Winter 2008
Jan. 8 - Feb. 7
Alfred, We Hardly Knew Thee
Ford Gallery
Reception: Wed., Jan. 9, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Gallery talk by John Hett at 5:30 p.m.
Before debuting as the symbol of MAD magazine in 1954, Alfred E. Neuman, an instantly identifiable popular icon, evolved from late eighteenth-century English depictions of Irish men and was already recognizable by the later nineteenth century. This exhibition, drawn mostly from the collection of John Hett, will illuminate this character's history. Prior to 1954, Alfred's face appeared extensively in English and American cartoons, often as social commentary on immigrants and the working class, as well as in advertisements. Similarly, "What Me Worry," the slogan of the MAD mascot, evolved from earlier forms, but was long associated with the character. The show will consist of early images of Alfred as well as images from the MAD years.
Jan. 23, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
John Hett and Al Feldstein
Halle Library Auditorium
John Hett, editor and publisher of the Journal of Madness, will speak on the history of Alfred E. Neuman and on works from his extensive collection. Al Feldstein, who edited MAD magazine for almost thirty years, will talk about his decision to showcase the character and on Alfred's subsequent appearances in the magazine.
Jan. 12 - Feb. 15
Art Faculty Exhibition
University Art Gallery
Reception: Mon., Jan. 14, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
This annual event features the artwork of both full and adjunct faculty members. Photography, painting, watercolor, printmaking, drawing, graphic design, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, metalsmithing, and mixed media are all represented, thus highlighting the work of this diverse and talented faculty.
Jan. 17, 6:00 p.m.
ThreeWalls: Jonathan Rhodes and Shannon Stratton
Halle Library Auditorium
Jonathan Rhodes and Shannon Stratton will discuss their work with ThreeWalls, a nonprofit contemporary arts organization that they founded in Chicago in 2002. Their mission is to provide direct support for emerging artists at pivotal points in their careers and to offer public access to innovative exhibitions and public programs. ThreeWalls operates an international art residency program and presents solo exhibitions of Chicago-area artists. Its activities have been favorably reviewed in Artforum and Flash Art International, among other publications. In 2007 it was nominated for the Paul Berger Arts Entrepreneurship Award by Columbia College Chicago. For more information go to: http://www.three-walls.org.
Feb. 11 - March 6
First Annual Senior B.F.A. Exhibition
University Art Gallery
Reception: Mon., Feb. 11, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
This exhibition will display the work of art majors graduating during the 2007-2008 academic year. It will be a culminating experience for those pursuing the B.F.A. in art and will allow the art department to showcase the richly varied work of its graduating seniors.
Feb. 19 - March 20
The Four Seasons
University Art Gallery
Reception: Tues., Feb. 19, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Each season from fall 2006 through summer 2007, twelve EMU alumni traveled to EMU’s Jean Noble Parsons Center to experience seasonal changes in an undisturbed natural environment in rural Benzie County, MI. This exhibition, which includes paintings, sculpture, ceramics and textiles, among other media, shows their artistic responses both to the land and to their fertile interaction with each other. Participating artists are Cathy Barry, Barbara Bushey, Deborah Campbell, Sharon Fay, Angelis Jackowski, Jennifer Martin, Ann Rubin, Catherine Shinnick, Kris Stewart, Nora Venturelli, Nancy Wolfe, and Amy Yamasaki. The Parsons Center, the legacy of well-known Michigan sculptor Jean Noble Parsons, is dedicated to providing interdisciplinary educational programming in art, biology, and psychology.
March 10 - 28
Annual Graduate Student Art Show
Ford Gallery
Reception: Mon., March 10, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
This exhibition features the work of teh Art Department's graduate students and coincides with annual Graduate Research Fair. A variety of media and subject matter are represented. All art is eligible for the Graduate School's Artistic Excellence Awards, which are presented at the opening reception.
March 4, 6:30 p.m.
Vesta Daniel, Ph.D.
