In this talk sponsored by the Ulrich Museum, Dr. Emmanuel Ortega, from the University of Illinois-Chicago, will provide an art historical overview of artist Justin Favela’s career at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 in 210 McKnight Art Center, highlighting the key moments that led to the creation of the installation currently on display: “Everything Must Go! Justin Favela’s Close Out, Blow Out, Re-Grand Opening.”
As Favela’s longtime friend and collaborator, Ortega brings a deep understanding of the artist’s work and offers unique insights into the hidden layers of meaning within the artist’s paper-based sculptures and installations. Everyone is welcome.