March 2012 TMA Program Highlights
Continuing Exhibitions
Storytelling in Miniature
Through March 4, 2012, Works on Paper Galleries
Approximately 140 miniature prints dating from the Renaissance through the modern era from the Toledo Museum of Art collection are featured. Some prints are so small that a magnifying glass is required to appreciate them fully. Artists represented include Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt van Rijn, Charles Meryon and others. A free companion digital catalog is available online. Free admission.
European Expressionist and Cubist Works on Paper
Through March 11, 2012, Gallery 18
Organized by art history students at the University of Toledo and drawn from the TMA collection, this exhibition features prints, illustrated books and drawings from the early 20th century, including works by Picasso, Matisse, Kollwitz, Kirchner, Kandinsky and others. Free admission.
Small Worlds
Through March 25, 2012, Canaday Gallery
Small Worlds approaches the idea of “small” from many perspectives through the work of five artists and sometimes the finished works themselves aren’t small at all. The microcosms created in these works of art deal with issues of scale, setting up an intimate interaction between object and observer. Artists include Gregory Euclide, Joe Fig, Charles Kanwischer, Lori Nix and Tabaimo. A 65-square-foot Tumbleweed Tiny House, on display near the Monroe Street entrance to the Museum, also is part of the exhibition. Small Worlds is made possible by members of the Museum and is supported in part by The Andersons and the Lathrop Company. Free admission.
On View in the Community Galleries
Quest for Fire Studios
Through March 22, 2012, Community Gallery
The artists of Quest for Fire Studios, inspired by the Small Worlds exhibition, create works related to scale and perception based on their own unique worlds. Viewers will feel both large and small in relation to these objects in a variety of media. Some artists will show other work as well. Current and relevant, the work of these active local artists always makes for a dynamic exhibition. Free admission.
Special Events & Presentations
FREE Masters Series Lecture: Jay Shafer: Tumbleweed and the Tiny House Movement
March 8: 7 p.m., Peristyle
Jay Shafer, founder of the Tumbleweed Tiny House Company and a recognized leader in the small living movement, is the first speaker in the Toledo Museum of Art’s 2012 Masters Series Lectures. A designer specializing in sustainable architecture and urban planning, he conceived of “little buildings” in 1997 for economical reasons, both practical and personal. In addition to concerns about the impact of ever-larger houses on the environment and maintaining unnecessary space in his own living quarters, he says, “The simple, slower lifestyle my homes have afforded is a luxury for which I am continually grateful.” Shafer will talk about the growing movement toward living smaller and simpler.
FREE Presentation: Dragons of the North: The World of Viking Longships
March 16: 7:30 p.m., Little Theater
Viking ships are among the most remarkable artifacts in the realm of archaeological discovery, dominating European history between 800 and 1100 AD. They were used as warships, trading craft and vessels of exploration and colonization. An ambitious project in the field of experimental archaeology has involved the reconstruction and sea trials of many Viking ship types. John R. Hale, director of liberal studies at the University of Louisville in Kentucky, traces the ancestry of Viking ships all the way back to sewn-plank canoes of the Scandinavian Bronze Age, and shows the links between these remarkable ships and the watercraft of the Pacific and central Africa. The presentation is co-sponsored by the Toledo Museum of Art and the Archaeological Institute of America–Toledo Society.
EpiCuratorial Art Dinner: Antiquities
March 22: 7 p.m., Peristyle Lobby
Toledo Museum of Art staff members Carolyn Putney, director of collections, and Andrea Mall, assistant registrar, will discuss lifestyles and favorite foods of the ancient Romans. Part of the Museum's EpiCuratorial Art Dinner series, seating is limited; reservations required. Tickets ($100 for Museum members/$115 nonmembers) include presentation, dinner, wine, tax and gratuity, and go on sale March 2. Call 419-255-8000 ext. 7432 for more information and reservations.
