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The Harwood Museum of Art Newsletter |
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EXHIBITIONS
Opening February 25 Agnes Martin: Before the Grid and Agnes Martin: Works on Paper
Little attention has been paid to internationally acclaimed artist Agnes Martin's aesthetic roots. Agnes Martin: Before the Grid is designed to fill this historical art gap. The exhibition, along with a series of lectures, films and a symposium, pays tribute to this remarkable artist while celebrating the 100th anniversary of her birth. The 30 paintings and drawings in the exhibition, many of which have never been exhibited before, were culled by curators Tiffany Bell and Jina Brenneman from private and public collections. These pieces, dating from the early 1940s through the 1950s, comprise a little-known body of work demonstrating Martin's evolution from portraits, still-lifes and landscapes to the biomorphic and geometric abstractions preceding the grid paintings for which she is internationally recognized. Go to this special section on the Harwood's web site for complete information about the exhibitions and related programs.
Agnes Martin: Before the Grid Catalogue A 70-page color catalogue featuring an art historical essay by Dr. Richard Tobin accompanies the exhibition. The catalogue includes introductory text by Arne Glimcher of The Pace Gallery and artist and friend of Martin, Richard Tuttle. Info: 575-758-9826 (x102) or send an e-mail to shop@harwoodmuseum.org. Cost: $36 Alliance members, $40 nonmembers.
Alliance Members' Opening Reception
Friday, February 24, 5-7 pm
Members of the Harwood Museum Alliance are invited to preview the exhibitions during this reception. Not an Alliance member? Join here!
Lodging Sponsors
The Historic Taos Inn, La Posada de Taos Bed and Breakfast and El Monte Sagrado. Go here for more information, including promotional codes.
Through February 19, 2012
An exhibition of work created by Taos Modernist Oli Sihvonen (1921-1991) during the last four years of his life. The work in this exhibition has never before been on public display.
Images: (top) Agnes Martin, Untitled, 1954, collection University of New Mexico Art Museum, copyright 2012 Agnes Martin/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. (bottom) Oli Sihvonen, Untitled, 1988, collection Oli Sihvonen Trust.
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THE MUSEUM STORE
Shop & Learn Trunk Show
Saturday, February 4, 2012
12-2 p.m. Free Artist Reception with Gretchen Ewert
Arroyo Hondo artist Gretchen Ewert will display her new line of ceramic and metal jewelry. Over decades of artistry, Gretchen has traveled throughout West Africa, Australia, India and Southeast Asia - influences that can be seen in her hand- designed paper and ceramic work. The public is invited to meet Gretchen and see a demonstration of her hand-built clay jewelry. The work will be on display for the month of February. For more information contact Director of Visitor Services Carolyn Hinske at 575-758-9826 or shop@harwoodmuseum.org.
Gretchen's work will be featured throughout the month of February. 10% discount for Alliance members.
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Thursdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, 7 p.m. SOMOS Winter Writers Series at the Harwood
Taos has long been a haven for the creative soul. Since the arrival of literary notables Willa Cather and D.H. Lawrence in the early twentieth century, literature has played a prominent role in the area's rich cultural landscape. As literary arts flourished, the need for formal community support became apparent, which led to the Society of the Muse of the Southwest (SOMOS). The February schedule at the Harwood is:
February 2 SOMOS presents Young Writers Night, hosted by poet Rita O'Connell. Students from Chrysalis, Vista Grande, Taos High and Taos Academy will read their poems and short works of prose.
February 9 Up and Coming Writers: John Biscello, fiction; Jean-Marie Saporito, short story; Hannah Rappaport, memoir; Karen Baldwin, memoir; and Ned Dougherty, poetry.
February 16 SOMOS presents William DeBuys, whose seven books include the recent, A Great Aridness: Climate Change and the Future of the American West.
February 23 SOMOS presents Phaedra Greenwood reading selections on the theme of Women and Nature; Anita Rodriguez will read from her soon-to-be published cookbook - on the theme of Women and Culture.
