Arden Reed: Slow Art in the Age of Instant Everything

On average, Americans spend 6-10 seconds looking at individual artworks—not enough to derive much pleasure or meaning. Drawing on his new book Slow Art, Arden Reed explores artistic practices that both create contemplative social spaces and extend the act of observing. He traces these strategies from 19th-century stereographs to early silent films to James Turrell and Andy Warhol.

This annual lecture recognizes a generous multiyear grant from the Terra Foundation for American Art. The Terra Foundation is dedicated to fostering the exploration, understanding, and enjoyment of the visual arts in the United States for national and international audiences.