Since the first edition of Desert X in 2017, which featured site-specific installations by art stars like Richard Prince, Doug Aitken and Tavares Strachan with very few women and no Native American artists participating, the Coachella Valley biennial has done some soul searching. Its organisers have begun using land acknowledgements and art commissions both to pay homage to the Cahuilla Indians who long preceded the region’s white settlers. And their decision to bring on co-curators like César García Alvarez and Diana Campbell to work with artistic director Neville Wakefield has helped democratise and energise successive editions.

Today the organisation is announcing the co-curator of its 2025 edition: Kaitlin Garcia-Maestas, who is curator and director of exhibitions at Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island City, New York, and will remain in that job. “Historically most if not all of the previous co-curators for Desert X have had an institutional affiliation, so it’s somewhat common. But I’m really lucky that the board and executive leadership of Socrates have been really supportive of this opportunity,” she says.

Garcia-Maestas is used to being in two places at once, having split time during the pandemic years between Arkansas, where she was a curator with the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art’s contemporary art satellite, The Momentary, and New Mexico, where she grew up. It was while working at the Momentary that she got to know Wakefield and invited him to co-curate the 2022 exhibition, A Divided Landscape, with her.

That show featured seven artists confronting the frontier mythology—some would say pathology—of the American West, with its whitewashing of the history of violence against Native Americans. The show included two artists familiar to Desert X regulars: Nicholas Galanin, who planted the epic sign spelling out “Indian land” for his Never Forget artwork in Desert X 2021, and Xaviera Simmons, who did a series of billboards that year. One twist: the Arkansas show included 19th-century Westernpaintings from the Crystal Bridges collection by the likes of George Catlin and Jasper Francis Cropsey to put the conflicting ideologies into dialogue.

Desert X will give the curators, they say, a more expansive venue to explore such issues of “Indigenous sovereignty, postcolonial history” and more. “We were able to scratch the surface, but there is more to the conversation,” says Garcia-Maestas.

And this time the setting—or collaborator—will be the Western landscape itself, as Desert X is spread out over many outdoor sites in the Palm Springs area. “We’re going from a climate-controlled museum environment to a climate that is out of control,” Wakefield says, noting the recent “hurriquake” that rocked Palm Springs. “As curators we tend to try to exclude those variables, but Desert X is an opportunity to embrace them.”

Asked about its controversial sister program, Desert X AlUla, Wakefield says that biennial is on schedule to open its next edition in February 2024. Funded by Saudi Arabia, the biennial began there in 2020 despite the outrage—and resignations—of three Desert X board members over the prospect of partnering with a country known for its human rights abuses targeting migrants, women, journalists and members of the LGTBQ community. (The city council of Palm Springs also withheld Desert X funding in California in 2021 as a result.)

Wakefield, who serves as artistic director of the Saudi event as well, warns against “conflating a people and an artistic practice with a regime”, he says. “We believe in the power of cultural dialogue. A lot of the criticism before came from people who had little or no awareness of what artists were doing there—what they were doing to create channels of free and individual expression.”

He says he has not stepped in to curate Desert X AlUla this time. The two curators for that show will be revealed in October, with word of participating artists to come later in the year.

Bainbridge Island Museum of Art has announced the recipients of the first-ever BRAVA Awards—including a Suquamish tribal elder.

Betty Pasco, 87, was named along with Kamari Bright, Julie Chen and Julie Paschkis. BRAVA stands for “BIMA Recognizes Achievement in the Visual Arts,” and was created to recognize four contemporary artists, craftspeople or makers whose work demonstrates artistic merit and excellence, technical mastery, contribution to the arts landscape, and professional accomplishment in four fields: Emerging Artist (Bright), Artist’s Book Artist (Chen), Children’s Book Illustration Artist (Paschkis), and Indigenous and First Nations Artist (Pasco).

Each recipient will receive $15,000, a news release states. The awards were made possible by a BIMA supporter who was inspired by the museum’s commitment to find ways to directly recognize and support working artists and craftspeople.

