EUGENE–An exhibition of new work by University of Oregon fine arts faculty, "18 Points of View," will open Oct. 2 at the UO Museum of Art, 1430 Johnson Lane.

Opening with a free public reception from 5:30—9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, the exhibition will continue through Jan. 2, 2000.

The show introduces new perspectives in contemporary art created by the artists’ use of fine craft and traditional media in the construction of ideas. Innovative and experimental manipulation of space, form and materials and the integration of technologies are central features of the exhibit.

"As artists it is imperative that we test the depth and breadth of our disciplines through our work, setting a standard and example for our students of risk-taking and commitment to profession," says Kate Wagle, Department of Fine and Applied Arts head.

These exhibition artists represent the diverse disciplines of painting, sculpture, printmaking, fibers, ceramics, metalsmithing, photography, visual design, animation and performance. Recognized as leaders in their fields, their work is presented frequently in regional, national and international venues.

"Approximately every four years, we highlight the work of these talented faculty artists to pay our respects to their work and to offer their students an opportunity to see the professional work of their teachers," says David Robertson, Museum of Art director.

The 18 exhibiting faculty artists with their disciplines, highest degrees and alma maters, include Laura Alpert, sculpture, master of fine arts (MFA), University of Oregon; Carla Bengtson, painting, MFA, Yale University; Ron Graff, painting, MFA, Yale University; Craig Hickman, visual design, MFA, University of Washington; Michael Holcomb, visual design, MFA, University of Oregon; and Leon Johnson, visual design, MFA, Iowa University.

Also exhibiting are George Kokis, ceramics, MFA, Alfred University; Sana Krusoe, ceramics, MFA, Claremont College; Dora Natella, sculpture, MFA, Western Michigan University; Ken O’Connell, visual design, MFA, University of Oregon; Ken Paul, printmaking and painting, MFA, University of Wyoming; and Barbara Pickett, fibers, bachelor of science, Portland State University.

Other UO fine arts faculty members exhibiting include Dan Powell, photography, MFA, University of Illinois; Margaret Prentice, printmaking, MFA, University of Colorado; Ying Tan, visual design, master of arts, Georgia State University; Laura Vandenburgh, painting, MFA, Hunter College; Kate Wagle, metalsmithing and jewelry, MFA, Arizona State University; and Terri Warpinski, photography, MFA, University of Iowa.

In conjunction with the "18 Points of View" exhibition, the Museum of Art will host a series of free weekly MusEvenings! and related events. Unless otherwise noted, all programs will begin at 6 p.m. at the Museum of Art.

• Oct. 6: Faculty lecture by Leon Johnson

• Oct. 7—9: "Faust/Faustus: Duet for Devils," a performance art piece conceived and designed by UO faculty member Leon Johnson portraying Christopher Marlowe’s Dr. Faustus and Goethe’s Faust as they share their final hour prior to damnation. Showing at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Oct. 7—8; showing at 7 p.m. only on Oct. 9. Tickets are $6 for UO Museum of Art members/UO students and faculty and $12 general public. For more information, call (541) 346-0942.

• Oct. 15: Featured lecture by Kristy Edmunds, founder of the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art, at 6 p.m. in Room 115 of Lawrence Hall, 1190 Franklin Blvd.

• Oct. 20: Faculty lecture by Barbara Pickett

• Oct. 27: Faculty lecture by Terri Warpinski

• Nov. 3: Faculty lecture by Mike Holcomb

• Nov. 17: Faculty lecture by Kate Wagle

"18 Points of View" is supported by funds and grants from the Frances A. Staten Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, the Oregon Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional support is provided by West Brothers Brewery and Museum of Art endowments–
the Autzen Endowment, the Culp Endowment, the Horton Endowment, and the Krause Endowment.

Accessible to people with disabilities, the UO Museum of Art is open from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Suggested admission is $3, except on Wednesdays when the MusEvenings! program offers free extended viewing hours from 5-8 p.m. Museum members, students, UO employees and children are admitted free.

For information, browse http://uoma.uoregon.edu or call (541) 346-3027.

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