Anna Mavromatis Artist Talk

Description

The University Libraries are bringing the artist Anna Mavromatis to campus who will discuss her work which incorporates several elements such as costumes and architecture, altered books, and her writing process into her art. She states that her works come to her from needs we all share: seeking to understand the whys and hows of one's existence. She states she is “trying to distinguish ages old lies from truths, while pursuing a path to know thyself. Concentrating in ways to correct past societal sins prohibiting beings in reaching their potential. Giving testimony to injustices inflicted through the age-old human need assessing others' worth based in gender, race, nationality.” Mavromatis’ work showcases a variety of printmaking techniques, historic and contemporary photographic processes and traditional surface decoration.