Art Talks & Videos
October 2011 - May 2012
THOUGHTFUL THURSDAYS
FREE Adult Programs for the Mind
1st Thursdays
Coffee with the Curator @ 11 AM
Discover behind-the-scenes anecdotes about artists and installations, discuss the art on the walls, or listen to a focused talk about artworks in the community. Coffee with the Curator is an informal presentation and discussion in the Krasl Art Center galleries; it begins October 6.
2nd Thursdays
Book Discussion @ 7 PM
Join artist Jodie Hardy and librarian Carol Dudding in a lively and engaging book discussion on the third Thursday of each month. Book Discussion is a partner program with the Maud Preston Palenske Memorial Library. Books are lent to participants free of charge from the library and discussions take place at the Krasl Art Center.
October 13 Whose Art is It? by Jane Kramer
November 10 An Object of Beauty: A Novel by Steve Martin
December 8 My Art, My Life: An Autobiography by Diego Rivera
3rd Thursdays
Creativity + Sustainability: A Lecture Series @ 7 PM
This lecture series illustrates the role of creativity and its relation to sustainability at multiple levels of engagement and practice. Talks feature a range of guest speakers and appeal to teens, adults, artists and non-artists alike. Creativity + Sustainability begins October 20.
4th Thursdays
Art Salon @ 7 PM
Bring an open mind and a tasty snack to this informal yet lively gathering of thoughtful and creative minds. The Art Salon is a facilitated conversation on contemporary art and practices led by KAC Curator Tami Miller. Art Salon begins October 27.
Every Thursday
Noontime Videos @ 12 PM
Noontime Videos is a great way to learn about the historical contexts behind exhibitions in the galleries, expand your knowledge of art historical movements and significant artists. Bring your lunch, enjoy a film and discussion after, plus get to know artist Jodie Hardy as she leads this dynamic series.
Fall Movie Schedule:
Thursday, December 15: Simon Schama's The Power of Art: Tuner
Thursday, December 22: Simon Schama's The Power of Art: Van Gogh
Thursday, December 29: Simon Schama's The Power of Art: Picasso
Thursday, January 5: Simon Schama's The Power of Art: Rothko
January 9 -26: The Krasl Art Center is closed
Thursday, February 2: How Art Made the World: More Human Than Human
Thursday, February 9: How Art Made the World: The Day Pictures Were Born
Thursday, February 16: How Art Made the World: The Art of Persuasion
Thursday, February 23: How Art Made the World: Once Upon a Time
Thursday, March 1: Objectified; design of everyday objects
Thursday, March 8: Between the Folds: Origami’s connection to art, science & philosophy
Thursday, March 15: Herb & Dorothy; a mail clerk and librarian’s vast art collection
Thursday, March 22: Cezanne in Provence
Thursday, March 29: Make Me Think; artist Bruce Nauman
Thursday, April 5: The Passing; artist Bill Viola
Thursday, April 12: Picasso and Braque Go to the Movies; connections between cinema and Cubist paintings
Thursday, April 19: Marchwencol; outsider artist Marchk Hogancamp
Thursday, April 26: Craft in America; Landscape
Thursday, May 3: Craft in America; Community
Thursday, May 10: In a Dream: muralist Isaiah Zagar
Thursday, May 17: Running Fence: Christo & Jean Claude
Thursday, May 24: Christo in Paris
Thursday, May 31: Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision; Vietnam War Memorial artist
Some Thursdays @ 7 PM
artlab artist talks (see exhibitions or events for details)
ALL THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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