Granite State Stuff : Andy Warhol exhibition

Those with vision loss have opportunity to experience Andy Warhol exhibition

AskLisa — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:36:00 GMT

If you or someone you know lives with vision loss, there's an opportunity later this month to enjoy a groundbreaking art exhibition right here in New Hampshire.

The New Hampshire State Library Talking Book Services for Blind and Physically Handicapped New Hampshire Residents is partnering with the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester to celebrate "Art Beyond Sight Awareness Month" on October 20 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Eight library patrons registered in the New Hampshire Talking Book Services program, each accompanied by a sighted companion, will participate in a private, verbal description tour of the special exhibition Andy Warhol: Pop Politics, which is at the Currier through January 4, 2009. This exhibition presents, together for the first time, Warhol's paintings, prints, drawings and photographs of political figures.

"Many people are under the mistaken impression that visual art is not accessible to those who live with vision loss," said the New Hampshire State Library's John Barrett. "Just as the New Hampshire State Library's Talking Books Service makes it possible for visually impaired people to enjoy literature, 'Art Beyond Sight Awareness Month' has found a way to bring the beauty and power of visual art to those who might not otherwise be able to experience it"

Timed to coincide with the 2008 presidential election, Andy Warhol: Pop Politics offers a thought-provoking and entertaining look at the leaders who shaped the twentieth century, as portrayed by one of America's best-known artists.

"We are so pleased to be able to offer this unique experience to New Hampshire
residents who experience vision loss," said Leah Fox, director of public programs at the Currier. "Part of the Currier's mission is to be a leader in developing innovative learning experiences that increase people's understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the arts and humanities, and participating in 'Art Beyond Awareness Month' is just one way we are working to reach that goal."

Those wishing to reserve a space for the October 20 program must be registered with the New Hampshire State Library Talking Book Services program. They may do so by calling 800-491-4200 (toll free).

"Art Beyond Sight Awareness Month" is an international initiative to promote art by and for people with vision loss and other disabilities, and to encourage multimodal approaches to art education and creativity. It is organized by Art Education for the Blind and its more than 200 Art Beyond Sight Collaborative partners around the world. For more information, visit www.artbeyondsight.org.

The New Hampshire State Library promotes excellence in libraries and library services to all New Hampshire residents, by assisting libraries and the people of New Hampshire with rapid access to library and informational resources through the development and coordination of a statewide library/information system, by meeting the informational needs of New Hampshire's state, county and municipal governments and its libraries, and by serving as a resource for New Hampshire. For more information, visit www.nh.gov/nhsl.

The Currier Museum of Art is an internationally renowned art museum located in Manchester, New Hampshire. The Currier features European and American paintings, decorative arts, photographs and sculpture, including works by Picasso, Monet, O'Keeffe, Wyeth, and LeWitt with exhibitions, tours, and programs year-round. The museum also offers tours of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Zimmerman House—reservations required. The Currier Museum Art Center offers studio workshops and classes for children and adults. The Currier Museum of Art is accredited by the American Association of Museums. For more information, visit http://www.currier.org.

Party like it's 1979! Join the Scene at the Currier's Warhol AFTER PARTY!

AskLisa — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:30:00 GMT

What's a Warhol show without an after party? Enjoy the Currier Museum of Art after hours at the Warhol AFTER PARTY on Friday, September 26, from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. This may be the event to be at this fall, so grab a friend and head to the Currier's new Winter Garden.

Party to the tunes of the Velvet Underground cover band, Velveeta, and enjoy Warhol-inspired drinks and food. Space is limited and tickets are selling fast, so reserve yours at http://www.currier.org or call 603.669.6144 ext 108. Tickets are $10 for museum members and $20 for non-members. This is 21 and over party

If you are not yet a Currier member, this is your chance to get a preview of the Andy Warhol: Pop Politics blockbuster exhibition – before the doors open to the public.

Andy Warhol: Pop Politics assembles together for the first-time more than sixty of Warhol's paintings, prints, drawings, and photographs of international and U.S. political figures ranging from Mao Zedong and Queen Elizabeth II to commissioned portraits of Edward Kennedy and a "Vote McGovern" poster featuring Richard Nixon. Warhol's images of presidents, queens, Communist dictators, and other political figures reveal intriguing insights into his obsession with fame and power. This exhibition offers a thought-provoking and entertaining look at the leaders who shaped the twentieth century and the important role image plays in the political process.

Andy Warhol: Pop Politics is organized by the Currier Museum of Art, Manchester, NH. The exhibition is sponsored in part by Public Service Company of New Hampshire, with additional support from the NBT Charitable Trust and the Badger Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Media sponsor is WZID, 95.7FM. For complete programming and exhibition information visit http://www.currier.org or call 603.669.6144 x108.

Andy Warhol painting of Mao Zedong in new exhibition at the Currier Museum of Art

AskLisa — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:46:00 GMT

MANCHESTER, NH--If you have watched the Olympic coverage you cannot escape the ever-present image of Mao Zedong. Andy Warhol was fascinated by the media coverage of Mao three decades ago after President Nixon's visit to China. He used the images of Mao he found in the media to develop drawings, a collection of screen prints, Mao wallpaper, and a Xerox series of images. All of these will be on view during the Currier Museum of Art's new exhibition Andy Warhol: Pop Politics from September 27, 2008 through January 4, 2009.

Mao, 1972
Founding Collection, The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh
© 2008 Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts / ARS, New York

If you have watched the Olympic coverage you cannot escape the ever-present image of Mao Zedong. Andy Warhol was also fascinated by the media coverage of Mao three decades ago after President Nixon's visit to China. He used the images he found in the media to develop drawings, a collection of screen prints of Mao, Mao wallpaper, and a Xerox series of images. All of these will be on view during the Currier Museum of Art's new exhibition Andy Warhol: Pop Politics from September 27, 2008 through January 4, 2009.

Pop Politics displays together for the first time more than sixty of Warhol's paintings, prints, drawings, and photographs of political figures. The Currier Museum of Art (http://www.currier.org) in Manchester, NH is home to an internationally respected collection of European and American paintings, decorative arts, photographs, and sculpture. New galleries showcase the collection of over 11,000 objects. To book a tour or get more information, visit www.currier.org or call 603-669-6144, ext. 108.

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