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Exhibition Dates
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April 12th - May 6th, 2012
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Exhibition Title
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Outside-in: A Whimsical Exploration of Containment
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Overview
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As a potter, I focus on function. When challenged to produce a purely aesthetic piece, I turned to what I knew and created a sculpture inspired by function, though paradoxically nonfunctional. I began exploring the concept further, pairing activities and vessels to create a series of small contained scenes, fun little inversions of everyday activities. I start with a container, usually forming it on the wheel or with slabs and adding detail with hand building, carving, or under glazes. Then I shape the figure in an attitude I feel best portrays the functional use of her environment. Little details and changes occur to me as I work, and the finished piece is often a surprise to me. Art should imitate life in a way that reminds us of life’s beauty, which is often overlooked because of its ubiquity. I hope these pieces will tickle your psyche and remind you of the fun in your daily routines.
– Johannah Ryan, class of 2012
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Place(s) Exhibited
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Wikoff Student Gallery, Nott Memorial, 3rd Floor
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Reception & Other Events
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Artist Reception
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Friday, April 13,2012, 4:00 – 5:30 PM, at the Nott Memorial.
