VISUAL POETICS: ART AND THE WORD
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MIAMI ART MUSEUM PRESENTS
VISUAL POETICS: ART AND THE WORD
On view April 25 through November 16, 2003
MIAMI, March 21, 2003--Miami Art Museum's new exhibition, Visual
Poetics:
Art and the Word, presents approximately 50 works by an international
roster of artists, focusing on the interaction of words and image. The =
exhibition is a richly varied display, involving several languages and =
many media, from small, intimate artists books, to large 9 by 13
square-foot expressionistic paintings. The works are drawn from MAM's =
permanent holdings and from private collections, including the
internationally renowned Ruth and Marvin Sackner Archive of Concrete
and Visual Poetry.
Visual Poetics: Art and the Wordis curated by MAM associate curator
Cheryl Hartup, and features painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, =
prints, artists' books, and video by such artists as Carl Andre, José =
Bedia, Marcel Broodthaers, Jenny Holzer, André Masson, Rivane
Neuenschwander, Tom Phillips, Ed Ruscha, and Carrie Mae Weems.
The exhibition is organized around three themes: the political, the
poetic, and the purely formal. For example, Glenn Ligon addresses
issues of racial identity by stenciling statements by African-American =
authors across the surface of his paintings. Raymond Pettibon combines =
drawings of figures usually associated with popular culture-like
baseball players and characters like Alice of Alice in Wonderland-with =
sometimes oblique, but always poetic ruminations. Bruce Pearson =
sculpts
language in his Styrofoam relief "paintings." His Die of Pleasure in =
dozens of shades of white is an image of transcendental beauty.
"Visual Poetics: Art and the Word is a lively display of the many ways =
in which visual artists embrace the written word and offers a distinct =
perspective of MAM's permanent holdings of international art. Artists =
have been fascinated with images and words since ancient times, but
particularly in the 20th century. I am pleased MAM's exhibition
includes works that have been created in the last few years and those
of great historical importance," said Suzanne Delehanty, MAM director.
One of the most historically important works on view is Stéphane
Mallarmé's "visual" poem Un Coup de dés (A Throw of the Dice) from =
1897. This groundbreaking work by the noted, 19th-century, French
writer, is the first poem whose visual presentation on the page is
integral to its poetic meaning. Mallarmé's literary invention has =
influenced painters, artists, musicians, and poets for over a
century. It is also the starting point for the Sackner Archive of
Concrete and Visual Poetry.
"We are pleased that Miami Art Museum is exhibiting the works of Enzo
Miglietta, Françoise Mairey, Simon Lewty, and Dimitry Babenko from our =
archive. It is the first time these artists have been seen by the
public in the United States in a museum setting. We feel the works =
will
add a significant contribution to the success of the show," said Ruth
and Marvin Sackner.
MEMBERS PREVIEW
A special members opening takes place on Thursday, April 24, 2003,
7-8:30 p.m. MAM members free; non-members $10 (may be applied toward =
membership). For information, call 305.375.1708.
RELATED PROGRAMS
K-12 School and Summer Camp Tours
Tuesdays-Fridays, April 25 through November 16, 2003, 10 a.m., 11 a.m., =
and noon
Discover how art can influence students' visual understanding, language =
skills, and critical thinking through fun, interactive tours led by
trained gallery teachers. Free buses for public school students are
available to those who sign up early. To schedule a tour, call
305.375.4073. Tours are $1 per student. Free for Title I schools.
Second Saturdays are Free for Families
Second Saturdays, May 10, 2003, 1-4 p.m.
Families of all ages explore MAM together, find inspiration to create
works of art, and participate in hands-on activities. Free admission.
JAM at MAM
Third Thursdays
Every month JAM at MAM, the museum's happy hour with an artful twist,
features an intriguing mix of things to do from gallery tours and book =
readings to poetry slams and slide JAMs. Unwind after work in a =
relaxed
environment that includes guest DJs, a Martini Lounge, and donation
bar. MAM members free; non-members free with $5 museum admission.
May 15, 5:30-8 p.m.
7:30-8 p.m. In conjunction with Visual Poetics: Art and the =
Word
actor, director, and
playwrig=
ht Natasha Tsakos will perform Stéphane
Mallarmé's famous poem
Un=
Coup de dés (A Throw of the Dice) in French
and English.
Visitors Gallery
Designed for visitors of all ages, this interactive area features
reading materials, videos, writing stations, and hands-on activities
intended to enhance the understanding and enjoyment of Visual
Poetics. Free.
Gallery Notes
This illustrated take-home brochure provides background information on =
Visual Poetics. Available in the galleries. Free.
Family Activity Guide
This publication invites children and adults to take a trip into the
colorful world of modern art. Filled with writing and drawing
activities, questions, and fun facts. The Family Activity Guide is
supported by MetLife Foundation. Available in the galleries. Free.
Sunday Tours
Sundays, 2 p.m.
Each Sunday, MAM's volunteer docents lead gallery tours of MAM's
exhibitions for drop-in visitors. Free Sundays at MAM is sponsored by =
The Miami Herald/El Nuevo Herald. Free admission.
Private Group Tours
Tuesdays- Friday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Tours of Visual Poetics, given by MAM's volunteer docents, may be
arranged through MAM's education office. To make reservations, call
305.375.4073. Guided tours are free for groups of 10 or more with
museum admission.
HOURS
Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Third Thursdays until 9 p.m.,
Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays.
ADMISSION
MAM members and children under 12 free, adults $5, seniors and students =
$2.50. Second Saturdays are Free for Families and every Sunday is free. =
Free Sundays at MAM is sponsored by The Miami Herald/El Nuevo Herald.
LOCATION
101 West Flagler Street, downtown Miami
TELEPHONE
PARKING
The Cultural Center Garage, located at 50 NW 2nd Avenue, has six floors =
of secure, enclosed parking. Discounted parking when ticket is
validated at MAM.
WEBSITE
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Miami Art Museum receives both private and public funding. More than =
50
percent of its annual support comes from corporations, individuals,
foundations and MAM members. MAM is sponsored in part by the State of =
Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the
Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts; with =
the
support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the
Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of =
County Commissioners.
Winter Morea
Marketing and Public Affairs Assistant
101 W. Flagler St.
Miami, FL 33130
TEL: 305.375.1724
FAX: 305.375.1725
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