“We are thrilled to be able to honor these four individuals with a BRAVA Award in its inaugural year,” said Sheila Hughes, BIMA’s executive director. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for this museum to be able to make a meaningful difference to the lives of working artists. We hope the award serves as affirmation and recognition for each of these exceptional artists and inspires them to continue their personal journey to interpret the world through their art and craft.”

Pasco, 87, is a Suquamish tribal elder who was born and raised on Phinney Bay near Bremerton. A respected Salish weaver, traditional basket maker, graphic artist, clothing designer, and illustrator, she is most proud of her work to preserve the arts and culture of her ancestors by mentoring others—especially Native girls—through her nonprofit JayHawk Institute and the formation of “Kaya’s Girls” (Grandma’s Girls).

At age 60 with a newly acquired GED, Pasco enrolled at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, NM. After being offered the opportunity to live in one of her tribe’s new elder houses, she returned to the Northwest and not long after reconnected with and married Duane Pasco, a former instructor. Betty credits Duane as being one of the greatest champions for her growth, inspiring her to take on new challenges and helping her to better understand the history of Pacific Northwest Native arts and cultures.

Pasco has served in many community leadership roles including the Suquamish Elders Council, the Kitsap County Unity Coalition, the Suquamish Foundation, the Suquamish Tribe Constitution Committee, and as a co-curator of the Burke Museum’s Northwest Native Art Gallery. Her work has been or remains on display at the Skagit County Museum in La Conner, Seattle’s Stonington Gallery, BIMA, the Clearwater Casino Resort and Hotel, the Burke Museum, the Suquamish Museum, and in private collections.

Bright is a self-taught creator with a background in psychology, social services and community advocacy, the release states. She began her art journey after moving to Seattle and in lieu of formal training, has developed her practice by taking courses, watching tutorials and studying other artists. She began as a poet, expanding into other extensions of the written word, which eventually led her to videopoetry and installation.

Paschkis has illustrated over 40 books for children, 12 of which she also wrote, that have been critically acclaimed by The New York Times, Horn Book Awards, Children’s Book Council, Cybil Poetry Award, Americas Award, Aesop Accolade, and Charlotte Zolotow Honor Award.

Chen is an internationally known book artist who has been publishing under the Flying Fish Press imprint for over 36 years, per the release. Her books combine text and image with innovative structures to create experiences that engage the reader in interactions that go far beyond the simple turning of a page. She uses letterpress, photopolymer plates, and laser cutting among other traditional and contemporary technologies.

Julie Paschkis won the Children’s Book Illustrator Award.

Julie Chen won the Artist’s Books Artists Award.

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Neither a bird, a plane or Superman, but rather a combination of Silver Age heroics, noir detective story and 1990s-style paranormal action adventure, Captain Bottle Works is bursting onto the comics scene later this month with his first standalone story.

Longtime friends and local artists Matthew Lamb, Glenn Klimeck and K. Brandon Wilt have combined their love of superheroes, talents for drawing and a sketch idea into the first Hero Works Publishing comic: “The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works.”

The superhero started as an exercise in an art camp at Bottle Works, but in a short amount of time has become the premiere publication for the group that highlights young artists and local landmarks.

Lamb, Bottle Works’ creative director, came up with the idea during a “design your own superhero” class last year.

After reflecting on the legacy of legendary comic artist and Johnstown native Steve Ditko, he wondered why more super stories weren’t being produced from their shared hometown.

That led him to pitch the idea to Klimeck, who also works at Bottle Works, and Bent Wookee Comix owner Wilt.

“It all feels very serendipitous,” Lamb said.

The trio has spent hours together every Thursday planning, collaborating and editing what has become a 60-page book that will be released on Sept. 30 during the second Ditko Con, a celebration of Ditko’s career and pop culture influence.

However, the idea to partner – a first for the three – started at last year’s Batman Day at the State Theater, where the artists were on hand to draw, sell wares and chat with visitors.

Also there was Rhode Island playwright and creator of theatrical performance “Ditko,” Lenny Schwartz who was directing the premiere of his play “Bill Finger: Rise of the Bat.”

After chatting with the local artists, whom he has befriended since the first Ditko Con, Lamb approached Schwartz about penning a story for their joint comic, which the playwright gladly accepted.

