Prescribing Creativity
On View at The Bristol Art Museum Sunday, Sept 22 – Sunday, Oct 20 Artists' Reception on Sunday, Sept 22, 2-4 pm "Prescribing Creativity" is an exhibit that celebrates doctors, nurses, other medical professionals, and medical students who have an artistic side to share. The goal of this exhibition is to provide medical professionals the opportunity to express their creativity. Through diverse and captivating artworks on display, we aim to showcase the multifaceted talents of these individuals. |
Lecture: Kintsugi: History, Technique and Culture
The Museum announces an evening exploring the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi on Thurs., Oct. 3, from 7 to 8 p.m. featuring a lecture titled "Kintsugi: History, Technique and Culture" by Quantum Wei at the Museum, 10 Wardwell St. Wei will also offer a workshop, Intro. to Kinstugi on Sat. Oct. 5 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Kintsugi, translating to "golden joinery," is a revered Japanese tradition of pottery repair that transforms broken ceramics into works of art. Rather than concealing the fractures, Kintsugi highlights them using lacquer-based adhesives and metallic powders, celebrating the object's history and imperfections. |