OPENING THIS MONTH
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Perfection in Black; Margaret Horan, 1935, Edward Steichen. Gelatin silver print. Courtesy of and © Condé Nast/Vogue, November 1, 1935
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Icons of Style: A Century of Fashion Photography, 1911–2011
June 26–October 21, 2018 | The Getty Center
This exhibition surveys the rich and varied history of modern fashion photography, exploring the ways in which photographers whose careers have been closely associated with the industry have shaped evolving notions of style and beauty.
Icons of Style features more than 160 photographs presented alongside a selection of costumes, illustrations, magazine covers, videos, and advertisements.
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Labor Is Entitled to All It Creates, 2012, Andrea Bowers. The Getty Research Institute, 3023-849. Courtesy of the artist and Susanne Vielmetter Los Angeles Projects. © Andrea Bowers
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Artists and Their Books/Books and Their Artists
June 26–October 28, 2018 | The Getty Center
This highly visual and experiential presentation of some of the most lively and surprising works from the Getty Research Institute's extensive collections focuses on artists' books that can be unpacked, unfolded, unfurled, or disassembled. They are made to be displayed on the wall or deployed as sculptures or installations. The exhibition seeks to provoke new inquiry into the nature of art and to highlight the essential role that books play in contemporary culture.
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PERFORMANCE
Off the 405: Peaking Lights Family Band with Onochie Chukwurah
Saturday, June 23, 6:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Peaking Lights is electronic dance music duo Aaron Coyes and Indra Dunis, whose five albums and many recordings combine elements of dub, reggae, Krautrock, disco, and psychedelic pop. For Off the 405 they are appearing as the expanded Peaking Lights Family Band with a group of fifteen musicians and dancers based in Los Angeles, including drummer Onochie Chukwurah of Fela Kuti's original band. A celebration of diverse of rhythms and sounds, their music is a combination of electronic and African rhythms and psychedelics, dubbed out through Peaking Lights' "echodelic" filter. DJ set by Aquarium Drunkard.
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FILM
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Detail from Bástyasétány hetvennégy (Singing on the Treadmill), 1974
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Gyula Gazdag and Cold War Hungarian Cinema
Saturday, June 2, 2018, 4:30 p.m. | The Getty Center
Two seminal films by renowned Hungarian film director Gyula Gazdag,
A válogatás (1970) and
Bástyasétány hetvennégy (1974), feature Gazdag's sharp observation and subtle satire of the regime that ruled Hungary at the time. Vera Mijojlic, director of the South East European Film Festival, will introduce the films. Following the screenings, Mijojlic will be joined in conversation by award-winning documentary filmmakers Gabor Kalman and Endre Hules.
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TALKS
Bacchus Uncorked: Drinking and Thinking
June 2 and 16, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
Ancient Greeks took wine and conversation seriously. Come celebrate drinking and thinking at the reinstalled Getty Villa, where our focus is on the exhibition
Plato in LA: Contemporary Artists' Visions. Learn about Plato's relevance today from Plato experts, then enjoy wine, appetizers, and conversation with fun-loving philosophers in the picturesque outdoor setting of the Getty Villa.
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Hand-drawn hologram by Tristan Duke. Photo: Joshua White/jwpictures.com
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Wonders of Art and Science: A Day of Discovery
Sunday, June 3, 2018, 11:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Discover how the imagination and activities of artists can contribute to scientific discovery. Artists and scientists collaborating in the Renaissance spirit of artist/inventor Leonardo da Vinci share their ideas and projects. Demonstrations begin at 11:30 a.m. at various locations around the Getty. Participants will present and discuss their projects at 2:00 p.m. with celebrated author Lawrence Weschler.
