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Artist Henry Taylor is Lending His West Coast Perspective to New York's High Line

Artist Henry Taylor is Lending His West Coast Perspective to New York’s High Line

  LOS ANGELES ARTIST Henry Taylor is bringing California cool to the High Line next month with a massive mural. Debuting March 17, “the floaters” is a self-portrait featuring the sunglass-wearing artist leisurely lounging in an enchanting blue pool. Taylor is also featured in the Whitney Biennial, which opens the same day at the nearby...
Monumental Sculptures by Simone Leigh, Charles Gaines May Perch Above High Line

Monumental Sculptures by Simone Leigh, Charles Gaines May Perch Above High Line

  SYMBOLIZING THE BLACK BODY, Simone Leigh‘s black ceramic busts embellished with textured glaze or countless tiny roses are a sight to see. Imagine a monumental version of one of her sculptures installed on the High Line, rising so high it is visible from the street below. It’s a possibility that might materialize next year....