Currently, abstraction is enjoying a notable presence within art venues. The Met’s retrospective on midcentury Ojibwe artist George Morrison highlights aspects of Abstract Expressionism that often go underexplored, making it an essential visit. Meanwhile, Susan Rothenberg, acclaimed for her portrayals of horses, blurs the lines of figuration and abstraction in her new show at Hauser & Wirth in Chelsea. On a more minimalist note, Larry Bell’s striking cubes are making their rounds throughout the city this fall—spotted at the Judd Foundation and in the open air of Madison Square Park. Don’t forget to visit June Leaf’s exhibition at the Grey Art Museum, which, according to writer Faye Hirsch, exudes a delightful carnivalesque vibe that offers immense visual pleasure. —Natalie Haddad, Reviews Editor
Susan Rothenberg: The Weather
Hauser & Wirth, 542 West 22nd Street, Chelsea, Manhattan
Until October 18
“Each image is an accumulation of singular marks rather than a synthesis of gestures, each brushstroke clearly stating its place within the larger whole of the image.” —Leah Triplett Harrington
June Leaf: Shooting from the Heart
Grey Art Museum at New York University, 18 Cooper Square, East Village, Manhattan
Until December 13
“[The exhibition] captures Leaf’s restless experimentation across media and the unceasing movement and performance-like nature of her works, revealing a playful carnivalesque essence.” —Faye Hirsch
Larry Bell: Irresponsible Iridescence
Judd Foundation, 101 Spring Street, Soho Manhattan
Until January 31, 2026
“[Bell’s] creative process thrives on improvisation and intuition, characterized by decisions led by spontaneity. The condition of ‘improbable’ is his favored engagement.” —Nancy Zastudil
Larry Bell: Improvisations in the Park
Madison Square Park Conservancy, Madison Square Park, Flatiron, Manhattan
Until March 15, 2026
“Within Madison Square Park, the artworks resonate with their surroundings, capturing leaves within the glass structures and offering a momentary escape from the hustle of daily life.” —Hrag Vartanian
The Magical City: George Morrison’s New York
Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue, Upper East Side, Manhattan
Until May 31, 2026
“This compact, beautifully arranged exhibition provided numerous discoveries and insights, deepening my interest in the artist’s work.” —John Yau
