In artist Odili Donald Odita’s new large-scale commission in MoMA’s lobby, bright colors and abstract patterns create a kaleidoscope. Each painted section is brought to life by a playlist that enhances the artist’s vision of the lobby as a vibrant meeting spot for people from all walks of life.
“There’s a sort of energy that is communal because of the way music can affect the body,” Odita has said. “That’s how I want to make my paintings work, too.”
See “Odili Donald Odita: Songs from Life” on view now at MoMA.
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Installation view of “Odili Donald Odita: Songs from Life,” on view at The Museum of Modern Art from April 8, 2025 – April 2026. The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Digital Image © 2025 The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Timelapse by Imaging and Visual Resources
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