“I am a fan of all of their work and I jumped at the chance,” Schwartz said. “I asked them what they are interested in drawing, and each had a different answer and aesthetic. So, I just tempered the script with each of the eras and their personal interests.”

All three artists were astounded by how accurate Schwartz’s story was to each of their unique interests and personalities.

“I don’t know how he did something so much in my wheelhouse,” Klimeck said.

Wilt added that the script was “spot-on.”

Schwartz based his tales on questions he asked and flipping through their work at Batman Day.

After that, he just let his imagination run wild.

The trio and writer worked together to tweak the stories a bit, adding references to local landmarks, including the Inclined Plane and Stone Bridge, but when it was done, they all were pleased with the final product.

Schwartz said he’s looking forward to collaborating more with the three artists.

The comic starts with Lamb’s Silver Age- inspired story – a classic superhero tale in the same vein as Blue Beetle and similar characters of the time – what Ditko started out doing and Lamb has always loved.

That’s followed by Klimeck’s noir, which he said was driven by his love of 1940s private eye movies. To keep with that style, those pages will be printed in black and white.

The capstone is Wilt’s specialty of mixing supernatural with hints of horror – a style he has been passionate about for years.

“It was an awesome opportunity to showcase the type of work I do,” Wilt said.

Klimeck noted that working with the others was probably the easiest collaboration experience he’s ever had.

“We all kind of did what we felt was right for the project,” Lamb added.

Additionally, each artist created a Ditko- homage cover for their section.

Wilt and Klimeck credited Lamb for bringing this all together and taking an editor-type role to make sure it all worked and commended him for everything he has done.

Although the three stories are set in vastly different genres, Wilt said they all tie together and hinted at the students’ work being the key.

However, none of the artists would divulge anymore details preferring to keep the mystery alive until the book’s release.

“The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works” is available for pre-order on IndieGoGo, where sample pages, additional details and early-bird perks are offered.

Lamb said the comic was put there to raise some additional funds to help defray publishing costs and will also be on sale at Ditko Con.

Although this story is ready to print, the trio of artists said they are not done.

The goal of Hero Works Publishing is to feature local artists and get more comics produced from the home of Ditko.

For more information, visit www.indiegogo.com and www.bottleworks.org. 

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A new exhibition, Each One Inspired: Indigenous Art Across the Homelands, is now open for the public to view at the New York State Museum, State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa announced today. The new exhibition which features more than 60 original creations of Indigenous artwork by artists whose homelands lie within what is now New York will be open through March 2024. This collection of contemporary art focuses on Indigenous histories, teachings, and communities and how they relate to and inspire our relationships and connections to our environment.

Board of Regents Chancellor Lester W. Young, Jr. said, “Indigenous art is significant because it captures the culture, traditions, and expressions of native communities. This new exhibition will help to foster a deeper understanding of their perspectives and help to promote cultural diversity and appreciation of the identities and contributions of Indigenous people to the history of our State.”

State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa said, “When experiencing this new exhibition, Museum guests will have the opportunity to make strong connections with Indigenous art, heritage, and traditions and how they relate to the profound history of New York State. Furthermore, the display of this exceptional collection helps to promote cross-cultural understanding while also sharing unique artistic expressions and the resilience of Indigenous people.”

The exhibition is organized in interrelated themes which are central to Indigenous art and culture: Lands; Ancestors and Histories; Community, Nation, and Family; and Plants and Animals.

Highlights of the exhibition include:

High-resolution photos of select art and artifacts in the exhibition are available here.

The State Museum is a program of the New York State Education Department’s Office of Cultural Education. Located at 222 Madison Avenue in Albany, the Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is closed on the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Admission is free. For additional information, visit the New York State Museum website.

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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Neither a bird, a plane or Superman, but rather a combination of Silver Age heroics, noir detective story and 1990s-style paranormal action adventure, Captain Bottle Works is bursting onto the comics scene later this month with his first standalone story.

Longtime friends and local artists Matthew Lamb, Glenn Klimeck and K. Brandon Wilt have combined their love of superheroes, talents for drawing and a sketch idea into the first Hero Works Publishing comic: “The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works.”

