Artside Chats: A Dialogue on A Little Grey for Color

October 24, 2024, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Listed In: Talks and Screenings

Join us on Thursday, October 24th, from 6 – 7 pm for our first Artside Chat with Dr. Danielle Gravon, Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions and Collections, and Dr. Kelvin Monroe, Exhibition Programming Manager, as they discuss A Little Grey for Color, one of the featured exhibitions at Plains Art Museum. In this cozy yet engaging dialogue, they explore the processes behind designing the exhibition, the conceptual framework of the show, and how exhibition design intersects with “interior architecture.” The discussion touches upon the significance of the Donald D. Powell Collection at the Museum and how these elements come together to create a cohesive experience for viewers. Free with registration.

Whether you’re interested in the creative decisions behind curating exhibitions, the process of selecting the art, or the intricacies of exhibition design, this conversation will offer deep insights into the artistry behind A Little Grey for Color.


Events Calendar

December 2016

Other Exhibitions

2025 Scholastic

February 15, 2025 - March 09, 2025
Art & Writing Awards Exhibition

This exhibition celebrates the vision, ingenuity, and talent of North Dakota teen artists. Since 2015, Plains Art Museum and the Red River Valley Writing Project have partnered to serve as the state affiliate for the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

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Jaque Fragua

April 05, 2025 - January 04, 2026
Ghost Writing

Ghost Writing is a compelling, mid-career retrospective showcasing work by Jaque Fragua, a contemporary artist from Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico. Fragua works in a diverse array of media, including digital painting, sculpture, installation, and public art. His distinct style is characterized by bold colors and mark-making as well as thoughtful approach to appropriation.

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Mickey Smith

January 18, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Morphologies

Over the past two decades, Smith has documented significant cultural shifts in academic and public libraries, primarily across the United States, Aotearoa/New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Her work highlights the library's role in knowledge stewardship, capturing the evolution from traditional card catalogs and stacks to digitization and artificial intelligence.

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