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NC Art Museum Early Announcement: Artist & Director David La

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Museum Early Announcement:

David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem)

February 27–July 27, 2025 (NCMA Winston-Salem)

NCMA Winston-Salem, Potter Gallery

And,

David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA)

March 1–July 20, 2025 NCMA Raleigh, NC

With over 80 prints, drawings, and videos across the NCMA’s two locations, Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem) and David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA Raleigh) honor the artist’s journey over the past four decades. This survey includes his iconic staged tableau works and interpretive series, such as Stations of the Cross and Jesus Is My Homeboy.

David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem); David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA)

February 27–July 27, 2025 (NCMA Winston-Salem); March 1–July 20, 2025 (NCMA)East Building, Level B, Video Gallery, Photography Gallery 1 (Julian T. Baker Jr. Gallery) and 2 (Allen G. Thomas Jr. Gallery), NCMA Winston-Salem, Potter Gallery

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Museum Early Announcement : David LaChapelle Two Exhibits:

March 1–July 20, 2025:

Picture Show, NCMA Raleigh, NC

February 27–July 27, 2025 :

Dear Sonya NCMA Potter Gallery Winston-Salem, NC

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Springtime at NCMA

Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention
April 12–August 10, 2025
East Building, Level B, Joyce W. Pope — American artist Grace Hartigan (1922–2008) rapidly rose to national acclaim during the 1950s, becoming one of the most successful painters in New York by the end of the decade. Her daring canvases, blending abstraction with elements of figuration, were quickly acquired by major museums, including the North Carolina Museum of Art in 1957.

Amy Sherald, She was learning to love moments, to love moments for themselves, 2017, oil on canvas — *The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure*
March 8–June 29, 2025East Building, Level B, Meymandi Exhibition Gallery
Featuring 23 contemporary African diasporic artists from the United Kingdom and United States, this exhibition focuses on works of art that depict and celebrate the Black figure from the perspective of Black artists.

*David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem);*

David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem)March 1–July 20, 2025 David LaChapelle: Dear Sonj — *David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem);*

The North Carolina Museum of Art Announces Annual Art in Blo

The North Carolina Museum of Art Announces Annual Art in Bloom, Presented by PNC Bank, March 19 - 23

As the snow starts to melt here in North Carolina, I’m "defying gravity" with excitement—tickets for NCMA’s Art in Bloom Festival are going live now for members, and on Friday, January 24, 2025, for non-members. If you haven’t been to this "popular" fundraiser, let me tell you: it’s an floral dreamland you won’t want to miss!

The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) is casting a floral spell March 19–23, 2025, with Art in Bloom, presented by PNC Bank. Picture this: over 30 wizardly talented floral designers from all over North Carolina (and beyond!) transforming the museum’s People’s Collection into something magicall. This year’s theme, Art in the Park, takes the enchantment of the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park and brings it indoors with six larger-than-life gallery installations inspired by the park’s 164 acres of art and nature.

But this gravity defying loral fest isn’t just a sentimental floral dreamland! It’s the NCMA’s biggest annual fundraiser, supporting public programs, exhibitions, and more. As Museum Director Valerie Hillings puts it, Art in Bloom is a fresh and unique way to experience the People’s Collection—and she’s not kidding.

And that’s not all, my pretties! There’s a ton of" Oz-mazing "activities to explore, including floral workshops, inspiring lectures, extended hours (because you will want to stay longer than planned), and expanded food options to keep you fueled for all the flower-filled magic. This year’s featured florist is Sue McLeary from Ann Arbor, Michigan. She’s hosting two unforgettable workshops on March 20—Flowers for All and a Fashion-Forward Floral Jewelry session. Ever wanted to craft blooms you can wear? Now’s your chance to learn from the good witch of floral design herself!

A big shoutout to PNC Bank for helping bring this wonderful event back year after year. As Jim Hansen, PNC’s regional president, says, Art in Bloom is a cultural treasure for the Triangle—and I couldn’t agree more.

So grab your tickets before they fly away, mark your calendars, and prepare for an event that’s nothing short of Wickedly beautiful!

For details, visit ncartmuseum.org/artinbloom. See you there, citizens of the Emerald City!

Grab your tickets, before they vanish, invite your friends, mark your calendars, and let’s get lost in the flowers together! For all the details, head to ncartmuseum.org/artinbloom. I hope to see you there, flower friends!

