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Feminist And . . .
Mattress Factory  [ venue info ]
9/8/2012 through 5/26/2013

Hilary Robinson, an art professor at Carnegie-Mellon University, has curated this exhibition exploring feminism in relation to wide-ranging views on societal issues as expressed by women artists.

The goal is to present new work by women artists from throughout the world whose artistic practice shows that feminism is not a single-issue set of politics but will demonstrate that feminism is, in fact, multi-vocal, multi-generational and multi-cultural.

For more information, call (412) 231-3169.

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Consciousness
Pittsburgh Glass Center  [ venue info ]
2/1/2013 through 6/16/2013

This exhibition showcases the innovative works of Korean-born glass artist Eunsuh Choi.

Choi is a portrait artist, whose flameworked pieces are personal narratives, portraits of her own moments of growth. Through her work, she hopes that viewers will reflect on their own dreams and aspirations.

For more information, call (412) 365-2145.

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A Kind Of Alchemy: Medieval Persian Ceramics
Frick Art & Historical Center  [ venue info ]
2/23/2013 through 6/16/2013

This exhibition offers a beautiful and fascinating look at the diversity of ceramics made in ancient Persia (what is now present-day Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan).

Produced for both the luxury and middle-class markets, these vessels, bowls, pitchers and bottles reflect numerous cultural and artistic influences and an aesthetic sensibility that seems startling modern.

For more information, call (412) 371-0600.

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A Kind Of Alchemy: Medieval Persian Ceramics
Frick Art & Historical Center  [ venue info ]
2/23/2013 through 6/16/2013

This exhibit showcases a beautiful and fascinating look at the diversity of ceramics made in ancient Persia (what is now present-day Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan).

From 10th-century splashware, buffware and slip-painted ware to lusterware and 14th-century fritware, the objects illustrate the influence of Chinese porcelains, as well as typical Islamic abstraction, calligraphy and imagery inspired by forms in nature.

For more information, call (412) 371-0600.

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What We Collect: Recent Art Acquisitions, 2007-2012
Hunt Institute For Botanical Documentation (CMU)  [ venue info ]
3/22/2013 through 6/30/2013

This selection of recent acquisitions to the Art Department of the Hunt Institute, from the early 19th century through the present, will be placed in the context of the Institute's collection practices and the history of botanical illustration.

For more information, call (412) 268-2434.

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Kevin Turner: New Work
Society For Contemporary Craft Satellite Gallery (One Mellon Center)  [ venue info ]
3/25/2013 through 6/2/2013

On display are incredible pieces of porcelain created by artist Kevin Turner that are delicate, light and airy.

Kevin Turner is an artist and professor at Indiana University Of Pennsylvania. His work often refers to the characteristics of the landscape, as well as the xenomorphic images and shapes created upon it, or the fingerprint, so to speak, that is left behind.

This satellite gallery is located inside the building's subway station. For more information, call (412) 261-7003.

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Japan Is The Key
Carnegie Museum Of Art  [ venue info ]
3/30/2013 through 7/21/2013

This exhibition presents highlights from Carnegie Museum Of Art’s significant collection of iconic Japanese woodblock prints in an entirely new way, uniting them with Carnegie Museum Of Natural History’s holdings of exquisite Japanese carved ivories.

These collections were formed in the early years of the 20th century, motivated by European and North American acceptance of Japan as an emerging modern power and the aesthetic appeal of Japanese art to artists and collectors.

For more information, call (412) 622-3131.

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Garden Of Light: Works By Paula Crevoshay
Carnegie Museum Of Natural History  [ venue info ]
4/13/2013 through 8/11/2013

Featuring nearly 70 fine art jewelry pieces by award-winning designer Paula Crevoshay, this exhibition showcases designs inspired by nature and created from precious raw materials, including gold, opal, sapphire, and incredibly rare conch pearls.

From a magnificent orchid pendant to a tiny spider pin, these one-of-a-kind pieces celebrate the beauty and interdependencies of the animal, plant, and mineral kingdoms.

For more information, call (412) 622-3131.

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International Images Student Art Show
International Images  [ venue info ]
4/19/2013 through 5/25/2013

With an eclectic mix of pieces, this exhibition showcases the work of local artists who are currently enrolled or have recently graduated from college.

For more information, call (412) 741-3036.

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Butterfly Forest
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens  [ venue info ]
4/20/2013 through 9/2/2013

Come to Phipps' historic Stove Room where fragrant, bug-frinedly blooms add an aromatic element to an already delightful experience.

Be sure to look out for yellow & black striped Zebra Longwings, orange & black western Pennsylvania Monarchs and more as you explore the garden.

For more information, call (412) 622-6914.

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