Closed Today

Closed

The artwork titled 'The City' by Vincent Valdez depicts a dark and desolate scene with a central pile of debris, including discarded mattresses, tires, and other items. In the foreground, a metal barrel emits smoke, adding to the somber atmosphere. The background is dark and indistinct, emphasizing the central pile and creating a sense of abandonment and neglect. — Vincent Valdez, "The City II," 2016 (detail), Oil on canvas, 74 x 90 in., Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin, Purchase through the generosity of Guillermo C. Nicolas and James C. Foster in honor of Jeanne and Michael Klein, with additional support from Jeanne and Michael Klein and Ellen Susman in honor of Jeanne and Michael Klein, 2017. Photo by Peter Molick, courtesy the artist and David Shelton Gallery, Houston

Maria Hinojosa & Vincent Valdez Conversation

Chapter 7

Recorded by Art this Week on July 17, 2018 at our conversation between NPR Latino USA journalist Maria Hinojosa and artist Vincent Valdez.

Introduction by Blanton Director Simone Wicha and Q&A moderated by Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Veronica Roberts.

prev: Chapter 6

Next: Chapter 8