Art

While everything seems almost too perfect and too smooth, a disturbing smile hides behind the paintings of Chloe Wise’s new exhibition at Almine Rech in Brussels.

Ernie Barnes captured the beauty and perseverance of Black American life for over five decades. Until recently, the late painter was overlooked by the art world. Now his influence is on display at Ortuzar Projects in New York.

The artist’s representation of the U.S. at this year’s Venice Biennale still holds traces from his established rules to create an exhibition experience, including approaching the venue as a club and a church.