Season 12

Season 12 of Art in the Twenty-First Century features twelve of today’s most acclaimed contemporary artists as they use art to address the pressing questions of our time. Viewers observe the artists at work, watch as they transform inspiration into art, and hear how they struggle with both the physical and aesthetic challenges of achieving their visions. This landmark season builds upon a quarter century of shaping how audiences experience art and artists today.

episodes

1. Between Worlds 2025-10-17 54 min The internationally acclaimed artists in “Between Worlds” work at intersections and crossroads, using their artistic practices to make sense of complex histories of colonization and migration, find co...
2. Realms of the Real 2026-02-11 56 min The internationally acclaimed artists in “Realms of the Real” conduct extensive historical research, examine the nuances of culture and identity, and explore the boundaries of art and science to creat...