Arlene Shechet's 'All At Once' retrospective at ICA Boston showcased two decades of ceramic innovation

Arlene Shechet's exhibition titled 'All At Once' was held at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston from June 10 to September 7, 2015. This showcase highlighted twenty years of her artistic endeavors that question traditional ceramic norms. As an installation artist, Shechet presented a retrospective that incorporated materials such as clay, glass, paper, and porcelain, utilizing methods like stacking and splicing. The exhibition began with Buddha heads created between 1997 and 1999, featuring works like 'Madras Buddha' and 'Raga.' Among the standout pieces were 'Building' (2003), which reflected on 9/11, and 'Gangsta Girl on the Block' from her 2012-13 residency at Meissen. Historical Meissen figurines and a silent film loop were also part of the display.