Where Art and Friendship Cross | Minneapolis News

0:00A new exhibition is opening a Minneapolis that brings together the work of three iconic artists, Patty Smith, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Lynn Davis. This show, titled, Past That Cross, features over 50 years of their collaborative and individual creations, including portraits, personal archives, and even a video of Mapplethorpe at work. It's a significant event, marking the first time these three artists have been collectively exhibited worldwide. The exhibition highlights the deep connections between Smith, Mapplethorpe, and Davis, relationships forged through art, friendship, and shared experiences. Lynn Davis, a celebrated photographer known for her striking portraits, and later, her monumental iceberg photographs, was a close confidant of. Mapplethorpe and developed a strong bond with Patty Smith. Their friendship deepened through shared loss, particularly after Mapplethorpe's passing. Davis's career, though impactful, took time to gain widespread recognition. She's now considered a pivotal figure in late 20th century Black and White

1:02portraiture alongside Mapplethorpe and Peter Huzjar. Her early work includes a powerful, yet unpublished portrait of Patty Smith taken in 1974 for Esquire magazine a year before. Mapplethorpe's famous cover shot for Smith's debut album, Harses. The exhibition will showcase not only the well-known works, but also more intimate pieces, like postcards, and shared jewelry from the ex-Jess Kids era. Patty Smith herself contributed personal ephemera, adding another layer to the narrative of their intertwined lives and artistic journeys. It's a testament to the enduring power of their creative output and their lasting impact on the art world. This collection offers a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted relationships that fueled groundbreaking art. From Mapplethorpe's iconic images to Davis's evocative landscapes and Smith's raw poetic energy, past that cross promises a profound look at those. Intersection of talent, friendship, and artistic legacy, that's your update for Minneapolis News today, powered by AI.