I’m hiking up the steps that separate the dichotomy of Montmartre and the Basilica of Sacre Coeur in Paris. Sure, the latter is breathtaking. But, looking closely, you may notice the reality of the place: it is centuries old. I look around the old buildings and residential apartments where, interestingly, many prominent 20th century artists […]
Tag: Art
Have yourself an awesome little holiday break
As college students, it can be quite hard to resist splaying out on a couch or bed during the holiday break, attempting to make up for all of the sleep lost during the semester. However, while getting some much-needed rest is important, students should also try their best to enjoy the many events that South […]
New undergraduate course at Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
Registration is now open to a new off-campus transdisciplinary arts course that will be offered in fall 2013 to undergraduate students; the class, beginning Oct. 22, will take place at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale (MoAFL), one night per week, and Shark Shuttle transportation will be available to and from NSU’s main campus.
History of campus art revealed
There are various art exhibits and pieces that adorn NSU’s campus. While most of these may be well known, such as the shark statue in front of the Don Taft University Center or the shark fin floating in Gold Circle Lake, their histories and how they came to be may be a mystery to some. To shed light on both the origins and history of the various installations of art around campus, The Current will explore the readily noticeable pieces in this issue and the more mysterious pieces found around the campus in a later issue.
“Offerings of the Angels” exhibit puts the history of Italy on display
Have you ever wanted to travel to Italy? Well, the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale Florida has brought a piece of Italy to you. The exhibit “Offerings of the Angels” brings the history of Italy to the museum with artwork that highlights the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It is is on view until April 8 and at a special rate of $15 with a valid Shark ID.
Senior art majors display talent at exhibition
Abutoubeh said, “I made my piece hard to read so that you spend more time trying to decipher my message.” Cox’s pieces can also be found at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Transforming obsolete objects into art
A collection of crushed plastic bottles lay in a pile. Each discarded SEI-brand container resembles a 19th century soldier’s canteen. Back then, each canteen held water — a refreshing and prized commodity for any soldier engrossed in grueling combat. At first glance today, each bottle is merely a piece of empty, mangled plastic. In the eyes of Juana Valdes, however, each bottle is an essential component of a work of art.
ArtSharks circle NSU waters
Step into the waters, if you dare, and explore your artistic side with ArtSharks, the new art club.