The superhero started as an exercise in an art camp at Bottle Works, but in a short amount of time has become the premiere publication for the group that highlights young artists and local landmarks.

Lamb, Bottle Works’ creative director, came up with the idea during a “design your own superhero” class last year.

After reflecting on the legacy of legendary comic artist and Johnstown native Steve Ditko, he wondered why more super stories weren’t being produced from their shared hometown.

That led him to pitch the idea to Klimeck, who also works at Bottle Works, and Bent Wookee Comix owner Wilt.

“It all feels very serendipitous,” Lamb said.

The trio has spent hours together every Thursday planning, collaborating and editing what has become a 60-page book that will be released Sept. 30 during the second Ditko Con, a celebration of Ditko’s career and pop culture influence.

However, the idea to partner – a first for the three – started at last year’s Batman Day at the State Theater, where the artists were on hand to draw, sell wares and chat with visitors.

Also there was Rhode Island playwright and creator of theatrical performance “Ditko,” Lenny Schwartz who was directing the premiere of his play “Bill Finger: Rise of the Bat.”

After chatting with the local artists, whom he has befriended since the first Ditko Con, Lamb approached Schwartz about penning a story for their joint comic, which the playwright gladly accepted.

“I am a fan of all of their work and I jumped at the chance,” Schwartz said. “I asked them what they are interested in drawing, and each had a different answer and aesthetic. So, I just tempered the script with each of the eras and their personal interests.”

All three artists were astounded by how accurate Schwartz’s story was to each of their unique interests and personalities.

“I don’t know how he did something so much in my wheelhouse,” Klimeck said.

Wilt added that the script was “spot-on.”

Schwartz based his tales on questions he asked and flipping through their work at Batman Day.

After that, he just let his imagination run wild.

The trio and writer worked together to tweak the stories a bit, adding references to local landmarks, including the Inclined Plane and Stone Bridge, but when it was done, they all were pleased with the final product.

Schwartz said he’s looking forward to collaborating more with the three artists.

The comic starts with Lamb’s Silver Age-inspired story – a classic superhero tale in the same vein as Blue Beetle and similar characters of the time – what Ditko started out doing and Lamb has always loved.

That’s followed by Klimeck’s noir, which he said was driven by his love of 1940s private eye movies. To keep with that style, those pages will be printed in black and white.

The capstone is Wilt’s specialty of mixing supernatural with hints of horror – a style he has been passionate about for years.

“It was an awesome opportunity to showcase the type of work I do,” Wilt said.

Klimeck noted that working with the others was probably the easiest collaboration experience he’s ever had.

“We all kind of did what we felt was right for the project,” Lamb added.

Additionally, each artist created a Ditko-homage cover for their section.

Wilt and Klimeck credited Lamb for bringing this all together and taking a editor-type role to make sure it all worked and commended him for everything he has done.

Although the three stories are set in vastly different genres, Wilt said they all tie together and hinted at the students’ work being the key.

However, none of the artists would divulge anymore details preferring to keep the mystery alive until the book’s release.

“The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works” is available for pre-order on IndieGoGo where sample pages, additional details and early-bird perks are offered.

Lamb said the comic was put there to raise some additional funds to help defray publishing costs and will also be on sale at Ditko Con.

Although this story is ready to print, the trio of artists said they are not done.

The goal of Hero Works Publishing is to feature local artists and get more comics produced from the home of Ditko.

For more information, visit www.indiegogo.com and www.bottleworks.org. 

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Neither a bird, a plane or Superman, but rather a combination of Silver Age heroics, noir detective story and 1990s-style paranormal action adventure, Captain Bottle Works is bursting onto the comics scene later this month with his first standalone story.

Longtime friends and local artists Matthew Lamb, Glenn Klimeck and K. Brandon Wilt have combined their love of superheroes, talents for drawing and a sketch idea into the first Hero Works Publishing comic: “The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works.”

The superhero started as an exercise in an art camp at Bottle Works, but in a short amount of time has become the premiere publication for the group that highlights young artists and local landmarks.

