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Past Event October 17, 2009 / 11:00am – 5:00pm
Guest Lecture: Dan Cameron
A recording of this talk is available in our virtual Resource Room.
Guest Lecture: Dan Cameron
11:00 am
Dan Cameron is one of the art world’s most provocative and knowledgeable curators. This is a rare opportunity to hear him talk about the artists and exhibitions he is most excited about. In 2008, Cameron organized Prospect.1 New Orleans, the largest biennial of international art in the United States, and a heartfelt effort to bring attention to the uniqueness of NOLA. Many of Atlanta’s arts professionals and enthusiasts went to see this exhibition and we’re sure that he will appreciate hearing your thoughts.
Cameron is Director of Visual Arts at the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans. He has organized numerous large-scale and international exhibitions, including Dirty Yoga, the 2006 Taipei Biennial; and NY Interrupted at pkm Gallery, Beijing, 2006-07 among others. While Senior Curator at the New Museum (1995-2006), he organized retrospective exhibitions on the works of Eugenio Dittborn, Paul McCarthy, Cildo Meireles, Faith Ringgold, Carolee Schneemann, David Wojnarowicz, Martin Wong, and others.
Westside Arts District 3rd Saturday Art Walk
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
After Dan Cameron’s lecture, you can take a walk on the Westside, where several of the city’s most dynamic galleries are exhibiting a wide range of contemporary art. Make time to explore the shops and restaurants in our fun and exciting neighborhood. There’s plenty of free parking too, in case you’re driving instead of walking.
Upcoming Events
April 27 / 2:00pm
Special Event
MuSEA Slow Reads
Folks get to activate MuSEA’s mobile library by relaxing at the Atlanta Contemporary and reading selected texts out loud to each other.
April 28 / 12:00pm
Contemporary Kids
Contemporary Kids
A free and interactive family-friendly program, Contemporary Kids introduces children to contemporary art and artists through approachable media and hands-on activities.
May 2 / 6:30pm
Activity
Figures in Motion
Sit amongst the art and follow the flow and movement of the choreographers as you hone your drawing skills.