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Born in Mississippi, Arthur Jafa established his career as a cinematographer and filmmaker before gaining widespread recognition for his work in the contemporary art world. His practice often involves the meticulous editing of found footage, creating dense, non-linear visual narratives that explore the history and aesthetics of the African American experience.
Jafa is best known for his signature video works that utilize rapid-fire montage techniques to juxtapose historical imagery with contemporary popular culture. His medium primarily encompasses film and video installation, though his curatorial projects frequently incorporate a diverse range of objects, textiles, and fine art from institutional collections to further his thematic investigations.
His recent recognition includes a major curatorial project at the Museum of Modern Art titled Artist’s Choice: Arthur Jafa—Less Is Morbid, which features nearly 100 objects from the museum's permanent collection. Additionally, he is set to be featured in a dual exhibition with Richard Prince at the Fondazione Prada in Venice, coinciding with the 2026 Venice Biennale.
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Gladstone Gallery announced that works by its represented artists are included in several museum exhibitions across the United States marking the nation's 250th anniversary.
The New Museum will present the first US museum survey exhibition of Arthur Jafa. Titled I Am Tony, the show opens September 24, 2026 and runs through January 31, 2027 across two floors of the newly expanded museum in New York.
Sadie Coles HQ is presenting multiple projects by artists including Diego Marcon with titles such as salut! hallo! hello!, Krapfen, Prom and FORZA CANI.
The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art is presenting works from its collection in the South Wing under the title 'House Beautiful', drawn from Martha Rosler's photomontage series.
The Museum of Modern Art in New York presents Artist’s Choice: Arthur Jafa—Less Is Morbid from November 19, 2025 to July 05, 2026.
The Museum of Modern Art in New York will host a conversation between artist Arthur Jafa and poet Simone White focused on the exhibition Artist’s Choice: Arthur Jafa—Less Is Morbid. The program is scheduled for 6:30pm ET on June 25 with free admission requiring registration.
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