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May 2011
Art in Bloom The NCMA is the place to be this season for artful activities and the finest springtime entertainment. Stop by and soak up the sunshine in the Museum Park, build your own art collection by bidding at our inaugural auction, or take in three remarkable contemporary exhibitions. Art of the Auction The Museum’s inaugural fund-raising auction is almost here! Join us for the series of exciting programs leading up to the main event on May 21. Art of the Auction Saturday, May 21 | 7 pm The Museum's thrilling silent and live auction features more than 140 works by art by local and national artists, exclusive NCMA experiences, and artful travel adventures. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an afterparty complete this unforgettable evening. All proceeds benefit Museum exhibitions and programs. Buy your tickets before prices increase on May 10! Auction Preview Friday, May 6 | 5:30 pm | Free This is your chance to preview all of the outstanding works of art to be auctioned and mingle with many of the artists. Enjoy live music by jazz quintet Peter Lamb and the Wolves. Beer, wine, and small plates will be available for purchase. One Collector’s Story: Lawrence J. Wheeler Tuesday, May 10 | 6 pm Ever wonder what hangs on Museum Director Larry Wheeler's walls? Find out when he discusses his personal collection and art-buying perspective and offers tips on how to start your own collection. Purchase tickets at (919) 715-5923 or online. The Art of Collecting: Panel Discussion from the Collector’s Viewpoint Sunday, May 15 | 2 pm Allen Thomas Jr., Rhonda Wilkerson, and other art collectors from across North Carolina share advice on acquiring art and reflect on their own collections. Purchase tickets at (919) 715-5923 or online. Special Exhibitions Mirror Image: Women Portraying Women Through November 27 | Free Featuring 27 contemporary works of art by many of North Carolina's best female artists, Mirror Image is an intimate reflection of feminine experience, played out in painting, photography, and sculpture. Alter Ego: A Decade of Work by Anthony Goicolea Through July 24 | Free Get lost in the fantasy world of Anthony Goicolea’s multimedia works. His digitally manipulated images and videos explore the issues of environmental destruction and globalization, displacement, dislocation, and identity. Alter Ego is the artist’s first major solo exhibition. 30 Americans Through September 4 Meymandi Exhibition Gallery | Ticketed If you haven’t experienced 30 Americans yet, come see what the buzz is all about! The show brings together 75 diverse works of art by some of the best contemporary artists whose work explores race, identity, history, and popular culture. Friday Nights End the week with a relaxing evening at the Museum. The galleries are open until 9 pm every Friday. West Building | Art in the Evening Fridays | 5:30–8 pm Enjoy a glass of wine, small plates, and live music with your friends in the lobby-turned-lounge of West Building. Complete your evening with a gallery stroll or dinner at Iris, the Museum Restaurant. Spring Film Series Fridays | 8 pm Don’t miss the final two movies in our Spring Film Series: Summer Hours and Funny Face. Beginning in June, join us outdoors for summer films on the big screen in the amphitheater! More Things to Do 30 Americans Three Ways: The Second 10 Wednesday, May 11 | 6:30 pm Get to know the artists in 30 Americans. Join Linda Dougherty, chief curator and curator of contemporary art, and Jennifer Dasal, curatorial assistant, as they introduce work by Glenn Ligon, Kehinde Wiley, Wangechi Mutu, and others. Register online or call (919) 664-6754. Exhibition Gallery Talks: Mirror Image and Alter Ego East Building | Free Join a docent for a free guided tour through one of our contemporary exhibitions. See the gallery talk schedule online. Atlantean Trio: Sides of Being Jewish Sunday, May 22 | 3 pm The Wilmington-based ensemble performs music in celebration of the Judaic art collection. Join us for a docent-led tour of the Judaic Art Gallery before the concert. Buy tickets online or call (919) 715-5923. Arts in the Museum Park The Museum’s highly anticipated summer series kicks off June 4 with the original lineup of Béla Fleck and the Flecktones. The complete schedule of outdoor concerts and movies is available online, and tickets are on sale now! For Families Family Fun Saturdays Select Saturdays | 10 am and 1 pm | Free Bring the whole family to the Museum for our artful workshops. Themes in May include Right on Target, Lost and Found, and People Portraits. To