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| Committed Explanations in Geography A free exhibition by New York-based artist Pablo Helguera WHAT: Committed Explanations in Geography, a solo exhibition by New York-based artist Pablo Helguera, is an upcoming show at the School of Art at The Cooper Union that showcases his recent artworks highlighting cultural and linguistic gaps specific to the Americas (January 27 –February 21, 2009). Helguera's four-week, multi-disciplinary exhibition will feature video, sculpture, collage, printmaking and performance that will provide the viewer with an opportunity to reflect on the significant cultural change that has taken place in North and South America. Using minimalist forms to articulate cultural tradition, Helguera's artistic practice raises questions about the diversity of the American landscape, where native traditions and languages are obscured by more contemporary systems. The artist has presented his work locally at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and at PERFORMA 05, New York’s first performance art biennial, as well as internationally in museums located in Japan, Zurich and Brazil, to name a few. Helguera is also the author of four books and has worked as a cultural promoter and educator for more than 15 years in U.S. museums. Artwork is available upon request. WHEN: Opening Reception: Tuesday, January 27, 6 – 8pm Exhibition on view: January 27 –February 21, 2009 Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 11 – 6pm WHERE: The Cooper Union School of Art, Arthur A. Houghton, Jr. Gallery, 7 East 7th Street, 2nd Floor, 7 East 7th Street, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10003 , Subways: Astor Place (6), 8th Street (N, R) FOR MORE INFORMATION: 212.353.4200 or www.cooper.edu * * * The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is a distinguished private college of art, architecture and engineering founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, an inventor, industrialist and philanthropist. Since its founding, all admitted students have received full-tuition scholarships. |
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| The New York Optimist February 2009 |
