Eureka! There’s a New Show at Memorial Gallery

February 10, 2020

Kelly Bell

EUREKA! Eureka? Eureka… Concept, Design, and Ambiguities by Kelley Bell is the first exhibit of 2020 at Memorial Gallery. It runs 2/21 – 4/8.

There will be a lecture by Bell, Thursday, 2/27, 11 a.m. – noon, Gleeson Hall Room 104. She will also do a demo on Projection Mapping, Wednesday, 2/26, 11:40 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Hale Hall Room 138. A reception for Bell on Tuesday, 2/25, will be held in the gallery, 5 – 7 p.m.

The show is curated by Beth Giacummo, gallery director.

EUREKA! Eureka? Eureka… Concept, Design, and Ambiguities by Kelley Bell is a survey of the artist’s work from the past 20 years. Bell combines folklore flavor and vintage wit to create a colorful conundrum. At first glance, Bell’s work is a kaleidoscope of color that presents the viewer with pleasing designs that are enjoyable to engage with and comfortable to observe.

However, those paying attention will soon realize that the visual adventure of Bell’s designs is only the beginning. Beyond her whimsical and serendipitous designs lie a social and sometimes political subtext. In this dichotomy, viewers are suddenly intersecting with community. Bell’s subtle way of leading the viewer down a path of discovery and awakening, is evident in her art and designs.

Gallery hours are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission is free, and the gallery is accessible to persons with mobility impairments.

For more information, call 934-420-2181.