Tickets $6 Harwood Alliance Members & SOMOS Members; $8 Non-Members.
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Staff Spotlight
Whatever they do at the Harwood Museum of Art, our staff shares a passion for the museum, for the collection and for you, our members and visitors, through their work. This new column is an opportunity to acknowledge the dedication and exemplary performance of staff members who deserve special recognition.
This month we'd like to recognize and celebrate the achievements and contributions Betsy Bowen has made to the successful operation of the museum. Betsy is the Curatorial Assistant at the Harwood Museum of Art.
"Betsy Bowen brings professionalism, expertise and extreme care to the Curatorial Department at the Harwood Museum," says Jina Brenneman, Curator of Collections and Exhibitions. "At the same time, her sense of humor and patience is the glue that holds this department together. Betsy has been instrumental in the evolvement of the Agnes Martin centennial exhibitions opening this month. She has coordinated all of the logistics, worked closely with lenders, c ollaborated with the creation of the invitation, gallery guide and catalog. Betsy's input into the curatorial melting pot of ideas is invaluable."
Since 1981 Betsy Bowen has committed her life to nonprofit arts organizations. She holds an MA in sculpture from Temple University. She worked as a curator, registrar, and manager at "Grounds for Sculpture" in Hamilton, NJ, one of the leading sculpture parks and foundries in the nation. She was actively involved in installations, development and organizing major exhibitions there. Betsy taught sculpture at Philadelphia School of Art. In her earliest professional career, she served as assistant to the academic director at the Johnson Atelier.
Betsy and lifetime friend and husband, sculptor Petro Hul, live in Arroyo Hondo with two handsome cats.
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Harwood Museum of Art Ski Special
Bring your lift ticket or season pass from any New Mexico ski resort and receive either 20% off museum admission (one discount per lift ticket) or 10% off any item in the Harwood Museum of Art Store. (Films and special performances are not included).
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FROM THE DIRECTOR Susan Longhenry  As Valentine's Day approaches, we'd like to recognize the many women who make the Harwood Museum of Art such an important and beloved museum. Those women include Agnes Martin, who is celebrated in our upcoming exhibitions Agnes Martin: Before the Grid and Agnes Martin: Works on Paper. See the special section on the museum's website for information about these landmark exhibitions and related programs. The Town of Taos has recognized Agnes as a legend in their Remarkable Women of Taos celebration, which kicks off at the Harwood on March 22 - the centennial of Agnes Martin's birth.
We're also thrilled that the Town of Taos has recognized as remarkable women two of our key staff members, Jina Brenneman and Lucy Perera. Both women contribute to making the Harwood Museum of Art a cultural touchstone for many in northern New Mexico. Another remarkable woman is Curatorial Assistant Betsy Bowen, featured in our staff spotlight column.
Finally, we understand the pressure of finding just the right gift for your special someone - especially on Valentine's Day! This Saturday, February 4 we host the February Shop & Learn Trunk Show with work by Arroyo Hondo artist Gretchen Ewert. You can find great gifts for your loved one amongst her hand-designed paper and ceramic work. And join us Saturday, February 11, for the Valentine's Day Workshop in the Fern Hogue Mitchell Education Center, where you can create beautiful handmade valentines for your friends and family.
Happy Valentine's Day, 
FEBRUARY CALENDAR
Friday, Feb 3, 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb 4, 7 pm
and Sunday, Feb 5, 2 pmDance Kaleidoscope presents performances featuring the exciting variety of cross-cultural dance currently being taught and studied by adult dancers in Taos. From flamenco, jazz and tap to Argentine tango, Aztec, Afro fusion and many places in between, Dance Kaleidoscope will take you on an unexpected journey into the myriad diverse patterns of the human form.Tickets: $10 Harwood Alliance members; $12 non-members. Friday, Feb 10, 7 pm, REACH FOR THE STARS: Oscar Nominated Animated Shorts The Harwood in collaboration with Emerging Cinemas presents the world premiere of Reach for the Stars , featuring the 2011 Oscar nominees for animation. Sunday/Dimanche, 10 minutes; The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, 15 minutes; La Luna, 7 minutes; A Morning Stroll, 7 minutes; Wild Life, 13 minutes. Tickets: $8 Alliance members; $10 non-members. Saturday, February 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
VALENTINES DAY WORKSHOP Fern Hogue Mitchell Education Center. Join the Harwood educators for a valentines art extravaganza. Create handmade artistic valentines for everyone in your class and family. Using a variety of materials, the sky is the limit. Certain techniques will be shared. All ages encouraged to attend. Suggested donation $5 per family - all funds benefit the Harwood Art in the Schools program. Info: education@harwoodmuseum.orgSaturday, February 11, 7 p.m.
