Wishing you a joyful weekend! While New Year’s resolutions might seem overused, I feel compelled to share mine: This year, I aim to complete my thesis. I’ve long finished the coursework for my master’s in Art History and had written half of my thesis before other commitments and sheer fatigue relegated it down my list of priorities. This neglect fostered guilt, which in turn became a further obstacle. Many writers and artists will relate to this struggle. Yet, we persevere.
This week, pieces from Hyperallergic’s reporters and contributors highlighted themes of resilience and momentum. A poignant example is critic Seph Rodney’s insightful review of Hew Locke’s exhibition at the Yale Center for British Art. In Locke’s artworks, which depict vessels seemingly halted during their journey across the sea, Rodney discovers how remnants of history continue into the present. He notes that the exhibition is about transitions and movement, connecting to and from what we consider our homeland.
Additionally, we reflected on legacies and the lessons they offer for the future. Spanish artist Cecilia Giménez, who passed away at 94 this week, left behind the cherished story of her famously botched restoration, teaching us that what might first appear as a mistake can become a beautiful surprise in life. This is a lesson we can all embrace, including those of us working on theses. Onward we go. Thank you for your continued readership. — Valentina Di Liscia, senior editor
