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View all eventsSophie Asakura, Curatorial Associate, Modern and Contemporary Art, discusses the special display of paintings by Houston painter Dorothy Hood and Greek-born artist Chryssa on view in the foyer through Fall 2026. Comparing the works, she explores these artists’ contributions to abstract art in the United States at mid-century.
Join Lawndale and artists from The Big Show 2026 as they give short presentations about their work. The Big Slide Show is a chance to hear directly from artists about their creative practice!
Edouard Kopp, John R. Eckel, Jr. Foundation Chief Curator of the Menil Drawing Institute, highlights works in The Gift of Drawing: Cy Twombly.