State of the Art (2019)

Plot

Embarking on an exhilarating quest across 100,000 miles and 1,000 destinations, a passionate curatorial team from Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art seeks out 100 overlooked American artists for a groundbreaking exhibition. Their journey takes them through diverse landscapes, from North Carolina's lush woods to the arid deserts of Nevada, the hidden corners of Pittsburgh, the scenic foothills of Arkansas, and the vibrant riverbanks of New Orleans. The resulting exhibition features 227 remarkable contemporary works, shining a light on talent that might have remained undiscovered and uncelebrated.