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Current and Upcoming Library Exhibits

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Interconnectedness: The Art of Simone DeSousa

Now through July 19, 2008 -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room Exhibit and 3rd Floor Exhibit

Brazilian-born painter Simone DeSousa deconstructs elements to create dynamic relationships that reveal the essence of moments and insights. Through intricate layering, addition, subtraction, or simply allowing materials to show through, Simone’s painting process is based on an evolving practice of deep observation and inclusion of each moment. Her work is an invitation to engage in the subtle beauty of the interconnectedness of the elements that surface in everyday processes.

Simone has shown extensively in the Detroit area, as well as across the country, including New York and San Francisco. Her work is part of private and corporate collections, including the University of Michigan and Compuware Headquarters. She is co-founder of the Salt-Mine Studio, a Detroit-based multidisciplinary art studio housing painting, sculpture, and design since 1998.

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The Eye of Horus: Ancient Egyptian Medicine presented by the Kelsey Museum

Now through July 19, 2008 -- Downtown Library: Lower Level Display Cases

This exhibit highlights ancient Egyptian medical practices through the display of artifact reproductions from the Kelsey Museum. The ancient Egyptians were known for their skills in mummification (preservation of the dead), but Egyptians were also keen on preservation of the living. The Egyptians recorded a variety of medical practices that date back thousands of years. Papyri scrolls have been found with remedies to cure everything from a headache to baldness.

A related, interactive program for youth in grades K – 5 will be offered by the docents of the Kelsey Museum on Saturday, June 7 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm and Thurs., July 10 from 2 - 3:30 pm in the Downtown Library multi-purpose room. Check aadl.org Events for description.

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Benedette's Quilt Quarry by Benedette Palazzola

Now through July 30, 2008 -- Malletts Creek Branch: Exhibits

Quilt Quarry is a colorful collection of quilts by Benedette Palazzola. The quilts vary in size from quite small to bed-size. Some are figurative, others are abstract; nearly all are completely original designs. Quilt Quarry is primarily intended to be a celebration of color. Benedette shares the ancient philosophy that color is the touchstone of reality.

Benedette Palazzola has worked in other art forms, but discovered her true love when she started quilting. She has studied with local quilting experts Mary Lindquist and Kathleen Campau, and has exhibited her work in various shows, most recently in the Ann Arbor Fiberarts Guild Power Center Show. Benedette is a native Ann Arborite.

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6th Annual Teen Graffiti Art Contest Exhibit

July 22, 2008 through August 28, 2008 -- Downtown Library: Multi-Purpose Room Exhibit and 3rd Floor Exhibit

During the 2008 Art Fair, teens from across the area will gather in the Downtown Library’s parking lot to try their hand at the art of Graffiti. Each artist will be given a four foot by four foot canvas and a variety of colors of spray paint. The art will be judged and the top three contestants will receive gift certificates for their efforts.

The end result of the contest is this exhibit of a multitude of styles and levels of talent for the community to see. The art will be gathered together to create a brilliant collection of work by local teen artists.