N E V A D A M U S E U M O F A R T

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through January 8, 2012Part of the Art + Environment Season

The Altered Landscape Photographs of a Changing Environment

The Altered Landscape Photographs of a Changing EnvironmentSeptember 24, 2011 – January 8, 2012

Celebrating the Museum’s signature photography collection

that examines human interaction and intervention with

environments, The Altered Landscape represents a diversity

of artists, including Edward Burtynsky, Fandra Chang,

Stéphane Coturier, Pipo Nguyen-duy, Otobong Nkanga,

Amy Stein, and Kim Stringfellow. bit.ly/alteredlandscape

Major Sponsor: Carol Franc Buck Foundation; Sponsors: National Endowment for the Arts, Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Wilhelm and Elke Hoppe Living Trust; Generous Supporters: The Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation, RBC Wealth Management, Atlantis Casino Resort and Spa, Daniel Greenberg and Susan Steinhauser, Stremmel Gallery, Maureen Mullarkey, Kathie Bartlett; Additional Support: Cultural Services of the French Embassy, New York; The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) with the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

San Francisco-based Solnit is among the brightest minds illuminating the relationship of people to the places they inhabit. Her writing explores ideas about art and photography, landscape, and ecology. Book signing to follow.

Meet the CriticA Dialogue with Rebecca Solnit on The Altered LandscapeThursday, October 20 / 1 pm

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Sponsored by the University of Nevada, Reno Donald W. Reynolds School of Journalism in collaboration with Nevada Humanities, and funded with generous support by the UNR College of Liberal Arts Hilliard Endowment and the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust. Cosponsored by the Nevada Museum of Art’s Center for Art + Environment, in collaboration with UNR's Literature and Environment Program.

This special exhibition celebrates the museum’s founding in 1931 with archival materials and objects, including photographs, newspaper articles, and artworks, from the Museum’s Collection and the University of Nevada, Reno Special Collections. bit.ly/churchcutts

Art, Science, and the Arc of Inquiry The Evolution of the Nevada Museum of Artthrough January 29, 2012

Internationally-renowned environmental artists, the Harrisons propose a series of long-term ecological responses to recorded temperature increases in the Sierra Nevada. Presented in a 30-foot-long map, topographical sketches, aerial photographs, and digital animations, this exhibition represents early iterations of a fifty-year project. bit.ly/harrisonsierra

Major sponsorship by the Wilhelm Hoppe Family Trust and the Elke Hoppe Youth Advancement Trust. Additional support provided by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.

Helen Mayer Harrisonand Newton Harrison Sierra Nevada: An Adaptationthrough December 4

Investigate models and drawings of Fog Garden — a large-scale water-gathering complex of structures proposed for the Atacama Desert, a place where it has not rained in recorded history and fog is the only source of moisture. bit.ly/foggarden

Sponsored by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Louise A. Tarble Foundation.

Fog Garden The Architecture of Waterthrough December 18

This exhibition unites forty intricate, hand- crafted maquettes by Fleming that suggest the co-existence of the mundane, the cosmological, and the scientific. bit.ly/lindafleming

Linda Fleming Modeling the Universethrough November 6

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

Explore how landscapes, and our perceptions of them, can be transformed by technology and design, while investigating the shifting terrains of architectural invention. bit.ly/landscapefutures

This exhibition is guest curated by Geo� Manaugh. Sponsored by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Arts.

Landscape Futures Instruments, Devices and Architectural Inventionsthrough February 12, 2012

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Explore photographer Robert Adams’ images, conveying his honest and impassioned responses to the transformation of landscapes in the American West. bit.ly/robertadams

The Unworthiness of Our Response Photographs by Robert Adamsthrough November 27

A self-taught photographer and scholar of philosophy, Mylayne explores the relationship of humankind to nature. bit.ly/mylayne

This exhibition is guest-curated by Christie Mazuera Davis of the Lannan Foundation, and sponsored by the Lannan Foundation.

Jean-Luc Mylayne The Heavens are Blue

through March 11, 2012

Australian architect Richard Black proposes a series of sustainable design solutions to improve the health of the Murray River system in Australia. The exhibition materials are drawn from the Center for Art + Environment Archive Collections. bit.ly/richardblack

This exhibition generously supported by the Louise A. Tarble Foundation, the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, and the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust.

Richard Black Australia’s Murray Riverthrough December 31

Diana Al-Hadid’s large-scale sculpture evokes a centuries-old water clock invented by prominent Syrian engineer Al-Jazari in 1206. bit.ly/waterthief

Diana Al-Hadid Water Thiefthrough January 29, 2012

This mobile sculpture built in Abruzzo, Italy collects stories and seeds from farmers living in a region quickly losing its agricultural heritage. bit.ly/notrojanhorse

Sponsorship for the A|W|E Grant program provided by The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.

