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| Therman Statom, Wall Piece 3644, 1997, The Nancy and David Wolf Collection |
Outside the Ordinary will be the first public exhibition of selections from the nationally recognized collection of Cincinnatians Nancy and David Wolf. International in scope, this exhibition includes over sixty-five pieces by the foremost artists working in contemporary craft today. See how these artists challenge the material expectations of glass, wood, and ceramics to create contemporary works of art, and discover insights into the collectors’ perspective and impetus for assembling this important collection.
Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection is generously supported by:
Associate Sponsors
Convergys
Duke Energy
Fund Evaluation Group, LLC
Contributing Sponsors
Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass
Messer Construction Co.
Fine Arts Fund Partners
Corporex Companies, LLC
P&G
Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection is accompanied by a fully illustrated catalogue co-published with Ohio University Press. The catalogue features an in-depth interview with collectors Nancy and David Wolf conducted by Amy Dehan, Associate Curator of Decorative Arts and Design, which explores their strategies for collecting, their related journeys and personal anecdotes and their impetus for starting this renowned collection. The catalogue also includes a scholarly essay by contemporary craft authority and critic, Matthew Kangas that explores the history, growth and future of the craft movement as illustrated by the artwork in the Wolf Collection. The catalogue is available for purchase in the Art Museum Shop for $30 (soft cover) and $50 (hardcover). For more information, please call the Art Museum Shop at (513) 639-2959.
Saturday, June 20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
FREE, No reservations required.
Celebrate the opening of Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection with activities designed for all ages. Enjoy demonstrations by glass artist Mary Karg, ceramists from FunkeFired Arts, wood turners from the Ohio Valley Woodturners Guild, interactive performances with glass by artist Michael Bashaw, art making activities, and more.
July 21–24, 1:30–3:30 p.m.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Cost per four class session: $100 general admission, $50 for Art Museum members.
Delve into art this summer at the Art Museum. Young artists ages 6 to 12 explore the intricacies of creating ceramic, wood, and glass objects by hand with inspired art-making activities and tours of the special exhibition Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection. On Friday, they will showcase their work in an art show for parents and relatives.
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July 28 – 30, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED $120 general admission; $60 for Art Museum members
Explore three-dimensional art in the special exhibitions Bessie Potter Vonnoh: Sculptor of Women and Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection, plus the Art Museum’s permanent collections, and learn how to incorporate it into your classroom. The three-day workshop features lectures, art making activities, docent-led tours, lesson plans and a field trip, plus breakfast and lunch daily. Participants also have the opportunity to earn one graduate-level credit hour through Ashland University.
Saturday August 8, 15, and 22, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
RESERVATIONS REQUESTED Cost for three-day series: $30 general admission; $15 for Art Museum members. Cost per session: $12 general admission; $6 for Art Museum members
Explore the influence of women artists on art history in a three-day class series.
August 8: Women Painters in the Cincinnati Art Museum with Emily Holtrop, Curator of Learning & Interpretation
View women artists featured in the Art Museum’s permanent collections.
August 15: Women Sculptors with Julie Aronson, Curator of American Painting & Sculpture
Go in-depth on the special exhibition Bessie Potter Vonnoh: Sculptor of Women.
August 22: Contemporary Craft and Women Artists with Amy Dehan, Associate Curator of Decorative Art & Design
Explore the work of contemporary women artists in Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection.
Saturday, August 8 and 29, 1 p.m.
FREE, Reservations requested
Join collectors Nancy and David Wolf as they discuss the highlights of their collection in a gallery tour of the exhibition Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection. Hear stories from their international travels searching for art and learn how they acquired some of their favorite pieces. Attend one gallery tour or both – the improvised presentation will surely reveal different adventures each time.
Friday, September 4, 1 p.m.
Enjoy a behind-the-scenes talk about the installation of the exhibition Outside the Ordinary: Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection with Chris Williams, Chief Preparator, and Megan Emery, Assistant Conservator of Objects.