Lamb, Bottle Works’ creative director, came up with the idea during a “design your own superhero” class last year.

After reflecting on the legacy of legendary comic artist and Johnstown native Steve Ditko, he wondered why more super stories weren’t being produced from their shared hometown.

That led him to pitch the idea to Klimeck, who also works at Bottle Works, and Bent Wookee Comix owner Wilt.

“It all feels very serendipitous,” Lamb said.

The trio has spent hours together every Thursday planning, collaborating and editing what has become a 60-page book that will be released on Sept. 30 during the second Ditko Con, a celebration of Ditko’s career and pop culture influence.

However, the idea to partner – a first for the three – started at last year’s Batman Day at the State Theater, where the artists were on hand to draw, sell wares and chat with visitors.

Also there was Rhode Island playwright and creator of theatrical performance “Ditko,” Lenny Schwartz who was directing the premiere of his play “Bill Finger: Rise of the Bat.”

After chatting with the local artists, whom he has befriended since the first Ditko Con, Lamb approached Schwartz about penning a story for their joint comic, which the playwright gladly accepted.

“I am a fan of all of their work and I jumped at the chance,” Schwartz said. “I asked them what they are interested in drawing, and each had a different answer and aesthetic. So, I just tempered the script with each of the eras and their personal interests.”

All three artists were astounded by how accurate Schwartz’s story was to each of their unique interests and personalities.

“I don’t know how he did something so much in my wheelhouse,” Klimeck said.

Wilt added that the script was “spot-on.”

Schwartz based his tales on questions he asked and flipping through their work at Batman Day.

After that, he just let his imagination run wild.

The trio and writer worked together to tweak the stories a bit, adding references to local landmarks, including the Inclined Plane and Stone Bridge, but when it was done, they all were pleased with the final product.

Schwartz said he’s looking forward to collaborating more with the three artists.

The comic starts with Lamb’s Silver Age- inspired story – a classic superhero tale in the same vein as Blue Beetle and similar characters of the time – what Ditko started out doing and Lamb has always loved.

That’s followed by Klimeck’s noir, which he said was driven by his love of 1940s private eye movies. To keep with that style, those pages will be printed in black and white.

The capstone is Wilt’s specialty of mixing supernatural with hints of horror – a style he has been passionate about for years.

“It was an awesome opportunity to showcase the type of work I do,” Wilt said.

Klimeck noted that working with the others was probably the easiest collaboration experience he’s ever had.

“We all kind of did what we felt was right for the project,” Lamb added.

Additionally, each artist created a Ditko- homage cover for their section.

Wilt and Klimeck credited Lamb for bringing this all together and taking an editor-type role to make sure it all worked and commended him for everything he has done.

Although the three stories are set in vastly different genres, Wilt said they all tie together and hinted at the students’ work being the key.

However, none of the artists would divulge anymore details preferring to keep the mystery alive until the book’s release.

“The Legacy of Captain Bottle Works” is available for pre-order on IndieGoGo, where sample pages, additional details and early-bird perks are offered.

Lamb said the comic was put there to raise some additional funds to help defray publishing costs and will also be on sale at Ditko Con.

Although this story is ready to print, the trio of artists said they are not done.

The goal of Hero Works Publishing is to feature local artists and get more comics produced from the home of Ditko.

For more information, visit www.indiegogo.com and www.bottleworks.org.

Joshua Byers is a reporter for The Tribune- Democrat. He can be reached at 814-532-5054. Follow him on Twitter @Journo_Josh.

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The Bloomington Black y Brown Arts Festival will kick off its fifth annual arts celebration this weekend. The two-day event will be held from 6-11 p.m. Friday at the Fourth Street Garage Storefront and 1-8 p.m. Saturday at Switchyard Park. 

This festival is a celebration and showcase of African, African American, Hispanic, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander and Native American creative arts and artists. It aims to expand art appreciation, as well as provide an affirming and engaging space for artists of color to share their work. 

More than 30 artists will showcase their work at the festival. Attendees can expect to see several forms of visual art like paintings, drawings and sculptures, as well as performance art including dance and poetry. Ceramics, jewelry and other crafted items will also be on display. 