This is Not a Trojan Horse A Project by Amy Franceschini and Michael Taussigthrough December 11

Set amidst a stark and timeless desert landscape, Shirin Neshat’s stirring video presents the rituals and customs of a Muslim funeral ceremony, revealing a powerful relationship between people and place. bit.ly/neshat

Shirin Neshat Passage through January 8, 2012

These half-hour dialogues invite guests to experience an informal and intimate introduction to works in the galleries.

$5 / $4 MUSEUM MEMBERS

EVENTS OCTOBER | NOVEMBER nevadaart.org/tickets

ART BITES

Titian and the Venetian RenaissanceFriday, October 7 / noon

Learn about Titian from art Historian Brett Van Hoesen as she addresses La Bella.

Meet the Museum’s FounderDr. James Church, in CharacterFriday, October 21 / noon

Doug Mishler, master of Chautauqua, performs his newest character, Dr. James Church. Learn about the founding of the Museum, the advent of snow surveying, and the institution’s eighty-year history.

Meet the CuratorAnn M. Wolfe on The Altered LandscapeFriday, October 28 / noon

Wolfe has spent three years preparing the exhibition of the Museum’s premiere collection, The Altered Landscape. Join her for a gallery tour of key works.

Lady Carolyn on Textiles and Costumes of the Italian RenaissanceFriday, November 11 / noon

Learn about the extraordinary textiles and costumes of the Renaissance with Carolyn Runnells, a.k.a. “Lady Carolyn,” who designs, makes, and interprets period costumes.

David Abel on James Church and Art, Science, and the Arc of InquiryFriday, November 18 / noon

Artist, poet, and bibliophile Abel has researched the archival trail of the Museum’s founder James Church. Learn how Church’s influence can be traced throughout the Museum’s history.

Meet the Artist Linda Fleming on Modeling the Universe Friday, October 14 / noon

Join Fleming for a conversation about her work resonating with ideas about the complexity of the universe, mathematics, and the discipline required to make art.

Join the Museum, AIGA, and BRDI for the inaugural edition of Design Matters, an inter- disciplinary design program, featuring a keynote by Steve Frykholm, designer of the visual identity for Herman Miller.

$20 / $10 MUSEUM MEMBERS

Design MattersThursday, October 20 / 5 to 8 pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

A Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, David Salmela has earned more than fifty awards for his work — yet never went to architecture school. Learn why Salmela’s work has been described as “creating a deliberate expression of place and culture through form and materials.” Book signing to follow.

$10 / $8 MUSEUM MEMBERS

Black Rock Design Institute presents David Salmela | Salmela ArchitectThursday, November 17 / 6 pm

Join the Museum and the Holland Project for the opening reception of the Stranger Show, celebrating the collaborative work of twenty Hug High School students and their artist mentors.

FREE

The Stranger Show Opening ReceptionFriday, November 18 / 6 pmHolland Project Gallery, 140 Vesta St.

Treasures abound at the third annual Book Sale with more than 1,000 books for sale. All books will be half price on Sunday. Proceeds support CA+E Library acquisitions.

FREE

Museum Library Book Sale November 18 – 20 / 10 am to 5 pm

Funded in part by Nevada Humanities.

SAVE THE DATE

Art Glass of the Ti�any EraFebruary 11 – May 20, 2012

Edward Burtynsky OilJune 9 – September 23, 2012

hands/ON!Sunday Family ProgramOctober 30 / Día de los Muertos November 27 / Landscape Paintings

FREE

One-hour sessions begin at noon, 1 , 2 and 3 pm. Bring the entire family for this free, fun program featuring hands-on art projects and gallery activities for all ages.

Space is limited to the first 60 participants for each hour of the program.

Sponsored by the Mathewson CLAT #4, Sato Foundation, Terry Lee Wells Foundation, City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission and Dermody Properties Foundation.

ONGOING EVENTS

KUNR Sunday Jazz Brunch11 am – 1 pmOctober 16 / Doug CoomlerNovember 20 / Susan Mazer and Dallas Smith

$5 – $15 À LA CARTE BRUNCH MENU

Catch a live jazz performance hosted by KUNR Radio and dine from the à la carte brunch menu at Café Musée.

Art Afternoon Workshop and Social for Seniors1 – 3 pmFriday, October 14 and November 11

$12 / $10 MUSEUM MEMBERS TWO SESSIONS

Expand your interests with a docent-guided tour and studio art class. Light refreshments. No studio experience necessary.

Sponsored in part by the Leonette Foundation Seniors and Art Endowment.

First Thursday5 – 7 pmOctober 6 / The FantodsNovember 3 / Burnin’ Earl

$10 / $8 SENIORS and STUDENTS FREE MUSEUM MEMBERS $4 Kids Open Art Studio

Grab a beer, groove to the live music, and check out the galleries.

Sponsored annually by The X 100.1 FM Radio and Great Basin Brewing Company. Bottled water sponsored by Sam's Club. Wine bar sponsored by Whispering Vine Wine Company.

Free High School Admission Wednesday through Sunday / 10 am – 5 pmThursday / 10 am – 8 pm

All Washoe and Douglas County High School students are eligible for free admission to the Museum through December 2011.

