Indianapolis Museum of Art Blog » Kate Franzman http://www.imamuseum.org/blog The IMA blog is a space to discuss everything related to the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:51:08 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 What did you just call me? http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/07/08/what-did-you-just-call-me/ http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/07/08/what-did-you-just-call-me/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:27:40 +0000 Kate http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/?p=13371 I’m the Mayor of the IMA.

And I don’t wanna brag, but I also happen to be the Mayor of 100 Acres and Nourish Cafe. Bet you didn’t know I was such a big shot, did you? Now gimme your lunch money.

You don’t recall voting, so how did I end up in office? By frequently “checking in” on the social media app. Foursquare, via my smart phone. And get this: I checked in to the IMA on Foursquare last week and to my surprise, received this badge:

I have to admit, I was slightly offended. Until I actually looked up what it meant: A zoetrope, which means ‘wheel of life’ in Greek,  is a device that produces an illusion of action from a rapid succession of static picture. So basically, a motion picture.

So how is it I won this badge by frequenting an art museum? Oh, well yes.  The IMA does offer quite a bit for the film buff. And I’m not just talkin’ The Toby.

Saturday, July 10 » 1-5:30 pm: The Toby

Part of the 40th Annual Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration, the IBE Film Fest features the artistry of established and emerging filmmakers creating non-Hollywood productions on subjects relevant to the African-American experience.

Indianapolis International Film Festival

July 15-July 25: DeBoest Lecture Hall & The Toby

The 2010 Indy Film Fest partners with the IMA to host another world-class selection of independent films, actors and directors from around the globe. This year’s line-up includes films from both award-winning professionals and emerging filmmakers, ranging from short-subject documentaries to full-length feature films.

Summer Nights Film Series

June 4- August 27: IMA’s Outdoor Amphitheater

From June 4 to August 27, the IMA will be screening films every Friday in its outdoor amphitheater, located on the west side of the Museum.  The 2010 series includes films from six different decades. This week’s film is Alfred Hitchcock’s suspenseful classic North by Northwest.

So whatever you are: film-buff, videophile, movie-junkie or zoetrope… we’ve got what you need. And we promise not to call you any names.

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Danny filming Chad and the bees

Sweet.

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When I think of spring, I think of robins. Ever since I can remember, my mom and Nana had a contest every year to see who could spot the first robin. Forget that scrawny groundhog, the first red-breasted robin hopping around in the grass (or snow) meant warmer weather was just around the corner.

Here are a few works from our collection that remind me strongly of spring. What says ‘spring’ to you?

Birds | (verso) Studies for a Woman in a Hat

More!

Three Flying Birds

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Event details:

Safety Last! with One Week

  • Friday, February 26– 7:30pm
  • The Toby
  • Live score performed by the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra
]]> http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/02/26/in-the-pit-with-indy-chamber-orchestra/feed/ 1 It’s always sunny in Indianapolis http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/01/21/its-always-sunny-in-indianapolis/ http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/01/21/its-always-sunny-in-indianapolis/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:18:34 +0000 Kate http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/?p=10404 Since the weather here in Indiana is kinda nasty right now, instead of complaining, I thought it might be a positive exercise to conjure up some images of far away places I’ve traveled.

The truth is, I really haven’t traveled that much in my life. Part of that has to do with the fact that I’m afraid of flying (like really really afraid.) But, for the sake of ArtBabble, I had the amazing opportunity to visit Los Angeles last May. Fellow Nugget Danny and I documented the whole experience with photos and video. On our trip we met a lot of interesting people and dogs and enjoyed the sunshine, the warm weather, and (Danny especially) fresh tacos.

The reason we traveled was to film on location the construction of Andrea Zittel’s project, a large floating island to be installed in the lake of 100 Acres back in Indy. The island was fabricated by Barnacle Bros studio in East L.A. where upon arrival, we were greeted by a cast of characters led by a heavily tattooed man known as Smilee Barnacle. They brought us up to speed on the project and led us around the work shop,  which looked more like a carnival parade storage room than any kind of studio! The interview we did with Smilee turned out to be pretty hilarious:

And here are some pictures I snapped throughout the day. You can find more here.

