Art Galleries Transition to the Metaverse

The Elaine de Kooning House and the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center have collaborated with artist Eric Haze for an exhibition that delves deeply and uniquely into his body of work. What sets this exhibition apart is its location; it exists neither in a traditional venue nor in a gallery or museum setting. Instead, it unfolds within the metaverse.

The concept of the “metaverse,” first introduced in Neal Stephenson’s 1992 novel “Snow Crash,” describes virtual 3-D worlds that users can explore similarly to virtual reality, but without the necessity of headsets.

Links to Eric Haze’s digital galleries, titled “Eric Haze at the EdeK House: There Are Seven Levels,” are available on the official websites of both institutions. Each level serves as a distinct digital gallery that invites engagement with Mr. Haze’s artistic practices.

It’s important to note that entering one of the galleries is more than just passive observation. You can navigate through the space using the arrow keys on your computer or touch-responsive circles on a phone or iPad, allowing for personal movement in three dimensions.