Farmington, ME (April 3, 2019)—-The University of Maine at Farmington proudly presents “Now is Over,” the 2019 Senior Art Show for graduating art students. This thesis exhibition is on display from Thursday, April 4–Sunday, May 12 in the UMF Art Gallery and Emery Community Arts Center. An opening reception will take place Thursday, April 4, 5-7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Senior artists include: Martha Campbell from Madison; Gregory China from Rome, Italy; Zion Hodgkin from Farmington, Amethyst Miller from Waterville, Adam Morrison from Farmington, Jonathan Petrey from Madison, and Renee Schneider from Nashua, N.H.
“Now is Over” exhibits a collection of work that crafts narratives around a wide range of subjects, including psychology, utopia, identity, memory, futility, parody, beauty and violence. These pieces are designed to evoke reflection and, sometimes, laughter. This group show focuses on digital video and animation. Sculptural objects, as well as prints and photographs, will also be featured.
The 2017 senior art exhibit is sponsored by the UMF Division of
the Arts.
The UMF Art Gallery is located at 246 Main Street in Farmington, behind the UMF Admission Office. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m. and by appointment. For more information or to make an appointment please contact Sarah Maline, UMF Art Gallery director, at maline@maine.edu or 207-778-1062.
The Emery Community Arts Center is located on Academy Street, adjacent to UMF Merrill Hall. The Emery Flex Space Gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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April Mulherin
UMF Associate Director for Media Relations
office: 207-778-7081
cell: 207-491-0064
april.mulherin@maine.edu