That's Danny filming Smilee and crew

Hey doggie

Shop dog

Barnacle Bros

From the desk of Mr. Barnacle...

Barnacle Bros

The colorful alley behind Barnacle Bros

Danny taping Smilee

Danny filming Smilee as he explains what materials were used for the island

There in the middle of the shop sat a snow-white igloo, which on closer inspection was not made of snow, but foam. And even better, it really looked like it would float! Smilee and his team used homemade tools to claw, shave, and mold the foam into a smooth, round shape. I can only imagine the spraying bits of foam as they hacked away at the towering mound of white.

It's snowing in LA

It's snowing in L.A.! (standing in a pile of foam bits)

Here’s an interview we did there with Andrea to get a little more background info on the whole project.

Fast forward to a few weeks ago, when the Barnacle crew brought the island to Indianapolis… only to be greeted by chilly temps and mud in the Art and Nature Park… Indiana at its finest! There was a lot of activity in 100 acres lake that week. Both the island and Eden II are now floating in the lake for all to see.

I felt kind of sorry for Andrea and the Barnacle Bros, wading around in the frigid lake, because their visit to Indy was a cold and damp one. Then again, they get to experience the beautiful California weather all year ‘round. (Special thanks to Smilee, Theresia and the whole Barnacle Bros. crew, Andrea, and the cool cats at The Getty for their kind hospitality.)

It sure was sunny in California but I think I’ll stick with Indiana. I’m kind of partial to the sunsets.

autumn sky

I snapped this photo outside my house a couple months ago

]]> http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/01/21/its-always-sunny-in-indianapolis/feed/ 8 Legends of the Hidden Temple? Hey doggie Barnacle Bros Barnacle Bros Danny taping Smilee It's snowing in LA autumn sky And the Nominees Are… http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/01/20/and-the-nominees-are/ http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/2010/01/20/and-the-nominees-are/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:12:27 +0000 Meg Liffick http://www.imamuseum.org/blog/?p=10599 Thank you to all who applied to be the IMA’s new blogger. We had nearly 2 dozen submissions and there wasn’t a bad one in the entire lot. It was exciting to read everyone’s stories and profiles, and very difficult to narrow down to a final list. The blog committee a.k.a. part of The Social Media Committee of Excellence a.k.a. Daniel Incandela, Kate Franzman, and I each voted for our top 5 picks and tallied the votes.

This is a crown, but not the actual crown that the winning blogger will receive.

And the Nominees Are…

  • Jessica Hancock
  • Katie Neville
  • Crystal Hammon
  • Jenni Clarkson
  • Heather McAllister

So What Happens Next?

Every Wednesday for the next 5 weeks we will post the submission of each of the finalists listed above. On March 3 we will then take it to a public vote in order to let our blog readers decide the individual who gets to be the IMA’s next blogger.

What’s at stake?

For the winning blogger – You will get a free membership to the IMA as well as complimentary tickets to select public programs and events. In addition, you will receive the opportunity to blog on a monthly basis through the end of 2010. As and added bonus, I will also fashion a special crown for whoever wins.* AND as a super special added bonus – The Social Media Committee of Excellence will buy you lunch at Nourish Cafe to celebrate your success.

For our blog readers – You will receive the opportunity to pick the voice that you want to hear throughout 2010. Who makes you laugh? Who intrigues you? Who has a point of view that is unique and relevant? It’s up to you to decide. Choose wisely.

Good luck to our finalists, cheers to our future voters, and let the best blogger win!

Oh, oh. And one last thing…If you aren’t following the IMA on Twitter, I think you should.

*Wearing the crown is completely optional. However, if the winner decides to not wear the crown, I will (obviously) be required to wear it myself.

