This exhibition offers a look as traditional craft techniques transcend into fine arts.
“I am hoping to speak to a broad audience, especially children and families,” Cook said. “My message is to reveal valuable animals that are disappearing from Earth because of environmental issues and poaching by transforming them into monster-like creatures – creating a funny monster appearance can bring children’s curiosity, and it can be a conversation starter.”
The opening events for the exhibition will include an artist talk by Kataoka from 5-6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, in Room 209 of the Visual Arts Center. Kataoka will discuss her creative process and inspirations behind jewelry-making – a skillset not presently taught at the School of Art & Design. Following the talk, an opening reception will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Birke Art Gallery, offering an opportunity for further conversation with the artists and to view the exhibition.
Regular gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Admission to the gallery and associated events is free and open to all.
For additional information or inquiries, contact Gallery Director Courtney Chapman at galleries@marshall.edu
Timeline
Oct. 7 — 9 a.m. Electroforming workshop for students, in VAC 207
Oct. 7 — 5 p.m. Artist Talk in Room 209 of the Visual Arts Center
Oct. 7 — 6 p.m. Opening reception in the Birke Art Gallery.
Exhibition on view Oct. 7 – Nov. 7, 2024