exhibition schedule 2008-2013
2009
- Oct. 11 - Dec. 13, 2009
Out of This World: Real & Imagined Landscapes of our Solar System
This visually dazzling exhibition chronicles the relationship between space science and art, bringing together the explorers and the artists who have illustrated their discoveries. This is a traveling exhibition, developed by the Hearst Art Gallery and the Saint Mary's College Astronomy and Physics Department. Contact Carrie Brewster by phone (925) 631-4643 or email at cbrewste@stmarys-ca.edu for information on available dates between 2010 and 2013, content and fees.
Opening Event Oct. 11:
"Top Tourist Attractions in Our Solar System!" with astronomer Andrew Fraknoi, Ph.D.
When: Oct. 11, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Where: LeFevre Theatre
Reception to follow
When: 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Where: Gallery & Art Patio
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November 17 Event:
"Exploring the Cosmos by Spacecraft and Paint Brush" with astronomer, artist & author William K. Hartmann, Ph.D.
When: Nov. 17, 7:00 PM
Stargazing & Meteor Shower Watch Follows, 8:30 PM Free Admission
Gallery open 6:30 – 7:00 PM
(Stargazing subject to weather condition cancellation; email hdonner@stmarys-ca.edu or check www.hearstartgallery.org to confirm & RSVP before Nov. 17)
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Exhibit Admission: $3; on view until Dec. 13; free parking
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ART:21–ART IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
Season 5 of the Peabody Award-Winning Series
Fourteen Artists Reveal their Ideas and Perspectives on World Events in Television's Only Series Dedicated Exclusively to Contemporary Art
The Peabody Award-winning series is a behind the scenes look at major contemporary art and artists, demonstrating the breadth of artistic practice across the country and revealing the richness of multicultural and multigenerational talent.
Join us for a premier viewing. A 30 minute panel discussion led by Saint Mary’s College art history and art practice faculty follows each viewing.
The Gallery will be open from 6 to 7 PM both nights. Free.
Oct. 7, 7:00-8:00 PM
EPISODE 2: Fantasy
Featuring artists Cao Fei, Mary Heilmann, Jeff Koons and Florian Maier Aichen
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Oct. 22, 7:00-8:00 PM
EPISODE 4: Systems
Featuring artists John Baldessari, Kimsooja, Allan McCollum and Julie Mehretu
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2010
- Ralph Borge : A Magical Realist and His Circle
January 23 - March 21 - Transfiguration: Unexpected Warhol
April 17 - June 20 - A Women in the Western Lanscape: Annie Harmon
July 10- September 12 - Mexican Silver: William Spratling & the Taxco Design Tradition
October 2 – December 12
2011
- Lee and Grant
January 29 - March 13
Toured by NEH on the Road, made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Mid-America Arts Alliance. - Sacred Maize
April 23 – June 26 - William Keith:100th Anniversary Celebration
July 16 – September 18 - tba
October 8 – December 18
2012
- The Veil: Visible and Invisible Space
February 4 – April 15 - Art of the Olympics
May 5 – July 8 - The Epperson Collection of 19th & 20th c. Landscapes
August 1 - September 16 - Cross/Purpose
October 13 – December 16
2013
- Carnival/ Carnaval!
February 2 – April 14
Toured by NEH on the Road, made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Mid-America Arts Alliance. - Art From the Trenches: Images from the Great War
May 4 - July 14 - 150th Anniversary of Saint Mary's College:
the Best of the Permanent Collection
August 3 - September 21 - Self-Portraits by Late 20th c. Masters: the Syracuse University Collection
October 19 - December 15
All programming subject to change