The festival will begin with an art gallery exhibition Friday evening at the Fourth Street Garage Storefront. The night will conclude with a film showing at 9 p.m. by Cicada Cinema, a pop-up movie theater based in Bloomington.  

On Saturday, a family-friendly market at Switchyard Park will feature additional visual art. Starting at 4 p.m., there will be live shows from performance groups and bands.  

Saturday’s art market will provide attendees with an interactive experience of food vendors,  art activities and community information booths. Many artists will also be selling their art or other merchandise for attendees to purchase. 

The festival is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Black y Brown Arts Festival website. 

Twelve Twin Cities-area students spent a week in late June at MPR News listening to Indigenous leaders in the law, arts and media describe their work and mission make sure Native lives are accurately portrayed.

The 2023 Radio Campers interviewed legal scholar and Chief Justice on the Sisseton-Wahpeton Supreme Court, Angelique EagleWoman; educator and Santee Sioux Dakota Nation member Ramona Kitto Stately, musician Reuben Kitto Stately and artist Marlena Myles (Spirit Lake Dakota/Mohegan/Muscogee).

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Radio Camp drew students from several media organizations: ThreeSixty Journalism based at University of St. Thomas; KRSM, a low power radio station in the Phillips neighborhood and part of Pillsbury United Communities’ media initiative and MIGIZI, a Minneapolis-based organization that supports Native American youth.

The students were asked to reflect on what they learned. Here are their projects for the week.

Fatima Abdurahman is a ThreeSixty Journalism student and attends Rosemount High School. Fatima interviewed Marlena Myles about using art to fill the need to represent Dakota culture in the Twin Cities, especially for young people.

Kendra Andrews came to Radio Camp from MIGIZI. Kendra attends Eden Prairie Online. Kendra talked with Reuben Kitto Stately about his art. The musician said expectations placed on Native art limit artists’ work.

Alexis Aryeequaye is a ThreeSixty participant who attends Rosemount High School. Alexis reported on Ramona Kitto Stately’s efforts to change narratives that are harmful to young people through the educator’s work for We Are Still Here Minnesota.

Anna Brodin, from ThreeSixty, attends Mounds View High School. Anna talked with musician Reuben Kitto Stately about his message of Dakota sovereignty and strength to younger audiences, delivered through hip hop.

Douglas Buckanaga, a student at South High School, also has worked with MIGIZI. Douglas interviewed Sisseton-Wahpeton chief justice Angelique EagleWoman about the experiences that shaped her desire to become a lawyer.

Laniya Campbell is a student at FAIR School for Arts and came to Radio Camp from KRSM Radio. Laniya spoke with EagleWoman about media stereotypes that continue to harm Native youth in particular.

Marquan Harper has worked with Listen Up! Youth Radio and ThreeSixty. Marquan is a student at Twin Cities Academy. Marquan interviewed Ramona Kitto Stately about navigating two different cultures every day.

Guillermo Mcelrath is a student at Roosevelt High School, and is affiliated with MIGIZI. Guillermo talked with chief justice EagleWoman, who related a story about her family’s negative experiences with law enforcement and her desire to become a lawyer to serve her people.

Gloria Ngwa attends Washington Technology Magnet School and participated in Listen Up! Youth Radio and ThreeSixty. Gloria reports on how Reuben Kitto Stately uses music —specifically hip hop — to reflect his life as an artist from the Red Lake Nation and Santee Sioux Nation.

Riauna Rone is a student at FAIR School for Arts and is affiliated with KRSM. Riauna focused her story on Ramona Kitto Stately’s efforts to fight false narratives the longtime educator says are absorbed by and negatively affect Indigenous children and children of color.

Cameron Toal has studied at MIGIZI. He goes to South High School. Cameron talked with artist Myles who also publishes books that allow Native children to see themselves in art, something Myles did not have as a young person.

Thuy-Sa Truong attends Eagan High School and came to Radio Camp from ThreeSixty. Thuy-Sa says EagleWoman presented students with ways in which the media may address inaccurate portrayals of Indigenous people. The attorney recommended media develop more sources and look for those who are doing good work.