Art Exhibition: Acts of Projection

Date: Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 12:00 p.m.

Location: Anderson Gallery at Drake, Anderson Gallery at Drake University Harmon Fine Arts Center 1310 25th St. Des Moines, IA 50311, 50311

Event Information

Description

Acts of Projection was curated by Dr. Maura Lyons and the students of the Drake University Art History program's Curatorial Seminar. Acts of Projection: Magic Lantern Shows and the U.S. Civil War encompasses both the material artifacts of lantern shows — hand-painted slides and period projectors — as well as actual projections to simulate the original viewing experience. Acts of Projection examines two interrelated definitions of the term projection: using light to cast designs on a surface and the psychological concept of externalizing internal anxiety. It includes a site-specific work by the artist Johnny DiBlasi in order to demonstrate the continuing relevance of the projection format. The opening reception runs from 5 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 and light refreshments will be served. Student curators will give a gallery talk at 5:30 p.m. The exhibition will run from Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 - Friday, Jan. 17, 2025. The Anderson Gallery is free and open to all.

Neighborhoods

Drake

Host Organization

Anderson Gallery

Website

https://andersongallery.wp.drake.edu/

Facebook Event URL

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Pricing Information

Free

Contact

Anderson Gallery
515-271-1994
andersongallery@drake.edu