FREE Public Lecture: The Toledo Workshops Revisited
March 30: 6: 6:30 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion®
Three artists chosen for a residency honoring the 50th anniversary of the Studio Glass Movement discuss applying 2012 concepts to making glass art with 1962 tools. Starting March 22, Museum visitors may watch these artists construct and create with a glass furnace based on one used during the 1962 Toledo workshop. This commemorative program is presented by the Toledo Museum of Art with support from the Robert M. Minkoff Foundation. For more about the birth of the American Studio Glass Movement, visit toledoworkshop.org
FREE Small Worlds and the Artistic Process: Lori Nix and Charles Kanwischer
March 23: 7 p.m., Great Gallery
Amy Gilman, associate director of the Toledo Museum of Art and curator of Small Worlds, leads a conversation with artists Lori Nix of New York City and Charles Kanwischer of Waterville about the process they use to create their work. Kanwischer earned a BFA in printmaking from the University of Iowa and an MFA in painting and printmaking from Yale University School of Art, but his preferred medium is graphite pencil. He is an associate professor of drawing at Bowling Green State University. Nix is inspired by historical landscape painting and Romanticism and by recollections of natural disasters in her home state of Kansas. She constructs detailed dioramas that she then photographs. A graduate of Truman State University in Missouri, she studied photography on the master’s degree level at Ohio University.
Free Guest Artist Lecture/Demonstrations
Featured Local Glass Artist Demonstration: Riley Werkman
March 2: 7–10 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 3 and 4: 1–5 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Abstract glass artist Riley Werkman took his first glass class at the Toledo Museum of Art. After graduating from BGSU, he worked with leading glass sculptor Richard Jolley and has shown his work in numerous exhibitions around the country.
Visiting Glass Artist: Davide Salvadore
March 13, 14, 15 and 16: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Celebrated Murano artist Davide Salvadore returns to the Toledo Museum of Art to demonstrate how he works in glass and to make a 3D stereoscopic film of artists at work in the world-class Glass Pavilion®.
Drawing in the Galleries
March 9: 7–9 p.m., Museum Galleries
Drop in and draw with Toledo Museum of Art instructors in the galleries. No experience is necessary and materials are provided. Each instructor uses an element of art or a design principle to guide visitors as they draw. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Stop at the Information Desk for specific locations and instructional topics chosen by the instructors.
FREE Visiting Artist Presentation: Batya Gil Margalit
March 18: 4 p.m., GlasSalon
Batya Gil Margalit, a former metalsmith who now works with fused glass, will discuss her work. Recently she has experimented with different sands and minerals that she collects throughout Israel and combines with metal in the fused glass. The materials form her color palette for her large glass pieces, some abstract and some with figurative images. Born in Canada, Margalit is a graduate of Bezalel Art Academy where she studied jewelry design. A resident of Western Galilee, she has worked as a designer for the Cabrian jewelry factory in Kibbutz Cabri, was both a freelance artist and artistic coordinator for Andrias Meyer glass factory, and has taught at the Tel Hai Academy. Her work has been seen in many exhibitions, including a group show in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and in the past two glass biennials at the Israel Museum in Tel Aviv.
Artists in the Galleries
March 30: 7–9 p.m., Museum Galleries
Watch and interact with artists as they create works inspired by the Museum’s collection. Stop at the Information Desk for locations.
FREE Performances
Club Friday Music: Extra Stout
March 2: 6:30–9:30 p.m., Cloister
Enjoy the Irish sound of Extra Stout. Cash bar available.
Great Performances in the Great Gallery
March 4: 3 p.m., Sigma Alpha Iota International Fraternity for Women in Music
The Sigma Alpha Iota International Fraternity for Women in Music was founded in 1903 at the University of Michigan, and is forming its latest chapter at the University of Toledo. Their goal is to encourage and aim for the highest standards in music performance and education as well as promote American composers, especially women composers.
March 11: 3 p.m., Heroines in Opera
Explore the emotions of love, passion, intrigue and jealousy found in the TMA collection and in the operas of Tosca, Aida, Otello and others. Vocalist Margaret Barron is accompanied by George Shirley.
March 16: 7 p.m., Ardan Academy
The Irish dance tradition continues with jigs, reels, hornpipes and ceilis performed by students of the Ardan Academy.
March 16: 8 p.m., Toledo Ballet: If These Walls Could Dance
The Toledo Ballet will present selections from its spring production of “If These Walls Could Dance,” an original dance concert by Artistic Director Michael Lang inspired by the beloved Paul Geiger mural at the Valentine Theatre. The eclectic and elegant mix of ballet, modern dance and jazz celebrates legends from the early 20th century Valentine Theatre stage.
March 18: 3 p.m., Pianist Michael Boyd
Enjoy the sounds of the piano played by University of Toledo faculty member Michael Boyd.
March 23: 8 p.m., Compositions & Improvisations: The World in a Grain of Sound
Music by John Cage, including Suite for Toy Piano, will be presented by Bowling Green State University College of Musical Arts performers Jeff Manchur, toy piano; Liz Pearse, soprano, and Ioana Galu, violin.
