Storm Ascher
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Storm Ascher is an American independent curator and writer.[1] She is recognized for her contributions to the contemporary art scene, particularly in advocating for socially conscious curatorial practices.[2]
She has been published in numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, W Magazine, Hyperallergic, Cultured, Artsy, and The Miami Times.[3] She was recently recognized to Artsy's New Generation of Black Women Gallerists and Dan's Papers' East End Power List.[4]
Education[edit]
She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Visual & Critical Studies from the School of Visual Arts (SVA), which she obtained in 2018.[4] Following her undergraduate studies, she pursued a Master of Arts (MA) in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute and Claremont Graduate University, completing her degree in 2020.[5]
Career[edit]
Her career trajectory began with roles at various galleries and institutions, including LAXART under Hamza Walker, David Lewis Gallery, and Spruth Magers.[6]
In 2018, she founded Superposition Gallery, a nomadic curatorial platform.[7] In addition to her work with Superposition Gallery, Ascher has curated exhibitions for institutions such as the Eastville Museum, Phillips, Southampton African American Museum, and Oolite Arts in Miami.[8]
She has been recognized for her contributions, including being named a Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree for Art & Style in 2022.[9]
Work and themes[edit]
As a curator, Ascher's work often centers on themes of social consciousness, urban development, and cultural diversity.[10]
She is known for her approach to exhibition curation, utilizing non-traditional gallery spaces and exploring the intersection of art with contemporary social issues.[11]
Ascher has curated exhibitions featuring artists, including Layo Bright, Derrick Adams, Tariku Shiferaw, and Muna Malik. Her curatorial projects aim to amplify underrepresented voices in the art world and provoke critical dialogue on pressing societal issues.[3][12]
References[edit]
- ^ D’Souza, Aruna (2021-12-07). "Artists Rally to Preserve Black History in Sag Harbor". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ Eligon, John (2019-12-03). "'Who Owns Black Art?': A Question Resounds at Art Basel Miami". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ a b "los-angeles-benefit-2024 – ArtTable". Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ a b "BFA Visual & Critical Studies Alumnus Storm Ascher Talks Founding The Superposition Gallery | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC". School of Visual Arts | SVA | New York City. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "Gallery Gurls". Gallery Gurls. 2021-07-07. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ Lee, Rebecca (2023-09-28). "Oolite Arts' New Exhibition". Oolite Arts. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ Hernandez, Jasmin (2022-03-01). "The New Generation of Black Women and Nonbinary Gallerists". Artsy. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "A New Exhibition Extols Sag Harbor's Black & Indigenous History". W Magazine. 2022-07-07. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "Forbes 30 Under 30 2022: Art & Style". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "Storm Ascher, 27, Founder, Superposition Gallery - 2021-11-30 - Forbes 30 Under 30 2022 - Art & Style". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "Foundwork | Guest Curators | Storm Ascher". foundwork.art. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
- ^ "Remember Me | Another Justice: US is Them". Parrish Art Museum. Retrieved 2024-05-09.