Photo courtesy of Weisman MuseumThe six-and-a-half-foot sculpture “Blood Mirror III” occupies the back wall of the Frederick R. Weisman Museum. Reflected in the dark red surface of the bowl, Director of the Weisman Museum Michael Zakian discussed the piece. “You can look at it, but it’s hard to see what you’re seeing because it’s all … [Read more...] about Weisman Exhibition Opens with Striking New Pieces
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The Weisman to Display Senior Art
Photos by Carissa MosleyWhere on campus can you see colorful abstract paintings, unique mosaics and sculptures of thrifted objects? All of these can be found at the Weisman Museum on campus, which will host the grand opening of the Fragments: Studio Art Thesis Exhibition starting April 16 at 5 p.m. to display the cumulation of senior art major's work.This year, artists Nic … [Read more...] about The Weisman to Display Senior Art
Weisman to Display Environmental Impact
Photos by Sylvia Hartley The newest installment to the Frederick R. Weisman Museum is slated to feature art that examines humanity’s environmental impact. “There are some international artists, but a large majority of the works are California artists,” Museum Director Michael Zakian said. “They deal with our relationship to nature — how we impact nature, how nature … [Read more...] about Weisman to Display Environmental Impact
Art for Art’s Sake: Weisman exhibits pure art
As another year begins, so does a new exhibition at The Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art. The Weisman opened Art for Art’s Sake: Selections from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation on Aug. 26, which will run through Nov. 24. During the 19th century, “Art for Art’s Sake” was the rallying cry for the Aesthetic Movement. This movement believed that art should be enjoyed … [Read more...] about Art for Art’s Sake: Weisman exhibits pure art