Inch by Inch, Revealing the Cavendish Portraits
Watch as an NCMA conservator uses the world’s first laser designed to restore paintings.
Inch by Inch, Revealing the Cavendish Portraits Read More »
Watch as an NCMA conservator uses the world’s first laser designed to restore paintings.
Inch by Inch, Revealing the Cavendish Portraits Read More »
Printmaker Julie Niskanen demonstrates how M. C. Escher would have made Dewdrop, one of his rare mezzotints.
Escher and the Art of the Mezzotint Read More »
In the spirit of the artist himself, the exhibition uses technology to supplement the viewing experience.
Encountering Leonardo’s Scientific Imagination Read More »
In the East Room of the White House, the Obamas host the lighting of our beautiful Hanukkah lamp by Ze’ev Raban.
NCMA Hanukkah Lamp Chosen for Annual White House Ceremony Read More »
For a contemporary Cuban artist, making a decision inspired a larger-than-life portrayal of San Lázaro.
A Guide at the Crossroads Read More »
Meet North Carolina artists Peter G. Oakley and Elizabeth Brim as they discuss works in the exhibition.
Artist Meetup: Chisel and Forge Read More »
We interrupted curators during their workday and asked them for an informal preview of this fall’s exhibitions.
Curators Preview Fall Exhibitions Read More »
Circa looks back on the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and its moving connection to a gilded sculpture in West Building.
Remembering through Contemporary Art Read More »
Circa asks video artist Allison Hunter about the animals in Zoosphere and her attitude toward art that’s not always on the wall…
Artist Allison Hunter on Zoosphere Read More »
It’s been five years since Roxy Paine’s Askew appeared on the NCMA grounds. This time-lapse video of its remarkable installation triggers thoughts from staff…
Time-Lapse: Installing the “Silver Tree” Read More »
The artist was just 10 years old when her family fled Iraq in 1992.
Hayv Kahraman’s Art of Displacement Read More »
Can humans control nature, or is it the other way around? See how artists handle wind, waves, volcanoes—and bears.
Grappling with Nature Read More »