A public reception to formally open the Libraries' current art exhibits takes place on Thursday from 5-6:30 p.m. in Homer Babbidge Library. Featured exhibits include: “Modeling the Art and Engineering of Roman Aqueducts with Legos™,” a series of aqueducts constructed of Legos™ by UConn Professor of Geology Gary Robbins and the “Average Joe Photo Show,” a combination photography exhibition and philanthropic project, which showcases images of water and the human figure taken with cell phone or tablet, and benefits an international water organization.
Robbins’ constructions simulate ancient Roman structures that were used to transport water. To provide water to crowded cities throughout the ancient Roman world, the Romans built some 600 aqueducts. Not only were the aqueducts marvels of engineering and hydraulics but also wondrous works of architecture and art. The original Lego™ models on display exemplify some of the diversity in design of the ancient Roman aqueducts. The models demonstrate how the aqueducts worked and why their ruins still evoke a sense of awe.
The “Average Joe Photo Show” originated at the Lori Warner Gallery in Chester, CT and was the brainchild of friends Lori Warner and Rebecca Steiner. The exhibition features 234 eclectic photographs taken in Connecticut and as well as far-flung corners of the world by photographers, both professional and amateur. A portion of the proceeds from sales benefit water.org, an organization providing access to safe water and sanitation to people in Africa, South Asia, and Central America.
For more information, please visit: http://lib.uconn.edu/about/exhibits/
For more information, contact: suzanne zack at suzanne.zack@uconn.edu