This Fall, the David Owsley Museum of Art is proud to present The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis. Opening September 19 and remaining on view through December 20, 2024, this special exhibition features a selection of prints, sculptures, and paintings by one of the most important artists of the 20th century. A leading feminist and political voice in art and social justice, Catlett devoted her career of more than 60 years to expressing critical ideas in powerful visual form both in the United States of America and in her adopted country of Mexico. The works on display come from the personal collection of artist Samella Lewis, who was a student and lifelong friend of Catlett's.
An October 10 lecture at DOMA by noted Catlett scholar Melanie Herzog is part of Ball State's Arts Alive Series presented by the College of Fine Arts, and a November 12 screening of "Standing Strong: Elizabeth Catlett" at Pruis Hall will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers from New Mile Media Arts. Both events are open to the public with no admission fee, and students are particularly encouraged to attend.
DOMA director Robert La France will give a special tour of the exhibition at 4:00 p.m. on September 19 for faculty and educators interested in exploring ways to incorporate the show into classes. The tour is free, but registration is appreciated.
Visit bsu.edu/doma to learn more about the exhibition, related programs, and the museum.
About the David Owsley Museum of Art
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Muncie's Gateway to the World of Art
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The David Owsley Museum of Art at Ball State University houses a world art collection with more than 11,000 original works representing all seven continents. DOMA cultivates lifelong learning and recreation in the visual arts through exciting interdisciplinary exhibitions and engaging displays of the permanent collection in an educational environment that serves both the University and the East Central Indiana region. For more information, contact the museum.