It's All About The Line! At WCC - Celebrating The Artistry Of Drawing

Washtenaw Community College GalleryOne Celebrates

The Artistry of Drawing

Exhibition Runs Through Dec. 13 – Free And Open To The Public

Reception With Artists Larry Cressman and Charles Kanwischer Slated For Wednesday, Nov. 13

WHAT: An exhibition celebrating the resurgence of drawing as an artistic medium is on display at Washtenaw Community College’s GalleryOne. The exhibition titled, “Expanding The Line: Innovation” runs through Dec. 13. The focus of the exhibition is to explore the medium of drawing from a myriad of perspectives -- such as 20th Century surrealist artists who used drawing as the catalyst to explore their subconscious and contemporary artists who use drawing as a primary artistic vehicle.

The exhibition has a unique element – word and visual games which were actually used by surrealist artists and poets to spur creativity and innovation. One word game, “Exquisite Corpse”asks players to compose a poem – and then cover up all but the last line. Then the next player starts their poem using that line – forming one poem with each individual entry. All exhibition visitors will be asked to contribute to the“Exquisite Corpse” game and the entire book will be unveiled on Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. at GalleryOne.

Artists Larry Cressman and Charles Kanwischer will talk informallyabout their creative work during a special reception on Wednesday, Nov. 13. Cressman is a Professor of Art at the Penny Stamps School of Art and Design and the Residential College, both at the University of Michigan. Kanwischer is a Professor of Art at Bowling Green University in Ohio.

WHEN/WHERE:

1.) Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the GalleryOne lobby -- Reception With Artists Larry Cressman and Charles Kanwischer.

2.) Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 11 a.m. in the GalleryOne lobby– Unveiling of “Exquisite Corpse” word game.

WHY: “This beautiful show will allow visitors to spend time learning to appreciate the true art of drawing, said Anne Rubin, Gallery One’s director. “The work that has gone into some of these drawings is extraordinary – as each artist uses the basis of drawing in a unique and special way. I’m sure that visitors will enjoy playing the ‘Exquisite Corpse’game and leave amazed at the power of drawing.”

GALLERYONE: Washtenaw Community College’s GalleryOne – is located on the first floor of the Washtenaw Community College Student Center Building. Hours are Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. GalleryOne is dedicated to developing and presenting exhibitions that are enjoyable, educational and challenging. It focuses on exhibits that serve to reflect the mingling of interests, ideas and passions of students, artists and community members. More information about GalleryOne can be found at wccnet.org/galleryone or by calling (734) 477-8512.

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) has made education accessible and affordable for the local community for 48 years. Located in Ann Arbor, MI, the College offers over 120 degrees and certificates, an open door admission policy and affordable tuition rates. WCC is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, the regional accrediting organization recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.