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Kepler’s Klepper and The Underwater Pinhole Photography Project
October 27, 2016 – January 12, 2017
Main Gallery | Centre for the Arts | W600

Reception: October 27, 4 – 6 pm

Artist: Donald Lawrence
Curated by Josephine Mills

This exhibition will be the first solo exhibition that artist Donald Lawrence has had in several years. It will feature the low-tech photographic and “pre-photographic” devices he has built to record and observe the environment of the BC coast and during a residency in Tasmania, including a folding Klepper kayak modified to become a camera obscura, along with his drawings for the devices’ designs as well as the resulting prints and videos produced with them. Lawrence uses his extensive knowledge of the history of photography and image-making technology, combined with his wilderness experience and understanding of ecology, to provide insight into current discussions about the environment as well as the revival of interest in non-digital art making.

Trash Talk
October 21 – December 23, 2016
Helen Christou Gallery

Reception: October 27, 4 – 6 pm

Artists: Maria Madacky with M.E.D.I.U.M.
Curated by Josephine Mills

Local artist Maria Madacky, in connection with the University of Lethbridge’s Facilities, sketched at recycling sites on campus and discussed issues related to waste reduction and processing during the summer. The University of Lethbridge recently implemented composting and expanded recycling while Lethbridge’s city council recently voted to turn down curbside recycling and thus there has been active discussion amongst city residents and on campus about waste disposal and alternative options. Her goal is to engage users of the site in discussion about issues related to garbage disposal, recycling, and sustainability. The exhibition will include drawings, photographs, documentation, and small sculpture related to the process and results of her project. As well, she will produce an on campus engagement activity in relation to the newly instituted composting and recycling access on campus.