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Steve Aishman on Smith’s show, “Torch Songs,” at Saltworks Gallery through May 31.

by Valentina Vitols

There are only three more days to peruse the wonders of Yoruba Art at the High Museum. Although it has a strong visual impact and drives viewers to a contemplative state, this is not just a risk-free, pretty show. Delivering the art of such a complex and foreign faith to the general public is venturesome. In Embodying the Sacred in Yoruba Art: Featuring the Bernard and Patricia Wagner Collection, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta brings to art audiences a charming sample of how the unique Yoruba ethnic groups embodied symbolization and strong spiritual beliefs. The exhibition is divided into three well-described sections: the glorification of the head, the deities, and the masquerades. Each represents an aspect of a crucial triad for this culture.

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I just got this note from Solomon Projects. Since I have been slack and not made it over to see what by all accounts is an amazing show, am very happy to hear it. So I’m reposting here.

“Solomon Projects would like to announce the extension of Nancy Floyd’s exhibition She’s Got a Gun through May 3rd.

We are also pleased to announce that due to popular demand, we will be hosting a second artist talk and book signing by Nancy Floyd on Wednesday, April 23rd at 6:30 pm.

The talk will be followed by Floyd signing copies of her new book She’s Got a Gun published by Temple University Press. Her book is available in both paperback for $30 and hardcover for $80. Cash, check and American Express will be accepted.

This talk and photographic exhibition should not be missed… Please join us in a lively discussion that is topical, controversial, provocative, political and insightful on many levels.”