Wine Tasting: Art of the Vine
Enjoy four wines and light snacks on select Friday evenings at the Toledo Museum of Art. Tickets ($15 for Museum members/$25for nonmembers, plus tax) are available at the Information Desks. Free Docent-led public tours on a theme related to the wines are offered at 7 and 8 p.m. on the same evenings.
Beware the Wines of March
March 9: 7–9:30 p.m., GlasSalon
Try four cutting-edge wines. The 30-minute tours at 7 and 8 p.m. focus on the Art of Betrayal (studio glass) in the Glass Pavilion®.
When Irish Wines are Smiling
March 16: 7–9:30 p.m., GlasSalon
Campiello del Remer#2 is the subject of 30-minute free tours at 7 and 8 p.m.
Free Glassblowing Demonstrations
March 1: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®®
March 2: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 6: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 7: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 8: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 9: 2, 7, 8 and 9 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 10: 1 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 11: 1 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 16: 2 p.m., guest artist demonstration by Davide Salavadore
March 16: 7, 8 and 9 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 17: 1, 2 and 3 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 18: 1, 2 and 3 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 20: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 21: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 22: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 23: 2, 7, 8 and 9 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 24: 1, 2 and 3 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 25: 1, 2 and 3 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 27: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 28: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 29: 2 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 30: 2, 7, 8 and 9 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 31: 1, 2 and 3 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Art Hours
Create your own glass objects during a one-hour session at the Glass Pavilion®. Buy tickets ($15 TMA members/$25 nonmembers; no refunds) in person or by phone during Museum hours starting the Tuesday before each session. Adults and children 14 and older accompanied by an adult are welcome. Call 419-254-5771 ext. 7448.
Create a Glass Flower
March 9: 6, 7 and 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Create a Glass Egg
March 17: 4 and 5 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 18: 4 and 5 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 23: 6, 7 and 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 24: 4 and 5 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 25: 4 and 5 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 30: 6, 7 and 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
March 31: 4 and 5 p.m., Glass Pavilion
FREE Public Tours
FREE Meet Me at TMA: Please be Seated
March 3: 1:30 p.m.
At this month’s tour for those with mild memory loss and their companions, see at how the design of chairs has changed through the ages. Reservations recommended but not required. Call the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter at 419-537-1999 or 1-800-272-3900.
Through a Woman’s Eyes
March 2: 7 and 8 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 3: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 4: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
Family Time Tours
March 4: 1 p.m., meet in Libbey Court or Family Center
March 11: 1 p.m., meet in Libbey Court or Family Center
March 18: 1 p.m., meet in Libbey Court or Family Center
March 25: 1 p.m., meet in Libbey Court or Family Center
The Art of Betrayal (Studio Glass)
March 9: 7 and 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Small Worlds Exhibition Tours
March 10: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 11: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 23: 7 and 8 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 24: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 25: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
Campiello del Remer #2
March 16: 7 and 8 p.m., Glass Pavilion®
Treasures from Yesterday’s Homes
March 17: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 18: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
Museum Masterpieces
March 30: 7 and 8 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
March 31: 2 p.m., meet in Libbey Court
FREE Family Center Activities
For children 10 years of age and younger accompanied by an adult, art activities in the Family Center are made possible in part with support from The Andersons.
Storytelling in Miniature
March 1: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 2: 3:30–8 p.m.
Catch the last days of the Storytelling in Miniature exhibition, then make your own mini print.
Small Scale Architecture
March 4: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
March 6: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 8: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 9: 3:30–8 p.m.
Using the small spaces found in Gregory Euclide’s installation piece for Small Worlds as inspiration, make a mini diorama world of your own.
Color Mixing
March 11: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
March 13: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 15: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 16: 3:30–8 p.m.
Explore color mixing using a wide variety of supplies.
Still Life with Spring Flowers
March 18: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
March 20: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 22: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 23: 3:30–8 p.m.
Search the galleries for signs of spring, then get those seedlings started in the Family Center.
Balancing Act
March 25: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
March 27: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 29: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
March 30: 3:30–8 p.m.
Explore the concept of balance and make a mobile using a variety of supplies.
FREE Hands On Activities
Inky Dinky Do
March 9: 7–9 p.m., Libbey Court
Even the tiniest mark can be turned into a work of art. Use your own fingerprints to create a mini-masterpiece.
Teeny Tiny Doorways
March 18: 2–4 p.m., Libbey Court
Make or decorate a miniature door that could be the entryway to your own magical small world.
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