Shawn Smith, "Dissonant Data"
Friday, September 20, 2024 All day
- LocationLangford Architecture Center Building A
- DescriptionAustin-based artist Shawn Smith merges nature and technology in his two- and three-dimensional work featuring life-size animals, insects and abstract self-portraits, exploring "how humans use data as a lens for looking at the anthropocene, species loss and habitat destruction." On view at Wright Gallery, Langford A, Room 212, from Sept. 16-Oct. 24. Artist talk: Sept. 26, 4-5 p.m.; reception from 5-6 p.m.
- Websitehttps://calendar.tamu.edu/live/events/332032-shawn-smith-dissonant-data
- CategoriesArts & Entertainment
More from Upcoming Events
- Sep 20All dayShutter and Sound: The Jazz Photography of Bob WilloughbyThis exhibition consists of 50 images taken by photographer Bob Willoughby from 1950–1960. In these vibrant photos, Willoughby's appreciation for and understanding of jazz music is apparent. "Willoughby not only had a good eye, he had a keen ear, and seemed to know when to snap at an inspired moment." – Dave Brubeck By 1950 jazz was here to stay and had migrated its unique sound from the streets of New Orleans to American cities from coast to coast. As the world changed, jazz evolved as well. One of the foremost jazz scenes was in Los Angeles, CA. Some would say it was due to the laid-back surfer culture of California, but the jazz of this region had a flavor all its own and is often considered the birth of what we know as "smooth jazz" today. Willoughby developed photos at night in his Los Angeles garage as he listened to jazz on the radio. If he heard a live broadcast from a nearby venue, he'd drop everything to go take photographs. Willoughby's photographs stand out because of their realism and immediacy. Working in difficult lighting and crowded conditions, these images are jazz improvisation made manifest: they give the viewer a sense of vibrant intimacy as he captured wistful singers, jamming musicians, and enthusiastic audiences. Willoughby photographed jazz greats such as Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, DaveBrubeck, and Frank Sinatra, to name just a few. A Program of Exhibits USA with Texas Commission on the Arts and The National Endowment for the Arts.
- Sep 20All dayThrifted ReligionThis exhibition is by Dr. Heidi Campbell, professor and Presidential Impact Fellow at Texas A&M University, and sponsored by the Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts. Exhibition: Sept. 9–29, 2024 Artist Lecture: Sept. 12, 2024 | 2:30-4 p.m. Guided Tours: Available for groups and Texas A&M classes. Tuesdays 10 a.m.–Noon and Thursdays Noon–2 p.m. through September. To schedule a tour, contact heidic@tamu.edu (mailto:heidic@tamu.edu) and meg.boone@tamu.edu (mailto:meg.boone@tamu.edu). Religions use a variety of objects to perform sacred rituals and communicate their beliefs in visual ways. These range from devotional objects such as prayer beads or holy texts to inspirational decor such as wall hangings with sacred verses or jewelry featuring religious symbols. Together they are referred to as "material religion," the things which religious communities and people use to live out their faith and express their beliefs. But what happens to these religious items when someone dies, changes their beliefs, or downsizes their home? These objects often show up in resale and thrift shops, where they are given a second chance to become part of another person's spiritual life or collection. From the artist: "In a place like Aggieland, located geographically at the end of what is called the American "Bible Belt," one would expect to find objects representing Christianity like crosses, crucifixes, and plaques with sayings from the Bible. But what you might find surprising is that examples of Buddhism, Judaism, and New Age Religions are also prevalent."
- Sep 20All dayTransit Fall ServiceFor service information visit transport.tamu.edu/busroutes (http://transport.tamu.edu/busroutes)
- Sep 20All dayVirtual Walk ChallengeGrab up to 8 team members to rally together and promote mental wellness and suicide awareness & prevention.How to join the league:Visit howdyhealth.org/programs (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/howdyhealth.org/programs__;!!KwNVnqRv!QFHEDc77CEP_7D2vtQ7CHbKtRO_50oh8PIyN3XusiqJTEPj1XsoClsKOREdg1DbG5jg$)Navigate to the Walk Through Texas History programLogin or create an account through the Register Now linkCopy this code and paste into the Team Code field: wtthL-240816-87036Complete the join a league form and submit to finalize
- Sep 208:30 AMTexas A&M Global Cyber Research Institute SummitWHAT TO EXPECTATTIREBusiness Professional AGENDA Check-in and Coffee | 8:30 a.m. Welcome | 9:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker | 9:30 a.m.Ann N. Campbell, Director, Cyber Strategy & Resource Coordination, Sandia National Laboratories Keynote Speaker | 10:30 a.m.Rafail Ostrovsky, Distinguished Professor Computer Science, Professor of Mathematics Norman E. Friedmann Chair in Knowledge Sciences, UCLA GCRI Rising Starts Research | 11:15 a.mDr. Jaewon Kim, GCRI Research Scientist Dr. Kate Davis, Associate Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering Dr. J.V. Rajendran, Associate Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering Dr. Marcus Botacin, Visiting Assistant Professor, Computer Science & Engineering Lunch and Poster Session | Noon Cyber in Defense Panel | 1:30 p.m. Cyber in Health Panel | 2:30 p.m. Cyber Tech Panel | 3:15 p.m. Closing Reception at the Chevron 299 | 4:00 p.m.Drinks and Appetizers will be served. PARKINGParking is available in Lots 47, 51 and Polo Garage with a valid TAMU parking permit. Parking is available for an hourly rate in Polo Garage (https://transport.tamu.edu/parkingmap/tsmap.htm?map=main&cit=20700). Although we'd love to see you, the spread of the flu and COVID is still a concern. If you are not feeling well, please send your regrets togcri@tamu.edu.
- Sep 209:00 AMDepartment of Architecture Fall 2024 Career FairClick here (https://tamu-csm.symplicity.com/events/2adf88a0fcee0d8255a047dac14e842f/employers) for a list of firms who will be attending.