Thursday, 02 Feb 2017
Reception and talk: "Earth as Art"
A fusion of art and science, the exhibition features stunningly beautiful images of the planet that also provide a platform to teach about satellite imagery and geography. Exhibit curator Brent Yantis will host a gallery talk at 6:30 p.m. The exhibition runs Feb. 2-26 at the Design on Main Gallery.
Woodshop Orientation Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment while creating a tool carrier. Leave class with knowledge of proper machinery usage, and, most importantly, woodshop safety.
Crafty Cocktail Night: All-Natural Body Scrubs
Visit the Gardens after hours for Crafty Cocktails, and create a different recycled or repurposed craft to celebrate environmental stewardship, while you sip on adult beverages in a beautiful setting.
Lecture: Artist-in-Residence Jonathan Castro
"Branding Your Creativity: The Business of Art, Networking, Social Media and Development." Ceramics designer and ISU alumnus Jonathan Castro will visit Iowa State Jan. 30 -Â Feb. 4 as an artist-in-residence for the College of Design and Memorial Union. In this lecture, he will share his journey from student to full-time professional artist and the lessons he's learned on the way.