The Hallie Ford Museum of Art in Salem presents “Witness: Themes of Social Justice in Contemporary Printmaking and Photography from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation” through Dec. 20 in the Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery and the Maribeth Collins Lobby.
Drawn from one of the legendary contemporary print collections in the United States, “Witness” explores issues of race, identity and social justice in contemporary printmaking and photography. The exhibition has been organized by Portland art historian and scholar Elizabeth Bilyeu and explores four thematic sections: Stories and Histories, Pressures of Pop Culture, Challenging Expectations of Place and Unconventional Portraits. The exhibition features 82 prints by 40 nationally and internationally recognized artists, including Enrique Chagoya, Lalla Essaydi, Mildred Howard, Hung Liu, Nicola Lopez, Wendy Red Star (Apsáalooka), Roger Shimomura, Kara Walker and Marie Watt (Seneca).
LeRonn Brooks, an assistant professor of African and African American Studies at Lehman College of the City University of New York, will deliver an illustrated lecture on the theme of social justice in modern and contemporary art on September 29 at 5 p.m., Admission to this series of lectures is complementary and they will be held in the Paulus Lecture Hall at the Willamette University College of Law located at 245 Winter St. SE, Salem, Oregon.
Hallie Ford Museum of Art at Willamette University
Public contact: 503-370-6855 | museum-art@willamette.edu
Exhibition website: willamette.edu/go/witness
IMAGE: Roger Shimomura (American, b. 1939), “Nisei Trilogy: The Camps,” 2015, ed. 4/50, lithograph, 18 1/2 x 27 inches, Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer, 2015. 794b. Photo: Strode Photographic LLC
HEAD: Salem museum presents social justice print/photo exhibit
The Hallie Ford Museum of Art in Salem presents “Witness: Themes of Social Justice in Contemporary Printmaking and Photography from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation” through Dec. 20 in the Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery and the Maribeth Collins Lobby.
LeRonn Brooks, an assistant professor of African and African American Studies at Lehman College of the City University of New York, will deliver an illustrated lecture on the theme of social justice in modern and contemporary art on Sept. 29 at 5 pm. Admission is complementary.
The lecture is in conjunction with the exhibit “Witness: Themes of Social Justice in Contemporary Printmaking and Photography from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation.” The exhibit is up Sept. 15 through Dec. 20 in the Melvin Henderson-Rubio Gallery and the Maribeth Collins Lobby of the The Hallie Ford Museum of Art in Salem.
Drawn from one of the legendary contemporary print collections in the United States, “Witness” explores issues of race, identity and social justice in contemporary printmaking and photography. The exhibition has been organized by Portland art historian and scholar Elizabeth Bilyeu and explores four thematic sections: Stories and Histories, Pressures of Pop Culture, Challenging Expectations of Place and Unconventional Portraits. The exhibition features 82 prints by 40 nationally and internationally recognized artists, including Enrique Chagoya, Lalla Essaydi, Mildred Howard, Hung Liu, Nicola Lopez, Wendy Red Star (Apsáalooka), Roger Shimomura, Kara Walker and Marie Watt (Seneca).
Art + Spirit Workshop: Entering into the Shiviti
Through the traditional Jewish art form known as the Shiviti, we will study, contemplate and enter into artistic expression. Please bring the medium of your choice — visual and expressive arts, songwriting and composing, sculpture, glass, fabric arts and more. A half-hour talk on the history, mystical practice and examples of traditional and contemporary forms will be followed by Q&A, Shiviti gazing, time to create your own Shiviti art work and debriefing.
Rabbi Dr. Goldie Milgram is an artist, educator, author and spiritual guide honored by the Covenant Foundation and National Jewish Book Council for her innovative programs, books, and resources. Her new book release is Wisdom from Reb Zalman: Embracing the Jewish Spirit (Reclaiming Judaism Press).
Thursday, Aug. 1
6:30 pm
Cost: $18.
Register: oregonjcc.org/artandspirit
In partnership with ORA
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Monthly Mitzvah Project
Each month the MJCC and PJA communities will collect items for the monthly mitzvah. Drop off items in the blue bin in the MJCC lobby. Check the display for how you can participate and donate to these worthy causes.
This project reflects the Jewish commitment to Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), providing opportunities to give back to our community.
Please drop off items in the blue bin in the MJCC Lobby.
November
Thanksgiving Food Items for families in need
• JFCS (Jewish Family & Child Service) Clients
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration
Find Your Future Workshop
Organize Yourself for Success: For Grades 5 – 8 and 9 – 12 NEW!
Help your student start the school year off right by learning new study skills to maximize their efficiency and decrease stress. Focus on time management, prioritization, goal setting, and binder organization. This motivation-based approach builds students’ academic confidence and organizational skills. Instructor: Tina-Marie Baskin
SESSION 1, FOR BOTH GROUPS OF YOUTH GRADES 5 – 8 AND 9 -12 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
For Youth Grades 5 – 8
Session II: Mondays
October 21, 28, November 4, 11
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI102B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
For Youth Grades 9 – 12
Session II: Tuesdays
October 29, November 5, 12, 19
4:00 – 5:15 pm, SI103B
Cost: $56. Member Cost: $48.
Register: oregonjcc.org/registration