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Paths to the Press: Printmaking Coming September 2006, the LSU Frances Huber, registrar and and American Women Artists, MOA will present Whispers from senior member of the museum 1910-1960, the first major the Stone: The James R. and Ann staff, is named Assistant showing of early 20th-century A. Peltier Collection of Chinese Director for Collections American printmaking by women Jade, an exhibition to showcase Management. artists, opens to the public the Peltier’s collection of jade Saturday, July 29, with a members’ artworks from the view of a reception Friday, July 28. Western Chinese connoisseur. 2 LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS 3

can purchase a ticket for a walking tour of five downtown museums: LSU MOA, LASM, the Old State Capital, the USS Kidd, and the Old Governors Mansion. Visitors also can travel to four museums by car: the LSU Rural Life Museum, Nottoway Plantation, the , and Magnolia Mound Plantation. Tickets and memberships are available at the LSU MOA 1. 2. 3. Museum Store, by calling 225.389.7210 or by e-mailing [email protected]. I want to close by thanking you for sup- porting LSU MOA. The last few years have Director’s AFTER SERVING AS INTERIM EXECUTIVE work to the attention of former director been a tremendous undertaking that has director for over three years, I must say this has been quite Steven Rosen, the Louisiana Department of required the efforts of many committed and Message a roller coaster ride — each dip and curve has brought with Health and Hospitals, The Highlands Bank, talented individuals. For me it has been a it new hurdles, breathtaking challenges, and surprising Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana, Our wonderful ride, full of amazing twists and turns. In each issue of ArtTalk I try to capture the essence Lady of the Lake, and Leroy Harvey provid- turns. The opportunity to experience the of our progress in the development of the museum and its ed the contacts and support to ensure the performing and visual arts that the museum programs. The tone of this issue, however, is much more exhibition would be shared with the public. and its Shaw Center partners bring to the somber. Mark your calendar for July 4, when the community makes Baton Rouge a better city It is with great sadness that we learned of Paula Garvey museum hosts its second annual celebration to live in, stay in, and visit. You can help Manship’s death on March 31. “Aunt Paula” embraced the and fundraiser, organized by Chairwoman strengthen and expand these efforts by vol- vision of a new museum and quietly provided the inspiration Nancy Robichaux. If you attended last unteering, bringing friends, participating in for others to join in our quest through her generous match- year’s celebration, you know the museum programs and fundraisers, and taking advan- ing of funds. Even more importantly, her presence, her spaces are perfect for viewing fireworks on tage of the unique gift opportunity that a wonderful wit, and her steadfast support will be greatly the river, and if you attended Nancy’s membership offers. missed by all of us. It was her dream to have a new LSU Endowment Society Party in 2004, you Thank you again for the wonderful Museum of Art downtown. She strongly believed in the know this will be a fantastic evening with memories and your continuing support of LSU MOA and its mission, and she would be proud to see extraordinary company. the arts. I look forward to seeing each of what’s to come. We have several new opportunities for you at the museum. As we move farther into our second year, the opportuni- potential members and visitors. The LSU ties that continue to present themselves are endless. The Museum of Art and the LSU Rural Life Laura F. Lindsay

FRONT COVER: William Beecher exhibition represents a truly amazing part- Museum have created a joint student mem- Interim Executive Director Eliza Draper Gardiner nership. Not only was the museum able to help document bership through the LSU registration sys- (American, 1871-1955), In the Garden (Among the these fascinating and educational artworks owned entirely by tem. If they join at the beginning of the 1. Paula Garvey Manship at the ground breaking Poppies), ca. 1916, color the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, we also semester, students can be a member of both woodcut on cream Japan ceremony for the Shaw Center for the Arts. paper. From the collection were able to present a relatively unknown but incredibly tal- museums for only $15. Also, the 2. Paula Garvey Manship and LSU Chancellor of Belverd and Marian Mark Emmert Needles. Photography: ented Outsider artist to the community. Our partners in Convention and Visitors Bureau has Jim Prinz. these efforts, David Norwood, who first brought Beecher’s launched two new packages. For $25 you 3. Paula Garvey Manship and Nadine Carter Russell LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS 5 WITH SUPPORT FROM

