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For our next installation of "Profs Talk Art," we chatted with Dr. Alison Bory, chair and associate professor of dance, about Robert Rauschenberg's Ace from his series "Ruminations." Dr. Bory is currently researching queer representational strategies in Miguel Gutierrez’s trio of works, Age & Beauty, and is beginning a new project examining contemporary performances that create or utilize feelings of discomfort, disarray, or confusion. You can watch the video here (subtitles available). https://youtu.be/_mHLxgzmY04 What do you think of this work? We have over four thousand works spanning five centuries in our collection. If you want to see more of our collection,...

Ludovica Gioscia (British-Italian, b. 1977)True Blue, 2021Four color screenprint on stitched layers of acid free tissue paper20 x 16 in.Gift of Charlotte and Alan Artus When selecting my ArtMate, I knew I wanted something with vibrant colors. I planned a few possible options before selecting, but upon seeing True Blue in person, I could immediately envision the piece displayed in my room.  My dorm design features a lot of warm, natural colors: orange, cream, warm gray, and jade green. I wanted a piece that would match the mood of my room while still drawing the eye. The vivid orange in...

William Eggleston (American, b. 1939)Untitled (Baby Dolls on Cadillac), 1973Dye transfer print11.75 x 17.75 in.Gift of John Andrew MacMahon '95 As an avid music enthusiast, I first encountered William Eggleston’s work when I discovered the influential cult rock band Big Star. Not only was I drawn to their music, a uniquely disarming brand of power pop, but I was captivated by the visuals that decorated their album covers: from the bold neon-lit star on their bright debut to the candid black-and-white photography complementing the disturbing tone of their third and final album and, most notably, the peculiar photograph that adorns...