One of the great masters of jazz tap dance has passed away. James Godbolt, aka Jimmy Slyde, died late yesterday, leaving a legacy of astounding artistry and commitment to an American dance tradition. If you haven't seen Jimmy's work, do yourself a favor and watch a brief clip on his MCC profile page. His dancing is out of this world. Jimmy's many honors include a National … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2008
Back in the Day
It's 1974 - Nixon resigns, Hank Aaron is the new home run champion, and gas is an outrageous 56 cents per gallon. As gas now approaches $4 a gallon, we thought we'd take a look back to those thrilling days of yesteryear with this gas pump print, taken by Worcester photographer Robert M. Johnson. Image courtesy of Robert M. Johnson, Untitled, 1974, 6" x 9". … [Read more...]
Ear to the Ground
Claire Beckett (MCC Photography Fellow '07) shoots soldiers in training (with her camera) to create a compelling body of work. The photos document what occurs before people engage in combat. She gives an interview with Jess T. Dugan about her work in the current issue of Big Red & Shiny. Claire's photos are currently on view in the Uncommon Denominator show at the … [Read more...]
The big picture(s)
Two big pictures to share: Rachel Perry Welty (Drawing Fellow '04) has made a lot of things - cereal boxes, produce sticker drawings, wall spam - in conceptual work that probes the hidden corners of consumer culture. Most recently, she's made a magazine cover. Her sculpture "Product" is featured on the May 2008 cover of ID Magazine. (Click on the image above for a … [Read more...]
Walk This Way
If you're in Boston this weekend, check out the Fort Point Arts Community 8th Annual Art Walk. It's a great opportunity to see the work of 75 artists who defiantly create work in this vibrant, eclectic, artist community. And if you have the economic luxury to dream of ways to spend your federal rebate check, how about considering supporting some talented local artists by … [Read more...]