communications director for the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals. “Having such a large involvement in the Felicianas, I am especially proud of the works contained within the William Beecher exhibit. While Mr. Beecher was not originally from the Felicianas, he produced all of his works while at Villa Feliciana, and we can only assume it is from here that he drew his inspiration for the collection. We, at The Highlands Bank, take 1. great pride in the promotion of cultural pro- grams and especially the arts within in our com- munity, and are proud that we are able to pro- vide funding for the preservation and exhibition of William Beecher: A Fantastic Vision” stated Michael L. Creed, president and CEO of The Highlands Bank. “From a health-related standpoint, we recognize the positive affects the arts can have

on the mental well-being of our community. 2. It is our pleasure to be a part of this exhibi- tion,” said Regmon Chaney, community rela- William Beecher: A Fantastic Vision tions and diversity manager for Blue Cross exhibition opening a success! Blue Shield. Beecher’s artwork is owned by the Louisiana Department of Health and On Saturday, March 11 the museum opened that [Beecher’s] paintings were special.” Hospitals. the much-anticipated exhibition, William Interim Executive Director Laura “We are especially thankful to the depart- Beecher: A Fantastic Vision. More than 150 Lindsay thanked The Highlands Bank of ment for allowing us to showcase these works guests enjoyed the works of Louisiana Jackson and Blue Cross Blue Shield of and for having the foresight to keep and preserve Outsider artist William Beecher and shared Louisiana for their support and commitment these wonderful paintings,” commented Lindsay. 3. good food, wine, and beverages catered by to the exhibition. She also recognized Leroy Mansurs on the Boulevard. Harvey, David Norwood, and Marilyn Goff, Members were treated to a preview of the who helped make the exhibition a tremen- 1. Chaney Joseph and Michael Crespo. exhibition and a chance to meet Ellen dous success. 2. Fred Cerise and Bob Johannessen from the LA Department of Health and Hospitals with Ellen Fudge, David Norwood, Fudge, the volunteer at Villa Feliciana who “The Department of Health and and Marilyn Goff. worked with Beecher and first noticed his Hospitals is pleased to help bring the work 3. Mary Joseph, Chuck Schwing, Natalie Fielding, and Jerry talents. Fudge recalled, “We always knew of William Beecher to the forefront. The Schwing enjoying the colorful paintings of William Beecher. 4. (Left to right) David Norwood, Mike Creed (The Highlands collaboration between LSU MOA and Bank president), Regmon Chaney (Blue Cross Blue Shield of William Beecher (American, 1902-1977), DHH ensures that this collection will Louisiana's manager of community relations and diversity), Untitled, detail, c. 1972-1977, mixed media on paper. Leory Harvey (The Highland’s Bank board chair), Fred Cerise Collection of the Department of Health and Hospitals, finally be viewed by the community-at- (LA Department of Health and Hospitals director), and Laura 4. State of Louisiana. Photography: Jim Zietz large,” commented Robert Johannessen, Lindsay (LSU MOA interim executive director). Exhibitions PATHS PRINTMAKING AND AMERICAN WOMEN ARTISTS, 1910-1960 TO THE PRESS

Paths to the Press: Printmaking and plate onto a surface. Prior to the invention of Caroline Wogan Durieux. A nationally American Women Artists, 1910-1960 the printing press in the 18th century, print- renowned printmaker and painter of social Organized by the Marianna Kistler Beach making was regarded only as a medium of satire, Durieux grew up in New Orleans’ Museum of Art, Kansas State University communication. It was not until the 19th lower French Quarter. She studied art at Open July 29, 2006 through January 7, 2007 century that artists began to produce limited- Newcomb College and earned a bachelor of Members’ reception: Friday, July 28, 6:30 pm edition prints. Recent historical surveys have design degree in 1916, as well as a bachelor’s substantially underrepresented female print- degree in art education the following year. Though American women printmakers have makers, including Richard Field’s ground- LSU hired her in 1943 as a painting and always worked both independently and in breaking exhibition and catalog, American drawing instructor. She earned an MFA from tandem with their male counterparts in creat- Prints, 1900-1950 (Yale University Art LSU in 1949 and was an LSU professor until ing innovative and arresting works, surveys of Gallery, 1983), which included only eight 1963. Her research at LSU led to a new the history of printmaking tend to ignore their female artists among the 74 it presented as the women’s involvement in post-World War II printmaking process she named electron contributions. Paths to the Press: Printmaking period’s major contributors. Paths to the Press university printmaking programs and inde- printing, which involved radioactive ink. and American Women Artists, 1910-1960 is a provides the only broad survey of women’s pendent presses, the latter of which By revealing and analyzing these female landmark exhibition that addresses this omis- contributions to American printmaking included Margaret Lowengrund and the artists’ relationships and achievements, sion by presenting the first major showing of during the first half of the 20th century. Contemporaries Graphic Art Centre (later Paths to the Press reframes American print- early 20th-century American printmaking by This exhibition examines its subject known as the Pratt Graphics