BEGIN:VCALENDAR  VERSION:2.0  PRODID:-//Artamiga - ECPv6.15.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN  CALSCALE:GREGORIAN  METHOD:PUBLISH  X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.artamiga.com  X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Artamiga  REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H  X-Robots-Tag:noindex  X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H  BEGIN:VTIMEZONE  TZID:America/Vancouver  BEGIN:DAYLIGHT  TZOFFSETFROM:-0800  TZOFFSETTO:-0700  TZNAME:PDT  DTSTART:20230312T100000  END:DAYLIGHT  BEGIN:STANDARD  TZOFFSETFROM:-0700  TZOFFSETTO:-0800  TZNAME:PST  DTSTART:20231105T090000  END:STANDARD  BEGIN:DAYLIGHT  TZOFFSETFROM:-0800  TZOFFSETTO:-0700  TZNAME:PDT  DTSTART:20240310T100000  END:DAYLIGHT  BEGIN:STANDARD  TZOFFSETFROM:-0700  TZOFFSETTO:-0800  TZNAME:PST  DTSTART:20241103T090000  END:STANDARD  BEGIN:DAYLIGHT  TZOFFSETFROM:-0800  TZOFFSETTO:-0700  TZNAME:PDT  DTSTART:20250309T100000  END:DAYLIGHT  BEGIN:STANDARD  TZOFFSETFROM:-0700  TZOFFSETTO:-0800  TZNAME:PST  DTSTART:20251102T090000  END:STANDARD  BEGIN:DAYLIGHT  TZOFFSETFROM:-0800  TZOFFSETTO:-0700  TZNAME:PDT  DTSTART:20260308T100000  END:DAYLIGHT  BEGIN:STANDARD  TZOFFSETFROM:-0700  TZOFFSETTO:-0800  TZNAME:PST  DTSTART:20261101T090000  END:STANDARD  END:VTIMEZONE  BEGIN:VEVENT  DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241108T113000  DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250914T190000  DTSTAMP:20260507T150401  CREATED:20250303T073405Z  LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T132613Z  UID:10000032-1731065400-1757876400@www.artamiga.com  SUMMARY:The Shape of Power: A Sculptural Exploration of Authority at the Smithsonian  DESCRIPTION:Power has long been a central app in art history\, shaping everything from ancient monuments to contemporary installations. But how is power visually represented in sculpture? The Smithsonian American Art Museum dives deep into this question with its latest exhibition\, “The Shape of Power.” This dynamic collection of three-dimensional artworks examines the ways in which power manifests through form\, texture\, material\, and space\, offering a compelling visual dialogue on authority\, influence\, and control. \nCurated with a keen eye for both historical significance and modern relevance\, the exhibition brings together a diverse range of sculptors and multidisciplinary artists who challenge conventional representations of power. Some pieces take a monumental\, grandiose approach\, echoing classical figurative sculpture and the legacy of political statuary\, while others employ minimalist\, conceptual\, and abstract techniques to subvert traditional hierarchies. The result is a visually stunning and intellectually engaging exhibition that pushes the boundaries of what power looks like in the contemporary world. \nFrom bronze and marble to unconventional materials like found objects\, steel\, and mixed-media assemblages\, each sculpture tells a unique story. Some explore the weight of institutional power—its rigidity and permanence—while others reflect on more fluid\, transient forms of authority\, such as cultural influence\, resistance\, and social movements. The exhibition raises important questions: Who decides what power looks like? How does power shift across time and geography? And how can artists challenge or reimagine its visual language? \nFor art lovers\, collectors\, and those passionate about contemporary sculpture\, installation art\, and conceptual design\, “The Shape of Power” is a must-see. This exhibition offers more than just an aesthetic experience—it serves as a critical discourse on power structures\, inviting viewers to engage with art that is both visually captivating and deeply thought-provoking. \n“The Shape of Power” is currently on view at the Smithsonian American Art Museum\, giving visitors an unparalleled opportunity to experience innovative\, museum-quality sculpture in a world-class setting. Don’t miss this extraordinary showcase of artistic mastery and cultural critique.  URL:https://www.artamiga.com/event/the-shape-of-power-a-sculptural-exploration-of-authority-at-the-smithsonian/  LOCATION:Smithsonian American Art Museum\, G Street Northwest &\, 8th St NW\, Washington\, DC 20004\, United States\, Washington\, American Samoa  ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artamiga.com/media/2025/03/saam_shape_of_power_release.jpg  END:VEVENT  END:VCALENDAR