Krasner and Pollock Show at the Met Receives Praise; Yaddo President Elaina Richardson Resigns After 26 Years

Elaina Richardson has concluded her 26-year tenure as president of Yaddo, an artist residency located in Saratoga Springs, New York. Her successor will be Cyra Levenson, who previously served as deputy director at the Guggenheim Museum. Yaddo is currently celebrating its centennial and has welcomed prominent artists such as James Baldwin and Sylvia Plath. In a recent interview, Richardson reflected on how art residencies have changed over time. Novelist Lucy Ives praised the Metropolitan Museum of Art's exhibition featuring Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock, describing it as a 'breathtaking upending.' Additionally, the Whitney Museum Union ratified its contract just before a potential strike, while Pope Leo called for the Catholic Church to strengthen its relationship with artists in light of AI challenges. Artist Theaster Gates has acquired Pickard China, and the ArtFields 2027 Festival is seeking artists by November 1, 2026.