Center) in New making history. women artists. Paths to the Press features 100 chronologically, beginning with Bertha York, Ellen Lanyon and the Graphic Arts Paths to the Press: Printmaking and prints by more than 80 nationally and interna- Jaques’ founding of the Chicago Society of Workshop in Chicago, and June Wayne and American Women Artists, 1910-1960 was tionally recognized artists, well-known Etchers in 1910. It explores women who the Tamarind Lithography Workshop in Los organized by the Marianna Kistler Beach regional artists, and underappreciated and rel- made major contributions to color print- Angeles. The exhibition ends its survey in Museum of Art, Kansas State University, with atively unknown printmakers. The exhibition making during the first decades of the cen- the 1960s, when the proliferation of print support from Belverd and Marian Needles. tury, including Blanche Lazzell, Helen publishers offered new production and mar- includes American master printmakers who CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: were active in the medium during the first half Hyde, and Bertha Lum. It looks at how, keting opportunities for artists of both sexes. Riva Helfond (American, 1910-2002), Warming Up, 1943, of the 20th century, including Mary Cassatt, during the 1920s and 1930s, print societies, Paths to the Press also addresses how insti- screenprint on ivory wove paper. From the collection of Belverd and Marian Needles. Photography: Jim Prinz. Elizabeth Catlett, and Louise Nevelson, as the WPA and printmaking programs in tutions and organizations made a place for Mary Cassatt (American, 1844-1926), Repose, 1890, dry- well as Louisiana natives Caroline Durieux, teaching institutions helped artists like and were, in turn, influenced by female print- point on ivory laid paper. From the collection of Belverd and Margaret Burroughs, and Mary Anita Bonner. Peggy Bacon, Norma Bassett Hall, and makers. LSU has a particularly strong rela- Marian Needles. Photography: Jim Prinz. In general terms printmaking is the Elizabeth Olds flourish as printmakers in tionship with female printmakers, thanks to Caroline Durieux holding one of her color cliché verre designs, Louisiana State University, 1960. The Times-Picayne, process of transferring an image from a tem- various techniques. It also examines its affiliation with former LSU Professor September 25, 1960. Photograph courtesy of Earl Retif. 8 LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS 9

LSU MOA Excursion Traveling Exhibition Inspired by the upcoming exhibi- Vanishing Wetlands: Artists tion Whispers from the Stone: Two Views, C.C. Lockwood Up-Close The James R. and Ann A. Peltier and Rhea Gary Collection of Chinese Jade, LSU Organized and circulated Thursday, Aug. 17, 6:30 pm MOA is planning an excursion to by the LSU MOA Location: LSU MOA, Paula China in November 2006. If you Garvey Manship Floor (fifth), would like to receive updates as Vanishing Wetlands: Two Views Shaw Center for the Arts they become available, please illustrates the passion two Baton Fee: Free for LSU MOA contact LSU MOA Education Rouge artists share for the Members; All others pay Curator Lara Gautreau at restoration of Louisiana’s eroding regular museum admission. 225.389.7207 or [email protected]. coast and their desire to heighten public awareness. The exhibition presents the wildlife and wetlands In August LSU MOA will Current Exhibitions documentary photography of launch “Artists Up-Close,” an LSU MOA Presents C.C. Lockwood and paintings of exciting new program on the William Beecher: Rhea Gary. The exhibition will third Thursday of each month. Peltier Jade Collection A Fantastic Vision travel to the following venues: “Artists Up-Close” gives Organized by the LSU Museum museum visitors the unique in September of Art in collaboration with the Louisiana State Museum, opportunity to meet and speak Department of Health and Patterson, La., May 6 through directly with practicing artists Hospitals, State of Louisiana July 31, 2006. about their work, including The LSU Museum of Art, through the cura- project manager or curator for 40 exhibitions, Open through July 5, 2006 influences, processes and Imperial Calcasieu Museum, torship of Helen Delacretaz and the scholar- including Jade: the Ultimate Treasure of challenges. William Beecher: A Fantastic Vision Lake Charles, La., Sept. 9 Our first is New Orleans ship of Barry Till, presents Whispers from the Ancient China. is the largest showing of works by through Nov. 6, 2006. artist Teresa Cole, an Associate the Outsider artist William Beecher. Professor at . Stone: The James R. and Ann A. Peltier Till, an expert on Chinese art and curator U.S. Botanic Garden, The exhibition features 173 She is known for her large Collection of Chinese Jade. The museum will of Asian art at the Art Gallery of Greater Washington, D.C., Jan. 20 intricately and colorfully rendered installations with relief and through May 31, 2007. showcase the Peltier collection of impressive Victoria, writes specifically on the Qing paintings – a fraction of the nearly intaglio prints, fabric and other 700 works Beecher completed by The National Museum of materials. Ms. Cole uses pat- jade artworks from the Qing Dynasty through Dynasty and its production of jade carving him. Relatively unknown yet