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The Pharmacy prescribes the following links to combat Monday online anemia.

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I SAID... Leggo my Eggo! (thepancakeproject.blogspot.com)

Blog: The Pancake Project

We’re really into food blogs around here, can you tell? Heart-shaped pancakes are for newbs. Take your pancaking skills to the next level… then submit your creations to this blog… and then eat them.

ArtBabble Video: Bari Kumar – The Making of Blind Faith, 2009

Bari Kumar was born in 1966 in Nellore, India and currently lives in Los Angeles, CA.  His work of art, Blind Faith was created in 2009 as a commission by the San Jose Museum of Art. During the creation of Blind Faith Kumar kept a video diary explaining the process that he went through to construct the piece.  The San Jose Museum of Art edited the video into this segment.

IMA Work of Art:

http://www.imamuseum.org/explore/artwork/1208?page=1&highlight=190

evening ensemble by Norman Norell (Designer)

Tweet:

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danielincandela: ArtBabble has made it’s way onto Wikipedia: http://bit.ly/8j6YMM

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The Pharmacy prescribes the following links to combat Monday online anemia.

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insanewiches.com

Blog: insanewiches

So a few weeks ago, we introduced you to scanwiches. And because we know you’ll be spending most of this week trying to come up with creative ways to use your Thanksgiving leftovers, here’s a little more inspiration: insanewiches.com.

ArtBabble Video: Nic Hess’s Spindle Implosion

At the close of his installations, artist Nic Hess removes the used tape, wrapping it into densely packed balls. This video documents the de-installation of his Hammer Project “Automatic Crash Response” (2009).

IMA Work of Art:

Morning at Grand Manan Artist Bricher, Alfred Thompson

Morning at Grand Manan by Alfred Thompson Bricher

Tweet:

museumofemily: For your turkey-induced, post-Thanksgiving coma, ArtBabble delivers: http://www.artbabble.org/vi…

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The Pharmacy prescribes the following links to combat Monday online anemia.


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Daily Drop Cap

Blog: Daily Drop Cap

he Daily Drop Cap is an ongoing project by typographer and illustrator Jessica Hische. Each day (or at least each WORK day), a new hand-crafted decorative initial cap will be posted for your enjoyment and for the beautification of blog posts everywhere.

ArtBabble SERIES: Dutch Design

Dutch Design is supposed to be defiant: a book about colour could easily end up to be in black and white. But is it Defiance, that makes Dutch Design known all over the world? Or is it something else; idealism perhaps or a tendency to be frugal with materials.

Dutch Design Series by Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

Dutch Design Series by Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen

IMA Work of Art:

The Turkey Pasture by William Baxter Palmer Closson

The Turkey Pasture by William Baxter Palmer Closson

Tweet:

Noelle noellepulliam

Finally took time to go up to the galleries for this (Artist talk Dec 10): http://www.imamuseum.org/ex…

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The Pharmacy prescribes the following links to combat Monday online anemia.


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Blog: Vogel Appliance Blog

Flashy? No. Practical? Oh yes. If you’ve ever wondered how much dish soap you really need, this blog is for you.  This local appliance blog gives you tips and tricks that might help you save serious moolah come the winter season. And it’s coming soon.

ArtBabble Video: Jean Shin: Common Threads

Artist Jean Shin and Curator Joanna Marsh discuss the exhibition Jean Shin: Common Threads at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Topics include: new work commissioned by the American Art Museum titled Everyday Monuments, a cityscape constructed from losing lottery tickets called Chance City, and Unraveling, an installation inspired by the complexities of the Asian American Art community.

IMA Work of Art:

Still Life with Profile of Laval Artist Gauguin, Paul

Still Life with Profile of Laval by Paul Gauguin

Tweet:

mattgrieser:

What a great evening at the IMA! Saw Osso, DM Stith, and The BQE with Q&A w/Sufjan Stevens. All were incredible!

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