Sponsored by IGT, the Fairweather Foundation, and the John Shaw Field Foundation.

Titian’s La Bella: Woman in a Blue Dress through November 20

See this Renaissance masterpiece painting by Venetian painter Titian in the Museum’s E. L. Wiegand Gallery. Then, visit “Titian’s Venice,” an expanded exhibition of Titian’s life and art on view at arte italia. bit.ly/titianlabella

This exhibition is made possible by the Foundation for Italian Art & Culture. The Nevada Museum of Art exhibition is sponsored exclusively by the E. L. Wiegand Foundation. The exhibition tour was organized by the Kimbell Art Museum in collaboration with the Nevada Museum of Art and the Portland Art Museum.

LAST CHANCE TO SEE

Second Saturdays is sponsored exclusively by the Nightingale Family Foundation. Media sponsorship by Charter Communications.

Second Saturdays are FreeOctober 8 and November 12 / 10 am – 5 pm

Introduce your family and friends to the Museum for free in 2011!

FREE ADMISSION

Enjoy a delicious, Italian inspired three-course meal and view Titian’s masterpiece painting La Bella: Woman in a Blue Dress. For reservations, call 332.1848.

$30 per person | Price does not include tax or gratuity. Museum members enjoy 10% savings on dinner and beverages.

La Bella Cucina at Café Musée Thursday, October 13 / 5 – 7 pm

VISIT THE MUSEUM

LOCATION AND CONTACT160 West Liberty Street in downtown Reno775.329.3333 | nevadaart.org

ADMISSIONPurchase tickets at the admissions desk or online at nevadaart.org/tickets.

$10 General Admission $8 Student / Senior $1 Children 6 to 12 years free Members / Children 5 and under

GALLERY & STORE HOURSWednesday – Sunday / 10 am to 5 pmThursdays / 10 am to 8 pmclosed Mondays / Tuesdays / national holidays

Wednesday – Sunday / 11 am to 4:30 pm

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the Museum.

VISITORS WITH SPECIAL NEEDSThe Museum is accessible to all. For special services, please call 775.329.3333 ex. 253 with a minimum of one week advance notice prior to your visit.

CENTER FOR ART + ENVIRONMENT LIBRARYWednesday – Sunday / 11 am to 2 pm Additional hours during special events.Library materials are for reference and research purposes only and are not circulated.

GUIDED TOURS ARE FREE WITH ADMISSIONAvailable on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not needed. Thursdays (except First Thursday) / 6 pm Saturdays and Sundays / 1 pmSpanish language tours by reservation at 775.329.3333 ex. 253

PARKINGParking is available in the Museum lot as well as in free and metered spaces on nearby streets.

SPONSORSHIPThe Museum is grateful to the E. L. Cord Foundation for providing a generous gift to underwrite programming in the E. L. Cord Museum School. The Museum also wishes to recognize the generosity of the Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation, the Minnie B. Leonette Foundation, John Ben Snow Foundation and the Crystal Family Foundation for programming support; and Bank of America and Umpqua Bank for supporting School Tours. Our appreciation also to McDonald Carano Wilson LLP and Private Client Group at U.S. Bank for sponsoring the Savor 2011 fundraising dinner. Also contributing to the successful event were Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Chef Charlie Palmer and Executive Chef David Holman of Charlie Palmer Group, Southern Wine & Spirits and Peter and Turkey Stremmel.

First Thursday The Fantods5 – 7 pm6

ART BITE Dr. James Church, in Character noon21

Design Matters5 – 8 pm

ART BITE Titian and the Venetian Renaissance noon 7

ART BITE Linda Flemingon Modeling the Universe noon 14

SECOND SATURDAY Free Admission10 am – 5 pm 8

KUNR Sunday Jazz Brunch Doug Coomler 11 am – 1 pm16

Art Afternoon Workshop and Social for Seniors 1 – 3 pm

ART BITE Rebecca Solnit on The Altered Landscape 1 pm20

ART BITE Ann M. Wolfe on The Altered Landscape noon28hands/ON! Sunday Family ProgramDía de los Muertos noon, 1, 2 & 3 pm30

OCTOBERFirst Thursday Burnin’ Earl 5 – 7 pm3

The Stranger Show Opening ReceptionHolland Project, 140 Vesta St. 6 pm

KUNR Sunday Jazz Brunch Susan Mazer and Dallas Smith 11 am – 1 pm20hands/ON! Sunday Family ProgramLandscape Paintings noon, 1, 2 & 3 pm27

Museum Library Book Sale 10 am – 5 pm

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ART BITE David Abel on James Churchnoon18

Art Afternoon Workshop and Social for Seniors 1 – 3 pm

ART BITE Lady Carolyn on Textiles and Costumes of the Italian Renaissance noon11

SECOND SATURDAY Free Admission10 am – 5 pm 12TALK Black Rock Design Institute Presents David Salmela, FAIA 6 pm17

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