The National Portrait Gallery has come under scrutiny for allegedly favoring partisan relationships in its exhibition curation, particularly with Zoe Law, whose work is prominently displayed following substantial financial contributions from her former spouse's trust. Law's pictures showcase various celebrity portraits but have raised ethical concerns about merit and influence. Critics emphasize the need for cultural institutions to avoid dependency on wealthy donors for integrity and independence, reflecting on broader themes of elitism in the art world, especially amidst NPG's significant funding renovation campaign, 'Inspiring People.'
Art is a rich man's game made up of rich hobbyists who keep their money circulating among themselves.
Government funding for cultural institutions should remain independent from the influence of wealthy benefactors.
It just makes plain what was always the case, no? The exhibition is difficult to defend and obviously unethical.
The NPG's major transformation project, called Inspiring People, was the most comprehensive redevelopment in the gallery's 166-year history.
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