register call (919) 664-6785. What’s in the Box? Thursdays, May 12, May 26 | 10, 10:30, and 11 am Ages 2–5 | Free Our preschool workshops are designed to introduce children to the Museum in playful ways. Themes this month are Places of the World and Creative Movement. First come, first served; sign up that day. In the Galleries Inspired by the serenity and splendor of a summer afternoon, American artist Frederick Carl Frieseke’s The Garden Parasol features the artist’s wife seated in her Giverny garden beneath a colorful parasol. Frieseke’s emphasis on light marks him as a disciple of the impressionists, but unlike his European counterparts, he focused his attention on the female figure. His women were sensual and ornamental and engaged in polite, domestic pursuits.	International Museum Day On Wednesday, May 18, the NCMA is participating in the worldwide museum celebration by offering free admission to 30 Americans with extended hours until 8 pm! We'll also host a free screening of Purvis of Overtown, a documentary about Purvis Young, a self-taught artist featured in 30 Americans. It charts the revolutionary makeover of his Miami neighborhood into an outdoor gallery for his energetic works. Museum Tours Whether you are interested in the permanent collection, special exhibitions, or the Museum Park, the NCMA offers numerous tours designed for families, adults, and students. Learn about our many different tours online. Join the NCMA Family Enjoy exclusive member-only benefits, including free admission to the ticketed exhibitions 30 Americans and Rembrandt in America (opening this fall), as well as discounts on Museum shopping and dining. Membership is a great way to enjoy everything the NCMA has to offer while providing essential financial support for the Museum’s programming. New Art in the Park After you visit the Anthony Goicolea exhibition in East Building, venture outside and see Goicolea’s art featured in Park Pictures, a series of large-scale works in three locations along the Greenway Trail in the Museum Park. Iris, the Museum Restaurant The flavors of spring have taken over the menu at Iris. Make plans to try our new offerings at lunch, brunch, or Friday dinner. Reservations are recommended; call (919) 664-6838. The Museum Store Honor moms, dads, and grads with an artful gift from the Museum Store. With a carefully curated selection of books, crafts, clothing, and jewelry, this is a great place to purchase your next gift. Jazz on the City Block Jazz on the City Block Saturday, May 7 | Noon | Free Stop by the City Block in East Building this weekend and enjoy performances by jazz vocalists and musicians before visiting 30 Americans.  Speak Up! It’s your turn to be a critic during the 30 Americans exhibition. What would you ask the artist? What does this work make you wonder? Respond to questions like these posted near selected works of art, and text your responses—or post online. Connect with Us Won't you be our friend? Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for ticket contests, fast facts, and to tell us what you think about our exhibitions.  You can also share your NCMA photos on Flickr and take a peek behind the scenes on Untitled, the NCMA blog. Quick Links Calendar of Events Museum Box Office Museum Store Museum Park Museum Restaurant Images NCMA Art of the Auction Marla Laubisch, Landing, 2010, oil on board, 9 3/8 x 9 3/8 x 7/8 in. Rebecca Fagg, Lila, 2007, oil on canvas on Masonite, 19 1/4 x 19 1/4 in., Collection of Kate and Lee Cummings, © 2011 Rebecca Fagg Hank Willis Thomas, Branded Head, 2003, digital chromogenic print, Ed. AP, 99 x 52 in., Rubell Family Collection, Miami, © 2010 Hank Willis Thomas Funny Face Anthony Goicolea, Siamese Twins, 2010, digital chromogenic print, 40 x 40 in., Courtesy of the artist, © 2010 Anthony Goicolea Béla Fleck and the Flecktones Frederick Carl Frieseke, The Garden Parasol, circa 1910, oil on canvas, 57 1/8 x 77 in., Purchased with funds from the state of North Carolina, 1973 Sidebar Anthony Goicolea, Ocean, 2010, digital print on vinyl, made possible by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, as part of an ongoing series of outdoor art projects, Art Has No Boundaries, commissioned by the NCMA to encourage visitors to actively explore the Museum Park. Carved Bangle Bracelets from the Museum Store Mickalene Thomas, Baby I Am Ready Now, 2007, acrylic, rhinestone, and enamel on wooden panel, diptych, 72 x 132 in. overall, 72 x 60 in. left panel and 72 x 72 in. right panel, Rubell Family Collection, Miami, © 2010 Mickalene Thomas
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