SeptemberFriday, September 10, 8:30 am-4 pm
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Tuesday, September 14, 12:15 pmThe Art Around Us: Campus Art Walks
Enjoy a 45-minute walk and docent-led talk about works of art on the Storrs campus. Learn how to look at sculpture. Why is it placed where it is? Who made it? What is the intent? The walks will focus on different areas of campus. If the weather is questionable, please call 860.486.4520 after 11:30 a.m. to learn whether the walk will be conducted or not.
Friday, September 17, 12:15 pmEnjoy a 45-minute walk and docent-led talk about works of art on the Storrs campus. Learn how to look at sculpture. Why is it placed where it is? Who made it? What is the intent? The walks will focus on different areas of campus. If the weather is questionable, please call 860.486.4520 after 11:30 a.m. to learn whether the walk will be conducted or not.
Friday Films
Ansel Adams: A Documentary Film (100 mins.)
Bring your lunch to the Benton Atrium and enjoy a series of films on acclaimed photographers.
Wednesday, September 22, 12:15 pmAnsel Adams: A Documentary Film (100 mins.)
Bring your lunch to the Benton Atrium and enjoy a series of films on acclaimed photographers.
A unique work of art from the Benton's "vault" will be the subject of a 45-minute theme talk by a member of the museum's Docent Program. A time for discussion will follow. Details will be available at www.thebenton.org.
Friday, September 24, 8:30 am-4 pmThe Store's Pay Day Sales are legendary for their one-day deep discounts on great items. This fall the tradition continues!
Tuesday, September 28, 12:15 pmThe Art Around Us: Campus Art Walks
Enjoy a 45-minute walk and docent-led talk about works of art on the Storrs campus. Learn how to look at sculpture. Why is it placed where it is? Who made it? What is the intent? The walks will focus on different areas of campus. If the weather is questionable, please call 860.486.4520 after 11:30 a.m. to learn whether the walk will be conducted or not.
Thursday, September 30, 12-1 pmEnjoy a 45-minute walk and docent-led talk about works of art on the Storrs campus. Learn how to look at sculpture. Why is it placed where it is? Who made it? What is the intent? The walks will focus on different areas of campus. If the weather is questionable, please call 860.486.4520 after 11:30 a.m. to learn whether the walk will be conducted or not.
Live at The Beanery!
Bring your lunch and your friends. Purchase a beverage in The Beanery and enjoy performances by student musicians. The performers will be announced online in late September.
Hosted by the Student Advisory Board
OctoberFriday, October 1, 12:15 pmBring your lunch and your friends. Purchase a beverage in The Beanery and enjoy performances by student musicians. The performers will be announced online in late September.
Hosted by the Student Advisory Board
Friday Films
Annie Leibovitz: Life Through A Lens (83 mins.)
Bring your lunch to the Benton Atrium and enjoy a series of films on acclaimed photographers.
Friday, October 1, 2-4 pmAnnie Leibovitz: Life Through A Lens (83 mins.)
Bring your lunch to the Benton Atrium and enjoy a series of films on acclaimed photographers.
Drawing Workshops: October Series
Theme: "Inspired by Nature" Drawing will take place at one of the many inspiring sites on campus. Subjects will include interesting trees, farm animals, gardens and more.
These workshops are for anyone who wants to draw regardless of skill level. The format is informal, though assistance is available for anyone who wants it. Bring drawing supplies i.e., large sketchpad, charcoal, graphite, colored pencils or any dry materials. There is a $10 suggested donation for the Museum Education Department. Members and students are free. For more information, contact Tracy Lawlor, 860.486.1711 or Tracy.Lawlor@UConn.edu.
Saturdays, October 2, 1:30-3:30 pmTheme: "Inspired by Nature" Drawing will take place at one of the many inspiring sites on campus. Subjects will include interesting trees, farm animals, gardens and more.
These workshops are for anyone who wants to draw regardless of skill level. The format is informal, though assistance is available for anyone who wants it. Bring drawing supplies i.e., large sketchpad, charcoal, graphite, colored pencils or any dry materials. There is a $10 suggested donation for the Museum Education Department. Members and students are free. For more information, contact Tracy Lawlor, 860.486.1711 or Tracy.Lawlor@UConn.edu.
Photography Field Trips
Bring your camera for a real hands-on class. The group will visit visually rich settings with Craig Norton to gain practical experience and learn new ways of seeing and composing with your camera.
Saturday, October 2, 10 am–12 noonBring your camera for a real hands-on class. The group will visit visually rich settings with Craig Norton to gain practical experience and learn new ways of seeing and composing with your camera.
Digital Camera Basics
Move beyond "Auto."Craig Norton will demystify the baffling settings on your digital camera and show you how to create better pictures and interesting effects.
Wednesday, October 6, 12:15 pmMove beyond "Auto."Craig Norton will demystify the baffling settings on your digital camera and show you how to create better pictures and interesting effects.
A unique work of art from the Benton's "vault" will be the subject of a 45-minute theme talk by a member of the museum's Docent Program. A time for discussion will follow. Details will be available at www.thebenton.org.
Thursday, October 7, 5:30–7:30 pmSpecial Invitation To Benton Members
Members Only Exhibition Reception
Just because our galleries are closed doesnt mean there won't be a members' reception this fall. The New Britain Museum of American Art has kindly agreed to host a private reception for Benton Museum members to see M.C. Escher: Impossible Reality. A flyer with information about the reception and free bus transportation will be mailed to members with their fall copy of Looking Around. For more information about membership and benefits, please contact Lynn Eriksson at Lynn.Eriksson@UConn.edu or 860.486.1709.
Friday, October 8, 2-4 pmMembers Only Exhibition Reception
Just because our galleries are closed doesnt mean there won't be a members' reception this fall. The New Britain Museum of American Art has kindly agreed to host a private reception for Benton Museum members to see M.C. Escher: Impossible Reality. A flyer with information about the reception and free bus transportation will be mailed to members with their fall copy of Looking Around. For more information about membership and benefits, please contact Lynn Eriksson at Lynn.Eriksson@UConn.edu or 860.486.1709.
Drawing Workshops: October Series
Theme: "Inspired by Nature" Drawing will take place at one of the many inspiring sites on campus. Subjects will include interesting trees, farm animals, gardens and more.
These workshops are for anyone who wants to draw regardless of skill level. The format is informal, though assistance is available for anyone who wants it. Bring drawing supplies i.e., large sketchpad, charcoal, graphite, colored pencils or any dry materials. There is a $10 suggested donation for the Museum Education Department. Members and students are free. For more information, contact Tracy Lawlor, 860.486.1711 or Tracy.Lawlor@UConn.edu.
Friday, October 8, 8:30 am-4 pmTheme: "Inspired by Nature" Drawing will take place at one of the many inspiring sites on campus. Subjects will include interesting trees, farm animals, gardens and more.
These workshops are for anyone who wants to draw regardless of skill level. The format is informal, though assistance is available for anyone who wants it. Bring drawing supplies i.e., large sketchpad, charcoal, graphite, colored pencils or any dry materials. There is a $10 suggested donation for the Museum Education Department. Members and students are free. For more information, contact Tracy Lawlor, 860.486.1711 or Tracy.Lawlor@UConn.edu.
The Store's Pay Day Sales are legendary for their one-day deep discounts on great items. This fall the tradition continues!
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