UMMA News & Blogs
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Art in my Daily Life: Southwest Detroit Edition
Jun 27, 2024
I have lived in Southwest Detroit my entire life, and it is the place where I developed my deep appreciation for art, particularly due to the countless murals that line our streets.
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Hello Spring: Upcoming Events to Look Out for Near You
Apr 17, 2024
For those who enjoy admiring art, watching films, and listening to engaging stories, here is a list of some great events happening near you this spring!
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A Graffiti Tour of Italia!
Apr 12, 2024
Italy is covered in graffiti, in every place you can imagine. From train station walls to the sides of historical ruins, the graffiti game in Italy is next level.
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Art Abroad: Featuring Inji Elnadi
Apr 8, 2024
During my trip in Turkey, I had the opportunity to become acquainted with Inji, an artist who has been traveling the world for years.
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Lamp Listeners’ Art Odyssey: Exploring UMMA’s Vibrant Collection
Apr 1, 2024
Today, I'll guide you through UMMA artwork that resonates with the ethereal essence of Lamp's music.
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The Convergence between Fashion and Visual Arts: Aya Takano x Issey Miyake Fashion Show
Mar 18, 2024
AW 2004 fashion show of Issey Miyake and Aya Takano, where fashion seamlessly merged with visual art.
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SAB Goes Abroad: Rotterdam’s Destroyed City Memorial
Mar 18, 2024
As a SAB member, I will dive into some history of Rotterdam’s Destroyed City Memorial, a massive sculpture I had the opportunity to visit.
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Autumnal Art at UMMA!
Nov 6, 2023
Ten artworks in the UMMA collection to help you hang on to the last bit of fall.
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Silent Disco: Two Works in Conversation by Alexandra Collins
Nov 5, 2023
Board Member Alexandra Collins Discusses her recent exhibition on campus.
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Kate Tremel Invites Us to Breathe
Nov 2, 2023
Kayla Turner describes her experience at Kate Tremel's "Breathe".