highly Wildlife Art, Jackson Hole, Wyo., tern and trompe l’oeil effects accomplished, Beecher spent the the eyes of a Western connoisseur of Chinese with particular reference to Emperor Sept. 29, 2007 through to manipulate gallery space last years of his life at the Villa culture. The exhibition includes many jades Qianlong. The Peltier collection dates largely Jan. 27, 2008. and collide opposites: inside Feliciana Medical Hospital in and outside; natural phenome- not previously shown at LSU MOA. from this dynasty. The author of more than 60 Jackson, La., where he began The Houston Museum of na and refined domestic A maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Peltier was exhibition publications, books or book chap- painting. His substantial art mak- Natural Science, Spring 2008. ornament; topographical ing during this period is explored maps and clothing patterns. fascinated by the patience and artistry required ters, as well as 52 published articles, Till’s for the first time in this exhibition. to create beautiful forms from one of the hard- expertise in this area is extensive. He holds a est stones. The exhibition focuses on how the master of arts in Far Eastern studies at the master carver unlocks the form within the raw University of Saskatchewan. He also has con- stone, providing insight to Chinese culture ducted research in Chinese Art and Goin’ to Jackson and the art of jade carving. The Peltier jade Archaeology at the University of Nanking and In June Baton Rouge native Jamie Wax brings his collection includes numerous pieces that illus- attended the Peking Language Institute. hilarious one-man comedy to the Manship Theatre. Wax switches from one memorable character to another, trate this vital link between stone and subject. Watch for more information about all patients at East Louisiana State Mental Hospital in Jackson, as they vie for the title of “Louisiana Mental Delacretaz is currently curator of decora- Whispers from the Stone: The James R. and Hospital Spokesperson.” (Adult Language, PG-13) tive and fine art at the Winnipeg Art Gallery in Ann A. Peltier Collection of Chinese Jade in LSU MOA and Manship Theatre members can take Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She holds two upcoming newsletters. advantage of a special members’ night on June 16. This event includes a reception in the museum starting at master’s degrees, one in fine and decorative 6:30 pm with a chance to meet Wax between 6:45 and 7:15 pm. Curtain call will be at 8:00 pm. Additional arts from Sotheby’s Institute at the University LEFT: Group of two birds, Qing dynasty, 18th century, nephrite, 3 1/4 x 6 3/8 x 2 1/8 in., gift of Dr. James R. and Performance Dates: June 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, & 25. of Manchester in London and another in art Ann A. Peltier. Photography: David Humphreys. Tickets: $20-35; Bring your ticket to LSU MOA from any show night and admission is $5. For tickets and times history from the University of Victoria in Cabbage (baicai) with grasshopper, Late Qing dynasty, mid- call the Manship Theatre Box Office at 225.344.0334 or Victoria, British Columbia. She has been 19th century, nephrite, 6 3/8 x 3 1/2 x 1 7/16 in., gift of Dr. visit its Web site, www.manshiptheatre.org. James R. and Ann A. Peltier. Photography: David Humphreys. Development News 4th of July Fundraiser

have a jewel in Baton Rouge, and over 150 museums, gardens, and Shining Suns we want to share our treasures historical sites throughout North Saturday, June 10, with everyone,” stated Lipsey. America. You can refer to our 10:00 am – 2:00 pm website, www.lsu.edu/lsumoa Location: Charles Phelps Bowsher, along with her hus- for a complete list of partici- Manship 3rd. Floor, band, Bob, has been a dedicated pating sites. Shaw Center for the Arts supporter of the museum for Susan Lipsey Linda Bowsher many years. The Bowshers recent- Membership privileges include: Make a sun inspired by William ly served as LSU MOA member- Beecher’s distinctively decorated LSU MOA Elects ship chairs, leading the member- • free admission during suns in his fantastic paintings. public hours Join Us for Food, Fun New Board Officers ship drive our opening year. Linda After viewing and discussing and Fireworks with Friends! has been active in the Junior works in the Beecher exhibit, • the same discount on gift store New board officers were elected League of Baton Rouge, WRKF- families will be invited to create purchases as offered to affiliate Irene W. Pennington Rooftop Terrace at the LSU MOA Advisory Board FM, Baton Rouge Green and their own shining sun with metal members of the organization Tuesday, July 4, 2006, 6:00 to 10:00pm meeting in February. The new served on the Wellesley College and a surprise art medium. officers are: Susan Lipsey, chair- Alumnae Association national • the same discount for on-site Supplies are available on a woman; Linda Bowsher, vice board. In addition to her work purchases of concert and lecture first-come, first-served basis. chairwoman; and Cornelius Watch the “Fireworks on the Mississippi” brought to you by with the museum, Linda serves tickets as offered to affiliate Children must be accompanied “Connie” Lewis, secretary. WBRZ-TV and The Advocate from the best seat in town! on the Vestry of St. James members