has long been celebrated as a tennis icon, but her latest venture showcases her passion for the arts and her commitment to critical global issues. In , a multi-disciplinary podcast presented in partnership with , the sports star highlighted the complexities of the art world by facilitating discussions with authorities across various industries. Although Williams has always excelled at athletics, her love for fine art began at an early age.
“I think it was subconscious, to be honest,” she says. “I was always obviously a tennis player, and that’s something that my parents chose, and I thank God for that. But whether it was through fashion or interior design or the fine arts, that has been choice, and it’s something that I love and I’m very passionate about.
” In hosting this six-episode series, which launched in June, Williams amplifies the voices of artists, writers, and scholars who explore humanity’s dynamic relationship with the environment. The podcast is also a key component of , a groundbreaking museum initiative that addresses one of the most pressing challenges of our time: the ecological crisis. This series is part of the latest iteration of the museum’s celebrated Hillman Photography Initiative, known for pushing the boundaries of how art and photography are experienced.
The initiative includes an expansive exhibition featuring nearly 100 works by 19 artists, a robust public programming schedule, and a fully illustrated publication, all aimed at prov.