Can Controversy and Censorship Ever Be Good for Artists and Their Art?
For some, controversy brings recognition, but many artists suffer emotional trauma, professional setbacks and long-term personal loss.
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A Look at the 2024 Whitney Biennial Through the Lens of the 1993 Edition
The 1993 Biennial was one of the most criticized, inspiring massive public debate; this year's edition is more subdued but no less impactful.
Robert Mapplethorpe’s Photos No Longer Seem Shocking in 2019—And That’s a Good Thing
In 2019, we can stop calling Robert Mapplethorpe's photos 'shocking' and look instead at why they were radical—which is why the Guggenheim's show is perfectly timed.
