New artwork on display at Hendrix College meant to raise questions.
Hendrix College in Conway is introducing some new artwork into the Department of Religious Studies and Department of Philosophy on campus.
The new artwork lining the walls of Ellis Hall are meant to raise questions and asks, "viewers to ponder how they empathetically engage with the human body as it's depicted in portrait paintings." The exhibit, "Body of Empathy," opened on September 19th and will be available to view until the summer of 2019.
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| Pictured: Eva O'Donovan, Emma 2018, oil on printed fabric, 35" x 45" via The Log Cabin Democrat |
The exhibit will feature artwork from six different artists, including Karen Fleming, Emily Mcllroy, Nina Jordan, and others. A press release reveals the theme of the exhibit explores whether, "viewers cam empathize with characters or personas in paintings."
Associate Professor of Philosophy James Dow says, "Hendrix College's mission statement suggests that we aim to cultivate empathy." Dow continues, "... we hope that the show will provide an opportunity for a conversation about ideas of empathy considered from a variety of perspectives."
Original story via The Log Cabin Democrat
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