Nnenna Okore: Absurd Beauty

Febuary 15th - March 19th 2009

Visiting artist Nnenna Okore uses materials such as newspaper, wax, cloth, rope, clay, and sticks in sculptures created through obsessive repetition and labor-intensive practices. The inventive use of found materials to cope with poor economic conditions inspires Okore's choice of material and approach.

Gallery Talk: Tuesday March 9th, 1:40-3pm
Reception: Friday March 19th, 6-9pm

The artist will be giving a lecture and workshop on Friday February 26th from 11am-1pm. The lecture/workshop is currently full. Please email Heather Weber at h-weber@neiu.edu to inquire about possible attendance.