The Big Slide Show

Sophie 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.

Michelle White, Senior Curator, discusses the exhibition John Akomfrah: The Hour Of The Dog.

Edouard Kopp, John R. Eckel, Jr. Foundation Chief Curator of the Menil Drawing Institute, highlights works in The Gift of Drawing: Cy Twombly.