MATTHEW SWARTS Two versions of the George Eastman Museum logo: one with white text on a black background, and one with black text on white. Both feature the museum name in uppercase, reflecting its role as a hub for contemporary photographer Matthew Swarts.

Matthew Swarts + George Eastman Museum (Permanent Collection Museum Purchases)

2017, alternatives, eastman museum, Kopeikin Gallery, lisa hostetler, Los Angeles, matthew swarts, museum purchase, new york, Paul Kopeikin, permanent collection, rochester

I am completely honored to announce that the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, New York has acquired two prints from The Alternatives for the museum’s permanent collection. The museum purchased Untitled, 2015, and Untitled, 2016 (pictured below). Special thanks to Lisa Hostetler, Curator-In-Charge, who organized A Matter of Memory, the exhibition which featured these works,…

MATTHEW SWARTS A black silhouette of a vintage van above bold text that reads CRUSADE FOR ART in all capital letters, capturing a contemporary spirit that appeals to every artist.

Matthew Swarts + Crusade For Art (interview)

2015, collect, collecting photography, collections, collectors, crusade for art, interview, jennifer schwartz, matthew swarts, slate behold

I am thrilled and honored to be a part of the conversation led by Jennifer Schwartz at Crusade for Art. This organization is incredible in its outreach and mission to unite creators with collectors, and Jennifer a tireless beacon for all artists. Thank you both to Jennifer and David Rosenberg of SLATE for making this…