Art in Bloom Ticket Details and Hours:

Admission
During the five days of Art in Bloom presented by PNC Bank, tickets are required for admission to the Museum’s West Building, where the floral installations are featured. East Building and the Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park will remain open to visitors.

Tickets available for purchase Thursday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m., for members and Thursday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m., for the public. Related events are ticketed separately. Additional fees are charged for workshops, presentations and other events.

Art in Bloom tickets also include free entry to special exhibition “The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure” from March 19 - 23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

● $40 Members

● $50 Nonmembers

● Free for children 6 and under

Food and Drink
Chef’s Table: Pre-emergent Art in Bloom Dinner
When: Friday, March 14, 6 - 9 p.m.
$175 per person
Join us for a special “pre-emergent” Art in Bloom event where guests are treated to a multicourse dinner and wine pairings from chef Rich Carter that emphasizes the fresh and bright flavors of a spring garden.

Art of Tea in Bloom
When: 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. daily during Art in Bloom
This afternoon tea experience features a fixed price menu that includes savory canapés, finger sandwiches and floral-inspired pâtisserie. Premium teas or coffee included; floral-inspired cocktails available for purchase. By prepaid reservation only. Reservations close Monday, March 10.

Garden Grill and Lounge
When: Coffee and pastries daily; grill service 11 a.m. to one hour prior to close
Spring-inspired hot bites, sandwiches, salads, snacks and desserts. Trendy cocktails and mocktails, barista-crafted beverages, and soft drinks. Counter-style service, no reservations required; first come, first served seating.

Exhibition Café
When: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily
Grab-and-go items, coffee beverages and drinks. No reservations required; limited seating.

Related Events
Wanderlust Chronicles with Brie Arthur: Exploring America’s Best Gardens
Wednesday, March 19, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Tickets $35, Members $30
Get ready to roam with local horticulturist Brie Arthur as she leads a captivating photographic journey through some of the best public and private gardens in the U.S.

Art in Bloom Garden Party Designer Reception
Wednesday, March 19, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Tickets $145, Members $125
Celebrate the opening of Art in Bloom with premium refreshments, one-night-only floral decor and the chance to meet this year’s designers.

Sensory Journey with Flowers: An Art in Bloom-Inspired Workshop for Teens and Adults
When: Thursday, March 20, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Free with registration
Join Blossom Betty’s Floral Design Co. and Peacehaven Community Farm for a sensory journey exploring floral arrangement through the engagement of the senses. This event is designed to provide a learning opportunity for individuals ages 13 and older with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).

Sue McLeary, Flowers for All Floral Demonstration
When: Thursday, March 20, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Tickets $35, Members $30
The focus of this demonstration is on accessible, “everyday” flowers and how to see them in a new light. The ideas shared in this presentation are approachable for home gardeners, floral enthusiasts and professional florists.

Zoe Webster Floral Workshop: Sue McLeary, Fashion-Forward Floral Jewelry
When: Thursday, March 20, 3 - 5 p.m.
Tickets $200, Members $175
Join Sue McLeary to learn how to make floral earrings, rings, necklaces, “floral tattoos,” and delicate headpieces using her artful and approachable techniques.

Sensory Journey with Flowers: An Art in Bloom-Inspired Workshop for Children
Friday, March 21, 2 - 4 p.m.
Free with registration
Join Blossom Betty’s Floral Design Co. and Peacehaven Community Farm for a sensory journey exploring floral arrangement through the engagement of the senses. This event is designed to provide a learning opportunity for individuals ages 13 and older with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).

Paint a Bunch with Mónica Linares
Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tickets $135, Members $120
Mónica Linares demonstrates her process of painting flowers in a vase, teaching students how to not get hooked on details (or a thousand petals). Students create one small floral painting with acrylic paint.

The Value of Vitamin N (Nature): Guided Walk in the Museum Park
Sunday, March 23, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Tickets $15, Members $10
The Museum Park offers an opportunity to gather outside together for a walk and talk about the value of vitamin N (nature). Learn some of the fascinating research about the advantages of being in nature while stopping along the path to practice guided experiential reflections.