by an adult. Episcopal Church and the St. “We have a wonderful group of The festive evening includes food, beverages, and entertainment James Episcopal Day School To receive your reciprocal privi- Terrific Tea Party community leaders serving on our on the Charles Phelps Manship Jr. Floor and admission to the Board. Linda has a true passion leges at participating sites, you Saturday, July 8, board. We are thrilled to have LSU MOA exhibition, William Beecher: A Fantastic Vision. for art. She does additional must present your LSU MOA 10:00 am – 2:00 pm these outstanding individuals volunteer work with Assistant membership card with the GOLD Location: Charles Phelps Manship A limited number of tickets are available, so reserve yours now! serving as officers,” said Laura Director Fran Huber, and her NARM sticker. 3rd. Floor, Shaw Center for the Lindsay. Tickets: $125 each (adults only). All proceeds support the LSU favorite hobby is oil painting. Arts Reciprocal privileges do not Museum of Art programs and exhibitions. Out-going chairwoman, Sue Lewis is president and treasurer include mailings from any par LSU MOA’s Louisiana Silver Turner, commented that she was For information and to purchase tickets, contact Kelly Lastrapes, of Gulf Coast BIDCO in Baton ticipating museums except the Gallery tea sets will be available honored to have served on the director of development at 225.389.7212 or [email protected]. Rouge. He has served on the LSU museum with which the member for families to view and discuss. board, adding that it was a won- MOA board for two years. He is is affiliated. Stay for tea and an etiquette derful experience. active in various community lesson then decorate your own If you have any questions or if teacup to take home. Supplies Lipsey commented that she loves organizations and serves on the What is Schizophrenia? the Shaw Center, our visitors you need a new membership are available on a first-come, Baton Rouge and LSU! She and boards of the Baton Rouge Area Sunday, June 25, 2:00 – 3:00 pm have been curious. Where did the card, please contact LSU MOA first-served basis. Children must her husband, Richard, enjoy Chamber, Research Park Location: LSU MOA, Paula Garvey museum get its art? Why does Director of Development Kelly be accompanied by an adult. cheering for the Tigers in athlet- Corporation, and Hibernia Manship Floor (fifth), Shaw the museum have furniture and National Bank Baton Rouge Lastrapes at 225.389.7212; Center for the Arts candlesticks? Why is there an ics, academics and the arts. In Prints Galore Region Board of Directors and [email protected]. admission charge? Why doesn’t addition to her involvement with Saturday, Aug. 12, Outsider artist William Beecher formerly served on other civic the museum have more exhibi- the university, Susan has been 10:00 am – 2:00 pm was hospitalized for 40 years boards including Baton Rouge tions? LSU MOA Education deeply involved in many capaci- Education News Location: Charles Phelps and thought to be suffering Area Foundation and Volunteer Curator Lara Gautreau provides ties with Mary Bird Perkins Manship 3rd. Floor, from schizophrenia. Though the Baton Rouge. Second Saturdays return to answers and insights into these Cancer Center since its inception Shaw Center for the Arts disease affects about 1 percent 35 years ago. She also serves as a the Shaw Center, June 10, and other topics. The officers begin their two-year of the U.S. adult population, board member for July 8 and August 12! Families will learn about the art term on July 1. many misconceptions about this Printmaking Primer Productions as well as of printmaking while touring the Join the LSU MOA and its Shaw mental illness persist. Kathleen Sunday, Aug. 20, 2:00 – 3:00 pm Congregation B’nai Israel. New Benefit for Members Paths to the Press exhibition and Crapanzano, medical director of Location: LSU MOA, Paula Garvey Center for the Arts partners for make a relief print of their own. four fun hours with the arts! The the Office of Mental Health, will Manship Floor (fifth), “I have thoroughly enjoyed my The LSU MOA is pleased to Supplies are available on a entire center will be bustling with speak and take questions on the Shaw Center for the Arts board position on the LSU MOA, announce that as of January 1, first-come, first-served basis. professional artists and young realities of schizophrenia and serving as Endowment Society 2006, the museum has become a Children must be accompanied The current exhibition Paths to artists in training. Museum visi- the people who live with it. chair the past two years, and I participating member in the by an adult. the Press highlights women print- tors will enjoy free admission and am eager to serve as chair- North American Reciprocal Museums 101 makers from the early to mid- a variety of workshops designed woman, beginning this summer. Membership Program (NARM). Sunday, July 16, 2:00 – 3:00 pm 1900s. This printmaking primer, to give families a chance to see One of my main goals is to get Speaker Series Location: LSU MOA, Paula Garvey provided by LSU MOA Education and make art. Mark your calen- more of our community involved This new benefit allows LSU Manship Floor (fifth), Shaw Curator Lara Gautreau provides dars and plan to spend your All Speaker Series are free for LSU with the museum – to tour it, to MOA members at the Patron Center for the Arts an introduction to the history, Second Saturdays at the Shaw. MOA members; nonmembers pay volunteer their time and to level and above to receive recip- vocabulary and tools of this All events are free. regular museum admission. expand our membership. We rocal membership privileges at Since the LSU MOA opened at intriguing art form. MOA News LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS 13

