Opening reception for "Rest in Press" - Relief Printmaking by Sydney Stansfield. Art Exhibit runs February 3–March 9.
ARTIST STATEMENT
My artwork is born through joining the aspects that are the object of my obsession: our world history, language and symbolism. I love bringing themes of the old world and its artist, and giving it a modern feminine twist. By using techniques that have been part of the printmaking tradition of hundreds of years. The Art I make has the intention of establishing a connection between our technological immersed world and those humans of the past. The purpose is to find that common ground so that we don't forget who we are in the face of a fast changing world, I hope to do this by using the techniques of the past with modern motifs. I want to be a connection between a world long gone and our reality.
ARTIST BIO
From a very early age she expressed herself on diverse artistic outlets and inclinations. It is, however, after having lived in Europe that Sydney was transformed by its artistic influence. Finding herself immersed in a land full of remnants of history made her become enamored by medieval and renaissance art. Focusing on old techniques and connecting with the past. Sydney loves working with hands tools to crave out the canvas, hand-roll it and paint and imprint onto a blank page of possibilities. This connection inspires her to keep finding new ways to of assessing the human experience. Her art has been sold and displayed around the world.
AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |
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.
