Is Los Angeles’ Marciano Art Foundation Really Back?
The appointment of a new director has people wondering if the institution is finally officially back after its abrupt closure five years ago.
Marciano Art Foundation
The Marciano Art Foundation, founded in 2017 by Maurice and Paul Marciano, is located in Los Angeles, California. Housed in a former Masonic temple, the foundation showcases contemporary art from the Marciano brothers’ extensive collection. The collection includes works by artists such as Cindy Sherman, Takashi Murakami, and Sterling Ruby. The foundation focuses on presenting rotating exhibitions, educational programs, and public events, aiming to engage the community with contemporary art and culture. It serves as a significant cultural venue in Los Angeles. Read more about Museums.
Marciano Brothers Face Lawsuit for Shutting Down Art Foundation
Almost 70 Marciano Art Foundation employees were laid off in November, and the brothers were also criticized for their management at Guess, Inc.
Ai Weiwei: A Case Study in Overexposure
Artist Ai Weiwei recently announced he'll open not only one, but three exhibitions in LA simultaneously this fall. But with the artist's already outsized presence in the art world, we wonder, is this two...or three...to many?