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Frances Sponsored by: Huber, registrar and senior member of the museum staff, has been Dr. Lindsay, Harrod Blank, and Reneé promoted Bourgeois at the book signing. to assistant Harrod Blank standing near Louisiana director for collections manage- artist Kelly Israel’s art-car. Dave and ment. Her prior positions include Irene Major’s Aerocar, built on a associate registrar for loans and 1959 BMW 600. exhibitions at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Md.; PHOTOGRAPHY: CITY SOCIAL MAGAZINE registrar at the Indiana University Musicians with BR Symphony’s new Director of Operations and Education, “Wild Wheels” to four or five attractions includ- Space Rentals Art Museum in Bloomington, Ron Bermingham (second from left). Film Screening & Lecture ed in the packages for the dis- Ind.; exhibition coordinator and Art Car Parade, April 2006 counted price of $25 per attrac- The secret is out! Celebrating the art registrar for LSU Libraries and next fall she will begin bers. Tickets may be purchased tions package. The Downtown first anniversary of the LSU MOA Special Collections at the Hill working towards a Masters at the door. For information and April Fools Day has never been Walking Tour includes LASM, in the Shaw Center for the Arts Memorial Library; and editor degree in Art History and group ticket purchases, contact so much fun! The day started LSU MOA, the Old State Capitol, and its scenic river views, space at Prentice Hall Computer Museum Studies. Reneé Bourgeois, events with art-car artists and their the USS Kidd and the Old rentals have picked up dramatical- Publishing in Carmel, Ind. coordinator at 225.326.7206; fabulous creations lined up at Governor’s Mansion. The Capital ly. Designed to take full advantage In her new position, Fran is [email protected], or contact LeAnn the Arts Market. At noon the Area Driving Tour includes the of its magnificent location over- responsible for supervising all Professional Russo, LSU MOA Museum Store LSU MOA introduced California LSU Rural Life Museum, looking the Mississippi River, LSU actions related to the manage- and Community manager at 225.326.7210; documentary filmmaker and art- Nottoway Plantation, the Baton MOA offers unique settings for ment of the LSU MOA collection, Networking [email protected]. car maker Harrod Blank, who Rouge Zoo and Magnolia special business and social events. including security, preservation, showcased the DVD version of Mound Plantation. Tickets can A number of spaces are available loans, and records. She also River Views & Vibes River Views & Vibes Sponsors his film Wild Wheels and be purchased at the LSU MOA for private events and corporate serves as liaison to the museum Great art, great music, discussed his adventures in the admissions desk or the LSU galas. Plan your event today! advisory board’s accessions com- great wine! American art-car community. MOA Museum Store at the Contact Reneé Bourgeois, events mittee. Fran joined the museum The First Annual Art Car Parade Shaw Center for the Arts. For coordinator, for more information 5:00 – 8:00 pm staff in March 2001. She followed with the band playing more information or to purchase at 225.389.7206; [email protected]. First Thursday of the Month: designed the layout of museum the 1980s hit song “Cars.” tickets, call 225.389.7200 or She’ll be happy to provide a tour June 1, July 6, August 3, and storage in the Shaw Center and visit the LSU MOA Web site, of the facilities and even help September 7, 2006. Children and adults both www.lsu.edu/lsumoa. coordinate your event. has been a major contributor to enjoyed the humor, laughing the exhibition planning team. Location: LSU MOA, Paula After the Storm: Recovery of and pointing as the artistically Garvey Manship Floor (fifth), Wet Collections, March 2006 Elizabeth altered vehicles paraded down Shaw Center for the Arts Siccone, Fourth Street from the Capitol to On March 17, Frances Huber, the Shaw Center. The film Volunteer Opportunities is a native of River Views & Vibes continues assistant director for collections screening and lecture were free Baton Rouge with success and excitement as Join the Volunteer Support Organization for the LSU MOA management, attended a work- and open to the public, thanks and received Mansurs on the Boulevard joins shop entitled After the Storm: to the generous sponsorship of and provide valuable assistance to the museum staff and the her Bachelor the collaboration of the LSU Recovery of Wet Collections, All Star Automotive Group, and public! Volunteers are trained to work in a range of visitor of the Arts in MOA and the Baton Rouge organized by the American the parade was sponsored by services functions, including special events hosting, LSU MOA Art History at LSU. She joined Symphony. This fun, business- Institute