Exhibition

Drawing Matters explores the importance of drawing by hand in the current technological age where computer-aided design and photographic replication are so accessible. Cross-discipline by design, the exhibition includes drawings from the Museum’s collection, botanical and scientific illustrations, and engineering and architectural drawings. The Museum’s drawings range from the 18th to the 21st centuries and include a wide variety of styles from representational to abstract. The scientific illustrations will include taxonomic descriptions of species and how they are used in research and publication. Engineering and architectural sketches will be shown along with detailed plans, models, and/or photographs of completed projects.

View interactive PDF of Exhibition Catalog

Funding has been provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Press Release: "Drawing Matters" in Art and STEM

Image

Benjamin West (American, 1738-1820), Man Throwing Stone, c. 1785-1800, Red chalk on paper 10.25 x 12 in., Hofstra University Museum of Art, gift of Milton M. Gardner, HU89.41

IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAM
Drawing Matters Reception
Thursday, January 27, 2022, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Emily Lowe Hall, Behind Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus

Join us in celebrating the opening of the exhibition Drawing Matters.

Light refreshments will be served.
Admission is free.
RSVP required to 516.463.5672

IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAM
Drawing Across Disciplines
Wednesday, March 9, 2022, 6:00pm
Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus

A panel discussion from multiple perspectives about the importance and use of hand-drawing in numerous academic disciplines, particularly in this technological era. Focusing on topics such as observation and seeing, communication of ideas, visual problem solving, among others.

Admission is free.
RSVP required to 516.463.5672

IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAM
Slow Art Day
Saturday, April 2, 2022, 12:00-2:00 pm
Emily Lowe Hall, Behind Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus

The average museum visitor spends less than 30 seconds with each work of art. Why the rush? International Slow Art Day is a grassroots movement to support museums and art galleries around the world by empowering museum visitors to change their art-viewing experience. Together with our Museum staff, we invite you to engage in mindful looking – allowing for deeper reflection and a greater understanding of the work. Admission is $10 for the public and free for Museum members. Limited to 15 people. A light lunch will be provided.

RSVP required to 516.463.5672