February Events

Turning the Lab into a Studio: Conversations Between Art and Science

With Dr. Sari Hannila
Hosted by Sarah Fuller, SoA Sessional Instructor

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
Location: 368 ARTlab, University of Manitoba

Art and science share foundational elements of curiosity, experimentation, and discovery. Dr. Sari Hannila will discuss her groundbreaking collaborations that bring these fields together, including Neurocraft and Dura Mater: Objective/Subjective. These projects transformed laboratories into studios, enabling artists to use scientific techniques and tools in their creative processes.

Dr. Hannila is an Associate Professor of Human Anatomy and Cell Science at the University of Manitoba and a leader in neurobiology research, focusing on neural plasticity and regeneration. Her innovative outreach initiatives include anatomy drawing workshops and art-science exhibitions, making her a pioneer in interdisciplinary collaboration.

Workshop and Artist Talk with Jen Sonnenberg

Explore the Craft of Woodfired Pottery
Hosted by Anaies Mehrabian, UM Ceramics Club

Event Details:
Date: Monday, February 3, 2025
Location: Room 115, Ceramics and Sculpture Building

Schedule:

• Morning Demonstrations: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Artist Talk: 1:00–1:30 PM
• Afternoon Demonstrations: 1:30–4:30 PM

Jen Sonnenberg’s functional porcelain and stoneware capture the beauty of the woodfiring process, resulting in unique, timeless works. This workshop offers a hands-on opportunity to learn her techniques, including creating stretched plates, bellied pots, and stamped mugs.

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More upcoming Winter 2025 Speakers

In addition to these February events, the Visiting Speakers Series has an exciting lineup of guests this term with more to come:

• Tehching Hsieh: March 5–6, 2025
• Dr. Juliana Espana Keller: March 14, 2025
• Sarah Ann Johnson: March 25, 2025

*Dates may be subject to change.

About the Visiting Speakers Series

The School of Art is proud to present the Visiting Speakers Series, which highlights art professionals at the forefront of contemporary art, criticism, and design. This series is a vital component of the student experience at the School of Art, offering diverse perspectives on the most pressing issues facing today’s artists and scholars.

Each guest presents their work to a broad audience of students and community members, while many also engage in small, focused gatherings tailored to their unique practices. These settings provide invaluable opportunities for critique, conversation, and mentorship.

These events showcase the depth and breadth of contemporary artistic practice, offering unique learning experiences for students and the wider community. Join us to be inspired by the creative possibilities at the crossroads of art, science, and craft!

For more information, visit our School of Art Exhibitions and Events page.