Surrealism: Irrational Images for the Rational Mind
“Maricopa Hills” by Amy J. Richardson
By Ashley Renteria
Taft College is hosting a Surrealism show from March 7th to April 22nd. The gallery is located in the Tech Building Room 11. The show is titled Surrealism, Irrational Images for the Rational Mind and features works from over 20 artists.
“Resting Beach Face” by Juan Ochoa
On Thursday, March 17th from 3-6 pm, the gallery hosted a reception where most of the artists came to look at other works of art and to talk about their own art and inspirations and meanings and interpretations. The types of works varied from sketches to paintings to 3D sculptures.
Students admire art work
Students admire and discuss artwork
Student admiring paintings
The reception brought in a large crowd of spectators and artists. Snacks and refreshments were provided, and everyone was engaged in the art work and mingling with other guests. Artists took this chance to talk about their work and explain to guests what their inspiration was, how they found it, and why they expressed themselves the way they did.
“Mind” by Reginald Pitts
“INUIORN Mental Time” by Terry Campbell
“The Family” by Carolyn Applegate
On one wall was a large selection of bios about each artist and which work was theirs and a short background so guests and fellow artists could learn more about them.
Guest reading artist excerpts