The operator has acquired works from seven new artists: Rashid Johnson, Sanford Biggers, Derrick Adams, Ghada Amer, Jonathan Lyndon Chase, Tomás Esson and Svenja Deininger.
These artists hail from disparate backgrounds and practise various artistic disciplines, including photography, painting, sculpture and embroidery. By acquiring pieces from these seven individuals, the company is looking to provide an “extended platform for artists of colour, women and the LGBTQIA+ community.”
“We believe in the power of art to open minds, change perspectives and create transformation in society,” said Ari Kastrati, MGM Resorts’ Chief Hospitality Officer.
“The addition of these talented artists to our portfolio reflects MGM’s commitment to championing inclusion and ensuring that the collection more closely mirrors our diverse communities. That commitment is central to our company’s core values and is imbued in all that we do.”
The acquired works will be installed across MGM Resorts’ Las Vegas properties, including ARIA Resort & Casino, Park MGM and the Bellagio.
Among them is a three-dimensional wall piece from Johnson’s “Cosmic Slop” series, two of Amer’s works from her series “The Women I Know Part II” and Chase’s 2019 painting “The Cook Out.”
Tarissa Tiberti, Executive Director of MGM Resorts Art & Culture, said: “Acquiring works by Rashid Johnson, Sanford Biggers, Derrick Adams, Ghada Amer, Jonathan Lyndon Chase, Tomás Esson and Svenja Deininger propels the MGM Resorts Fine Art Collection significantly forward in our goal of giving voice to underrepresented artists.
“We look forward to sharing these important pieces with our guests from around the world and sparking conversation around all they represent.”
