Milwaukee Art Museum Receives $10 Million Gift for Works on Paper

The Milwaukee Art Museum's recent $10 million gift establishing the Lubar Family Center for Drawings and Prints signals a significant institutional investment in works on paper. For emerging women artists, this news offers powerful validation for mediums often seen as secondary, such as drawing, printmaking, and photography. It underscores a growing appreciation and commitment to the research and preservation of paper-based art, potentially leading to increased exhibition opportunities and acquisitions. This development encourages artists to continue exploring these vital, versatile mediums. — Source: Artforum

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