The School of Art and the School of Art Gallery at the University of Manitoba are pleased to announce the upcoming Master of Fine Arts thesis exhibitions and defence examinations of three distinguished graduate students: Agata Garbowska, Takashi Iwasaki, and Benjamin Perron. These exhibitions will be on display from May 17 to June 21, 2024, offering a unique glimpse into the cutting-edge artistic processes and theories emerging from our talented artists.
Opening Reception Details:
- Date: Friday, May 17, 2024
- Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Location: School of Art Gallery, 255 ARTlab, 180 Dafoe Road, University of Manitoba
Exhibition Overviews:
Agata Garbowska: hauntings
hauntings leverages personal archives to delve into the phenomena of hauntings in relation to print media, memory, and time. Through the iterative processes of collage, printing, and reassembling, Garbowska investigates how past and remembered experiences shape our present. This exhibition invites viewers to ponder the decay of nostalgia and the transformation of built worlds into ruins.
- Public Thesis Defence: Thursday, May 23, 1:00 PM CT
Takashi Iwasaki: In My Living Room
In this exhibition, Iwasaki captures a moment of joy through the creation of tangible objects designed for intimate spaces like a living room. Working with clay, his works range from maquettes to functional pieces doubling as furniture, reflecting ongoing explorations of form and utility. This installation reflects Iwasaki’s indulgence in creativity and the ephemeral nature of pleasure.
- Public Thesis Defence: Wednesday, June 12, 10:00 AM CT
Benjamin Perron: What If the Sun Didn’t Rise
Perron challenges the conventions of photography by embracing alternative and experimental processes. Using materials like expired photographic paper and natural elements, his works encourage a slower, more contemplative engagement with art, aiming to reestablish a more embodied relationship with the world.
- Public Thesis Defence: Tuesday, May 21, 9:00 AM CT
We invite all art enthusiasts, students, and members of the community to join us in celebrating the achievements of these artists. Experience the power of new art and ideas that push the boundaries of traditional media and conceptual art practices. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to explore the latest in contemporary art at the University of Manitoba.
For more details about the artists and defence dates, visit https://umanitoba.ca/art/exhibitions-and-events#2024-mfa-thesis-exhibitions