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Mohsen Namjoo & Faraualla in collaboration with Shirin Neshat & Shoja Azari
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On the String of the Tear's Bow: A Conversation with Mohsen Namjoo, Shirin Neshat, and Shoja Azari
Monday, June 4, 7:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Renowned Iranian singer-songwriter and composer Mohsen Namjoo, and artists Shirin Neshat and Shoja Azari, come to the Getty to discuss their collaboration,
On the String of the Tear's Bow. This musical and visual odyssey investigates the confluence of cultures along the Silk Road with interpretations of traditional songs by Namjoo and video and photographic installations by Neshat and Azari. Moderated by Peter Sellars.
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Radiance: The Art of Color
Sunday, June 10, 3:00 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
Renowned art historian Simon Schama celebrates the power of color in masterpieces of art and architecture. He investigates how artists across time and borders used color to achieve greater realism, dazzling visual impact, and spiritual ecstasy. This program is co-presented with PBS SoCal.
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COURSES
Drawing from the Masters: Drawn to Flowers
June 3 and 17, 3:30–5:30 p.m. | The Getty Center
Art Circles
Saturday, June 9, 6:00–8:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Enrich your Saturday nights. Join an open-ended discussion in the galleries to heighten your appreciation and understanding of the visual arts by exploring one masterpiece with an educator. The chosen work of art changes every session, making each visit a new experience.
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Statue of Hercules (Lansdowne Herakles; detail), about AD 125, Roman. Marble. The J. Paul Getty Museum
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Drawing from Antiquity: Ancient Superheroes
Saturday, June 16, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
In Greek mythology, superheroes were men or women of special strength, courage, or ability who were often of divine ancestry and noted for their courageous acts. Their depictions grace many mosaics, vases, and sculptures at the Getty Villa. Discover the myths that made these heroes famous and create a drawing of your favorite ancient hero.
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FAMILY
Family Festival
Saturday, June 2, 2018, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Explore the ancient and contemporary art and culture of Egypt and India at this interactive festival inspired by the exhibitions
Rembrandt and the Inspiration of India and
Beyond the Nile: Egypt and the Classical World. Enjoy classical Indian dance, make crafts inspired by the Nile and the Pharaohs, or get up and dance Bollywood style.
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Getty Unshuttered Live
Wednesday, June 20, 7:30–10 p.m. | The Getty Center
Teens take over as the Getty Center becomes an eye-popping immersive showcase for photos from the Getty Unshuttered community. Join us in celebrating the voices of teen artists and activists from LA and beyond. Interactive experiences created by the USC School of Cinematic Arts transform the Museum Courtyard into a multi-story, multimedia festival with food, music, and more!
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Play-Doh Play
Saturdays, June 23 and 30, 3:30–5:30 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
What if Plato played with Play-Doh? In this free drop-in family workshop, create play-dough sculptures inspired by art in the Getty Villa. Add to a communal sculpture and make your own play-dough to take home. This program complements the exhibition
Plato in L.A.: Contemporary Artists' Visions.Learn more about this free drop-in workshop »
FROM THE GETTY STORE
Amarna Princess
This reproduction depicts an Egyptian princess, thought to be one of the daughters of Akhenaten and Nefertiti. The original sculpture dates from Egypt's Eighteenth Dynasty, when the pharaoh Akhenaten had the first life-like, naturalistic portraits made at the workshop led by the master sculptor, Thutmose. Until that time, only static, idealizing portraiture had existed.
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COMMUNITY PARTNER: FIDM Museum & Galleries
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Photograph by Michel Arnaud for Harper's Bazaar.
Vivienne Westwood Fall/Winter 1993–1994. Gift of Arnaud Associates. FIDM Museum and Library, Inc.
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Capturing the Catwalk
Through July 7, 2018; Tuesday–Saturday,
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Capturing the Catwalk explores the pioneering photography of Michel Arnaud, whose work for
Harper's Bazaar and British
Vogue spans the 1970s–1990s. Featuring garments and accessories from brands such as Dior, Chanel, and Versace alongside selections from Arnaud's photographic archive, this exhibition highlights runway spectacle in the age of supermodels.
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