for Conservation of the Baton Rouge Gallery. Museum Store sales and public-relations assistance. The the MOA staff in November casual event unites art, music Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) museum needs volunteers for collection management and 2005 as the LSU MOA Museum and a relaxed networking setting and the National Center for “Discover Baton Rouge” general administration. The museum’s education curator also Store merchandiser, where she for local residents. River Views & Preservation Training and Multi-Attractions Passport trains docent volunteers to conduct public tours of the per- creates artful displays of mer- Vibes is generously underwritten Technology (NCPTT). Member chandise and local art wares. by Merrill Lynch, and proceeds conservators of AIC and NCPTT The LSU MOA has teamed manent collection and changing exhibitions. When she’s not working in the support the programs of the LSU presented information on creat- with the Baton Rouge Area Summer is just around the corner! Make a difference and store, she volunteers in the MOA and the Baton Rouge ing a disaster plan, organizing a Convention & Visitors Bureau to spend your days with us at the museum as a volunteer. museum with Assistant Director Symphony. disaster committee, treatment offer a new way to “Discover for Collections Management options, critical points of collec- Baton Rouge.” The Discover Contact Reneé Bourgeois, events coordinator, for more Admission is $5 for LSU MOA Frances Huber. Siccone aspires tions recovery, salvage tech- Baton Rouge Multi-Attractions information at 225.389.7206; [email protected]. members and $10 for nonmem- to pursue a career in the arts, niques, and personal safety. Passport ticket offers admission 14 LSU MUSEUM OF ART NEWS

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The LSU MOA Museum Store declares another great success with its latest The difference between a good museum visit and a great one trunk show. On Friday, May 5 the atri- often comes down to a personal touch, someone whose um at the Shaw Center buzzed with knowledge and enthusiasm makes exhibitions more engaging and shoppers seeking chic accessories and memorable. Museums rely on volunteers, or docents, to offer that unique gifts for Mother’s Day. level of service. In return, museums provide docents with unique access to collections and expertise to further their personal growth. Each season, the Museum Store holds a trunk show and sale to showcase The LSU MOA is seeking docents for fall training. Anyone interested select Louisiana artists, with the latest is invited to attend an information session on Thursday, Aug. 3 trends in jewelry and fashion design. from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm on the Charles Phelps Manship Jr. Floor The hottest item at this season’s show (third), Shaw Center for the Arts. For more information on the was the Blue Tarp Pin, designed by Louisiana jewelry maker Lauri Rials. session, contact LSU MOA Education Curator Lara Gautreau at The stylish blue and silver pins are 225.389.7207 or [email protected]. crafted from recycled blue tarpaulins salvaged from New Orleans buildings damaged by last summer’s devastating Third Street Parking Garage hurricanes. Attending events at the LSU Museum of Art? This is your Other participating artists included Laura Teague with jewelry designs in convenient location for covered, secure and well lit parking wire and glass, as well as our own seven days a week. Located on the corner of Third and Misty Taylor, LSU MOA assistant Convention Streets, the garage entrance is on Convention. registrar. The garage hours are Monday through Wednesday, 6:00 am to midnight; Thursday and Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 am; Shoppers who couldn’t make it to the In-House Talent Saturday, 8:00 am to 2:30 am; and Sunday, 8:00 am to mid- trunk show can find works by these night. Fees are $1 for 0-1 hour; $2 for 1-2 hours; $3 for 2-3 and other talented Louisiana artists at The LSU MOA Museum Store features jewelry Rhode Island Foundation and has been published in the LSU MOA Museum Store, located hours; $6 for 3-24 hours; and $4 for special events. Lost tick- designs by artists throughout the state of Louisiana, the national jewelry trade magazine AJM. at 100 Lafayette Street in the Shaw ets carry a $5 charge. but finding our newest designer required looking no In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Taylor Center for the Arts. farther than the Shaw Center. Misty Taylor is relocated to Baton Rouge in September, finding a assistant registrar for the LSU MOA, and lucky for us new home for her talents at LSU MOA and the LSU she’s also a talented jewelry designer and MOA Museum Store. With her knowledge of metal- metalsmith. smithing and design, she creates unique combina- A New Orleans native, Taylor began creating tions of precious stones and sterling silver in the jewelry in the mid-1990s, and in 2000 she appren- form of pendants, necklaces, rings, and earrings. ticed with New Orleans silversmith and metal To see her beautiful creations visit the LSU MOA conservator Ellis Joubert. In recognition of her talent, Museum Store, located on the ground floor of the she won a national scholarship in 2003 from the Shaw Center for the Arts at 100 Lafayette Street.

