The Guggenheim Museum in New York currently shows a major solo exhibition of the artist Rashid Johnson. For nearly three decades, Chicago-born artist Rashid Johnson (b. 1977) has developed a multifaceted oeuvre, weaving together influences from history, philosophy, literature, and music. This significant solo exhibition underscores Johnson’s role as an art history scholar, a bridge to Black popular culture, and a dynamic figure in contemporary art. Nearly 90 pieces—ranging from black-soap paintings and spray-painted text works to expansive sculptures, films, and videos—occupy the museum’s rotunda, featuring Sanguine, a grand site-specific installation on the top ramp, incorporating a piano for live musical performances. The exhibition runs until January 20, 2026.
Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers / Guggenheim Museum New York. New York, August 30, 2025.
