Opening reception for Nature's Garden, by Pamela Barrios. Exhibit runs from October 11–November 21.
Artist's Statement
COLOR, SHAPE, AND RELATIVITY
My work is inspired by the hypnotic repetition of shapes and colors, especially in nature, and the rhythm and symmetry these produce.
Crowded woodlands and planned gardens offer mysterious and unexpected color contrasts and compositions. These familiar forms combine to create new moods and ideas.
Artist's Bio
I earned a B.A. in English Literature (British/American modern/contemporary) from the City University of New York. I trained and worked in rare book conservation at the New York Public Library, Yale University and the New York Academy of Medicine Conservation Laboratory.
While a rare book conservator, I studied book art and participated in many Guild of Book Workers competitions, concentrating on the cover art of these publications.
I moved to Provo, UT from New York City to accept a position in rare book conservation at the Brigham Young University Library, where I remained on the faculty for twenty years. Additionally, I taught evening classes in book art at the University of Utah for 5 years.
In 2014 I earned a B.A. in painting from Utah Valley University. I have had solo painting exhibitions at the BYU Library and at the Salt Lake City Public Library. My paintings have been included in many group shows around Utah.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages |
EVENT TYPE: | Exhibits | Arts & Creativity |
The Glendale Branch of the Salt Lake City Public Library system, designed by Architectural Nexus and opened in February of 2015, offers approximately 20,000 square feet of space, making it the largest City Library branch. The branch houses 40,000 circulating materials, public computers, a lounge area, a green screen room, and a grand piano donated through the Mundi Project.
The floor plan of the branch offers open views across the building while creating designated spaces for children's, teen, and adult Library collections. An enclosed activity room easily accommodates various Library programming, and a designated teen space offers a place for young adults to gather, study, and access Library resources and services.
Built with the Glendale neighborhood in mind, the building shape includes a curved form that reaches out and embraces the community while creating an outdoor plaza. Special colored concrete and landscaped designs represent the geographic area along the Jordan River, while the design scheme of interior signage incorporates colors and forms that represent the many ethnic backgrounds of Glendale neighborhood residents.
The branch is easily accessible to area students, being located just one block from Glendale Middle School, Mountain View Elementary School, and the Salt Lake City School District's Community Learning Center.
The diversity of building materials, finishes, and colors of the Glendale Branch reflect the diversity of the Glendale neighborhood, which is one of the most diverse communities in Salt Lake City.