ALL ABOUT DANCE WITH TEO MORCA  Teo Morca, a dancer who has lived on and off in Taos since 1965, will share experiences from his nonstop 60 years as a dancer, teacher, choreographer and author in an informal "Charla," or discussion. He'll also screen a recent documentary of his ongoing life as a dance artist. Teo, of Hungarian descent, is well known as a "Flamenco dancer;" however, his career has encompassed almost all forms of dance. Tickets: $8 Alliance members; $10 non-members. Info: education@harwoodmuseum.org Friday, February 17, 7 p.m.DAVID BARSAMIAN: FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION, THE MEDIA AND DEMOCRACY One of America's most tireless and wide-ranging investigative journalists, David Barsamian has altered the independent media landscape, both through his weekly radio show "Alternative Radio" and with his books. Barsamian, who was recently deported from India due to his work on Kashmir and other revolts, discusses world affairs, the state of journalism, censorship, the economic crisis, and global rebellions. Jointly presented by the Harwood Museum of Art, Cultural Energy, and the University of New Mexico. $10 suggested donation, $8 Harwood Museum Alliance and Cultural Energy members.
Saturday, February 18, 7 p.m.
THE BLACK POWER MIXTAPE
The Harwood Museum of Art and Emerging Cinemas present award- winning documentary The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975. The film examines the evolution of the Black Power Movement in the black community and Diaspora from 1967 to 1975. Tickets: $8 Alliance members; $10 non-members. Sunday, February 19, 2012, 2 p.m.
ART21: CHANGE Join us for a free screening of season six of the Peabody Award-winning television series, Art in the Twenty-First Century. Free with museum admission, which is free to Taos County residents every Sunday. Info: education@harwoodmuseum.org Tuesday, February 28, 6 p.m. GLORIA STEINEM/BUDD MISHKIN
LIVE FROM 92ND ST. Y
Gloria Steinem talks about her her work as an organizer, lecturer and frequent media spokeswoman on issues of equality. She'll also discuss her work organizing across boundaries for peace and justice. In 1972 Gloria Steinem cofounded Ms. magazine, and in 1973, she became the founding president of the Ms. Foundation for Women. Budd Mishkin is the host and reporter for NY1's "One on 1 with Budd Mishkin."
Advance tickets for all programs are available at the Harwood's admissions desk.
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AGNES MARTIN GALLERY YOGA
Wed., Feb. 8, 15, 22 and 29 8:30-10 a.m.
A special meditative Jivamukti Yoga program with certified instructor Jayne
Schell in the Agnes Martin Gallery. Open to all levels, yoga mats provided. $8 Harwood Alliance members (Alliance members may purchase a class card of 8 classes for $40), non-members $10 drop-in fee. If UNM-Taos is on a 2-hour delay or snow day, this program is cancelled. Info: education@harwoodmuseum.org
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HOMESCHOOL ART Monday, Feb. 27,10-11:30 am
Fern Hogue Mitchell Education Center
Homeschool families are invited to a special monthly art program exploring the Harwood's  diverse collections and exhibitions. The program includes gallery experiences and related art-making activities in the Museum's inspiring Fern Hogue Mitchell Education Center. Although this program is designed for children aged 4-10, all ages are welcome. Parent participation is required. |
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