

One Man’s Trash is Brian Jungen’s Treasure

Transforming everyday items into Native American artwork, Jungen bridges the gap between indigenous and mass cultures

At last count, Velveteria, the Museum of Velvet Paintings has nearly 2,500 velvet paintings.

Museums With Their Own Niche

Subjects as wide-ranging as lunchboxes, roller skating, and Bigfoot have museums dedicated solely to their study and appreciation

The jabbawockeez: a hip-hop dance crew from California and winners of the first season of America's Best Dance Crew

Boogie with Asia After Dark

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