Walker Art Center
Emily Oaks
The Walker Art Center speaks artistic volumes to onlookers even before they enter the museum. The architecture is unique and inspiring. It seems to beckon people to come and admire the artwork inside, because if the outside is so interesting and thought-provoking, one can only imagine what is inside!
I was greatly impressed not only by the building’s architecture but also the art inside. Though I struggled to understand some of the art, the exhibits were put together so meticulously it was apparent. I enjoyed the variety of mediums displayed such as video, photographs, paintings, sculptures, and many more. This variety allows visitors to see the many faces and means art can come in, which is very important for those who may not be art critics or majors.
One exhibit in particular made an impact on me. It was a video piece that was recorded in a light bulb factory in China. The artist interviewed several workers and asked them about their dreams in life and what it meant to succeed. I interpreted the work to mean that life is an art and art is life. I really liked reading the responses and took more away from that piece than any other in the museum.