"The curators of Greater New York really captured the energy of the city well - not the out-of-towner's New York with its glossy surfaces, brands, and trendy fare, but the gritty New York that's always in the process of formation, that rejects surface in favor of rawness."
"This is a city that is ugly, stunning, energized, and gutting - all these things at once, and no one ever gets the same city. Like all great metropolises throughout history, NYC is too many things for any one mind to comprehend."
"I keep wondering whether the success stems from the show being curated in-house: We didn't get an outside curator trying to prove themselves; instead we got curators who clearly care about the place they live."
Greater New York 2026 is a survey of over 50 artists from New York City, marking its sixth iteration since 2000. The exhibition captures the city's evolving identity, emphasizing rawness over glossy surfaces. Curators Connie Butler and Ruba Katrib focus on the gritty, multifaceted nature of New York, presenting an optimistic view amidst current anxieties. The exhibition highlights the formative years of the artists' careers, showcasing a diverse range of works that reflect the city's unique energy and complexity.
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