Learn more about North Carolina Museum of Art

Art in Bloom tickets also include free entry to special exhibition “The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure” March 19 - 23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Tickets:

● $40 Members

● $50 Nonmembers

● Free for children 6 and under

Hours
Wednesday, March 19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (doors close 4:30 p.m.)
Thursday, March 20, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (doors close 6:30 p.m.)
Friday, March 21, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. (doors close 8:30 p.m.)
Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (doors close 8:30 p.m.)
Sunday, March 23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (doors close 6:30 p.m.)

Sensory-Friendly Hours
Saturday, March 22, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
These hours are intended for visitors with autism spectrum disorder and those who benefit from low-sensory environments.

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Valerie Hillings
Director, North Carolina Museum of Art

Venice and the Ottoman Empire: A Must-See Cross-Cultural Exhibition

Are you a history buff, art lover, or just someone who enjoys learning about different cultures? If so, the Venice and the Ottoman Empire exhibition is an experience you can’t miss. This ambitious showcase dives deep into the relationship between two major Mediterranean powers—the Republic of Venice and the Ottoman Empire—spanning four centuries from 1400 to 1800.

As you step into the exhibition hall, you’re greeted with a dynamic display of 190 works that tell the story of these interconnected European empires. From intricate Venetian paintings to richly woven Ottoman textiles, each piece reveals a chapter of this historical narrative. It’s not just about art—this exhibition documents the political, diplomatic, and economic exchanges between Venice and the Ottoman Empire, as well as the technological advancements and culinary influences they shared.

A Journey Through Time and Art

The artworks on display are a testament to the complex relationship between these two rival powers. Despite their differences, Venice and the Ottoman Empire maintained a rich exchange of ideas, aesthetics, and traditions. Visitors will find themselves captivated by the evolution of artistic styles that reflect the cultural blending of these Mediterranean giants.

You’ll see Venetian artists influenced by Ottoman patterns and motifs, and Ottoman craftsmen adapting elements from the Italian Renaissance. It’s a fascinating display of how art can transcend political boundaries, serving as a bridge between seemingly opposing worlds.

More Than Just Art: The Cultural Exchange

While the visual arts take center stage, the exhibition also delves into other aspects of their interactions. Through political documents, trade maps, and culinary artifacts, visitors gain insight into the diplomatic maneuvers and economic ties that connected Venice and the Ottoman Empire. The exhibition reveals how these powers were both rivals and trading partners, shaping the course of history in the Mediterranean.

And let’s not forget the culinary influences! You’ll learn how trade between Venice and the Ottoman Empire brought spices, coffee, and exotic flavors to Venetian tables, forever changing European cuisine.

Why You Should Visit

Venice and the Ottoman Empire is not just an exhibition—it’s a visual journey through time, one that highlights the power of cultural exchange. It’s a rare opportunity to explore how two rival states, despite their differences, contributed to each other’s growth and development over four centuries.

So whether you’re a museum enthusiast or just looking for a unique weekend outing, make sure to add this exhibition to your must-visit list. Immerse yourself in the stories, art, and history that shaped these two empires—and discover how their legacy still resonates today.

This exhibition offers a chance to witness history through the lens of art, showcasing how cultural exchange can build bridges, even between the fiercest of rivals. Don’t miss out on this captivating experience!

One Ticket. Two Exhibitions. Three Empires.

Experience two not-to-miss exhibitions, Venice and the Ottoman Empire and Samurai: The Making of a Warrior, at the North Carolina Museum of Art.

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Samurai: The Making of a Warrior, at the North Carolina Muse

The North Carolina Museum of Art Announces Spring 2024 Exhibition Schedule, Featuring To Take Shape

"Raleigh, NC — The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) is pleased to share its upcoming exhibit Samurai: The Making of a Warrior, at the North Carolina Museum of Art. The exhibition masterfully blends historical artifacts with visually striking cultural objects, inviting guests to delve into the multifaceted aspects of samurai life, including their influence on politics and society. The inclusion of a discussion on samurai women is particularly enlightening, shedding light on their often-overlooked yet crucial roles in sustaining samurai families and supporting the careers of famous male warriors.

With its thoughtful curation and nuanced approach, “Samurai: The Making of a Warrior” is not just a display of weaponry—it’s an exploration of a rich cultural legacy that continues to resonate. It’s a must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in the deeper stories behind Japan’s iconic warrior class.