MUSEUM STORE

The LSU MOA Museum Store sells an array of boutique gifts for all family members, and exclusive jewelry, glass, ceramics, sculpture, and furniture by regional artisans.

LSU MOA Museum Store • 100 Lafayette Street Baton Rouge, LA 70801 • 225.389.7210 Make Your Move. LSU MOA Staff Laura F. Lindsay, Join the LSU Museum of Art Today! Interim Executive Director Frances R. Huber, Assistant Director Annual membership in the LSU Museum of Art provides major support for Collections Management for museum exhibitions, educational programs, and the research, Becky Adams, Administrator conservation, and expansion of the permanent collection. Kelly Lastrapes, Director of Development LSU MOA members receive free admission to the museum, a Will G. Mangham, 10% discount on Museum Store purchases, the quarterly newsletter Director of Marketing Art Talk, and an LSU MOA lapel pin. Members also receive a 15% Reneé L. Bourgeois, discount on meals at the Capital City Grill for both locations (Lafayette Events Coordinator Street Park, Shaw Center for the Arts and 3535 South Sherwood Forest Lara Gautreau, Education Curator Boulevard), a 10% discount on meals at Tsunami, and a free upsize on Natalie Mault, Curatorial Assistant coffee purchases at PJ’s Coffee, Shaw Center for the Arts. Misty Taylor, Assistant Registrar Danelle Augustin, Receptionist Nathaniel Lakin, Preparator LeAnn Russo, Museum Store Manager Membership Levels and Benefits Benefactor $500 PICK THE MEMBERSHIP LEVEL YOU WANT Sustaining benefits plus a complimen- Board Members All memberships include the benefits tary exhibition catalogue. Chair: Sue Turner Brenda Berg outlined above and those indicated by Endowment Society $1,000 Marvin Borgmeyer the levels below: Benefactor level benefits plus invitation Linda Bowsher Student $15 for two to the Endowment Society Mary Frey Eaton Single student membership (with annual party and recognition in the Natalie Fielding verification of full-time enrollment). museum. Ashley Fox-Smith Carolyn Heard Individual $40 Corporate Benefactor $5,000 Phillip Juban Membership for one adult. Dual/Family memberships for five Carol Lamar adults, corporate recognition in the Cornelius Lewis Dual /Family $60 museum’s quarterly newsletter, and Susan H. Lipsey Membership for up to two adults and invitations to opening receptions of Charles McCowan children under 18. all major exhibitions. Paul Murrill Nancy Robichaux Patron $100 Corporate Philanthropist $10,000 Michael D. Robinson Dual/Family benefits plus invitation to Dual/Family memberships for ten Jerry Schwing receptions and events, and NARM* adults, corporate recognition in the Adele Silver benefits museum’s quarterly newsletter, and Kristin Sosnowsky invitations to opening receptions of Rob Stuart Sustaining $250 all major exhibitions. Boo Thomas Patron benefits plus four guest passes, Leonard Wyatt and an invitation to a behind-the- * NARM benefit allows members at the Patron Honorary: scenes experience at the museum. level and above to receive reciprocal membership privileges at over 150 museums, gardens and Nadine Carter Russell historical sites throughout North America. Please Paula Garvey Manship WRITE NAME AS YOU WISH IT TO APPEAR IN refer to our website, www.lsu.edu/lsumoa for a Ex-Officio: Laura F. Lindsay OUR RECORDS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: complete listing of participating sites. Laura Boyce, LSU MOA Representative, Shaw Center for the Arts Board of Directors MEMBER NAME AND TITLE Admission ADDRESS Adults: $ 8, Seniors 65+ and students with I.D.: $ 6 CITY / STATE / ZIP LSU faculty /staff with I.D.: $ 6 Children 5 to 17: $ 4 Children under 5: Free PHONE: HOME & WORK Hours EMAIL Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Payment Options PICK ONE SIGNATURE Thursday: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm Sunday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm My check for ______is enclosed. For more information contact Closed Mondays, Easter Sunday, MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: THE LSU FOUNDATION. Kelly Lastrapes at 225.389.7212, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, [email protected]. Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Please charge ______to my:

AMERICAN EXPRESS DISCOVER Return form and payment to: MASTER CARD VISA LSU Museum of Art Development Office Shaw Center for the Arts ACCOUNT NUMBER 100 Lafayette Street LSU Museum of Art Baton Rouge, LA 70801 Shaw Center for the Arts EXPIRATION DATE 100 Lafayette Street LSU faculty and staff receive a Baton Rouge, LA 70801 NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD 10% discount on individual through 225.389.7200 (general) benefactor level memberships. 225.389.7210 (Museum Store) Internet: www.lsu.edu/lsumoa Ê