Halle Library Auditorium
Professor of Art Education at The Ohio State University, Dr. Vesta Daniel will speak on "Community-Based Art Education as an Intricate Act: For the People, By the People." She publishes widely on topics relating to multicultural art education, community-based art education, and service learning in art education. Additionally, she is active in writing and editing art textbooks used in K-12 classrooms throughout the U.S. Her most recent work is based on a five-year study of art integration across the curriculum at several schools in Ohio.
March 25 - April 25
Great Lakes Drawing Biennial
University Art Gallery
Reception: Tues., March 25, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
The Art Department is pleased to sponsor the third Great Lakes Drawing Biennial. The exhibition is an expanded version of the Michigan Drawing Biennial, which was hosted by Ford Gallery and sponsored by local businesses for more than 20 years. This year, the competition is opened to artists from states surrounding the Great Lakes. The exhibition will be juried by Detroit artist Charles McGee, whose works have been acquired by the Detroit Institute of Arts, among other major museums. Download the Drawing Biennial Prospectus (.pdf, 150 KB)
March 29, 9:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
AIGA Student Portfolio Day
Room 310 Student Center
Reception: 9 a.m.
The American Institute of Graphic Arts Detroit Chapter,, in conjunction with Eastern Michigan University, will host the annual student portfolio review. Local design professionals will critique and offer career advise to student from all over Michigan. This event is open to the public and students from other institutions. For more information and registration, go to http://www.detroit.aiga.org.
March 29, 10:00 a.m.
Armin Vit
Room 310 Student Center
Our keynote speaker for the AIGA Student Portfolio Day, Armin Vit, is a
graphic designer and writer. His work has appeared in AIGA's VOICE,
Emigre, Eye, Creative Review, HOW, and STEP magazines. Formerly of
Pentagram Design, Mr. Vit now runs UnderConsideration, a growing
network and enterprise dedicated to the progress of the graphic design
profession and its practitioners, students and enthusiasts.
March 31 - April 11
Asian Pacific Islands Celebration
Ford Gallery
Reception: TBA
In celebration of Asian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Ford Gallery will host An Asian Journey: Collisions, Visions, Coexistence, which will include pastels, acrylic and watercolor paintings of a diverse group of Asian artists. Concurrent with the exhibit is a panel discussion on "Reflections and perspectives on the Asian/Pacific Islander language, culture and identity." This event will be followed by a sampling of international food, showcasing a taste of Asia.
April 8, 6:00 p.m.
Catherine Chalmers
Halle Library Auditorum
Photographer Catherine Chalmers is best known for her images of insects and small animals in controlled studio environments. By taking them out of their natural context, she allows us to examine particular aspects of their existence in strange and unnerving ways. Her major projects include Food Chain, American Cockroach, and Safari. Chalmers has shown extensively both nationally and internationally, with solo exhibitions at MassMOCA in North Adams, MA; at PS1 in Long Island City, NY; at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.; and at the Galerie im Park, Zurich. Her work has also been featured at the International Center for Photography, New York, and at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago.
April 14 - 25
Art Department Honors Exhibition
Ford Gallery
Reception: Mon. April 14, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Honors students and scholarship recipients from the Art Department show examples of their work in this exhibition that recognizes the talent and dedication of these students. Awards are announced at the reception.
April 28 - May 2
Children's Art Showcase
Ford Gallery
Reception: TBA
One of the delights of the exhibition year, this showcase features the artwork of the children enrolled in EMU’s Children’s Institute. The brightly colored paintings and free-form sculptures are a feast for the eyes. A silent auction will be held with all proceeds benefiting the Family Scholarship Fund.
May 6 - June 12
2008 Fibers
University Art Gallery
Reception: Fri., May 9, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
A juried survey of American contemporary fiber art, this exhibition will feature a broad range of forms, from textiles rooted in traditional processes and materials to sculpture and conceptual and installation art.
May - August
Graduate Thesis Exhibitions
Ford Gallery
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