Olivia Land
Olivia Land is a contributing writer based in New York City. Currently finishing a BA in Art History at Barnard College, Olivia recently served as a contributor and editor at Make Muse, where she wrote about visual culture and contemporary social politics. She also has a diverse background in the fine art world, including a past role as Director of Curriculum for Meet Me at the Museum, a non-profit providing tours of the Metropolitan Museum of Art to public school students. When not museum hopping or writing, she can probably be found reading, running, or doing crosswords.
Articles by Olivia Land
What Happened When a Hollywood Star Stole a Tlingit Native American Totem PoleIn 1931, Hollywood actor John Barrymore stole a Tlingit totem pole from the southeast coast of Alaska. Returning it to its rightful home took 84 years.
Women Of Art: 5 Patrons Who Shaped HistoryUsing their talent, wealth, and keen eye for art, these five women art patrons helped define the aesthetics of their time.
Using their talent, wealth, and keen eye for art, these five women art patrons helped define the aesthetics of their time.
Camille Claudel: An Unrivaled SculptorCamille Claudel was one of the most important artists of her time. Although sometimes overshadowed by her lover Auguste Rodin, her work pushed the boundaries of figural sculpture.
Camille Claudel was one of the most important artists of her time. Although sometimes overshadowed by her lover Auguste Rodin, her work pushed the boundaries of figural sculpture.