The Freedom of Art - A Discussion with Brian Duffy & Heidi Wastweet

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Date/Time:Wednesday, 10 Apr 2013 at 6:00 pm
Location:Great Hall, Memorial Union
Cost:Free
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Phone:515-294-9934
Channel:Lecture Series
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Two artists will discuss their experiences and challenges with the First Amendment within the art world. Participants include former Des Moines Register editorial cartoonist Brian Duffy and American medallist and sculptor Heidi Wastweet. 2013 First Amendment Day Celebration

Brian Duffy's editorial cartoons appeared on the front page of the Des Moines Register for twenty-five years. His animated editorial features can be seen on KCCI-TV and are nationally syndicated through King Features.

Heidi Wastweet is a commission-based medallic sculptor and a studio artist who specializes in bas-relief bronzes. She serves on the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee, which advises the treasury about the designs on all the coins that circulate in the United States.