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exhibition Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon April 12, 2008 to October 19, 2008 Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon examines the development of robot iconography in fine art over the past 50 years. In 1920, the term robot was coined from a Czech word robota, which means tedious labor. Since then, the image and the idea of a robot have evolved remarkably from an awkward, mechanical creature to a sophisticated android with artificial intelligence and the potential for human-like consciousness. As robotic technology catches up with the wild imagination of science fiction novels, movies, and animation, dreams and fears anticipated in these stories may also become reality. Artists included in the exhibition have responded to the technological innovation with optimism, pessimism, and humor, presenting work that ultimately explores our ambivalent attitudes towards robots. Download the iPod Tour for this exhibition at iTunes. exhibition Fred Spratt: Color and Space February 16, 2008 to July 6, 2008 Fred Spratt's paintings are studies of intensity, flatness, saturation, and hue. His largely monochromatic square and rectangular works respond to Minimalism, an extreme form of non-representational art that emerged in the late 1960s. Using colors ranging from vibrant orange to muted grey, Spratt investigates the properties of his materials demonstrating the endless invention possible with limited means. Viewed as a whole, his paintings create a scintillating interaction of color and space. exhibition Line on the Loose: A Hassel Smith Memorial Exhibition February 23, 2008 to May 18, 2008 Hassel Smith (1915-2007) was one of the most influential Abstract Expressionist painters in San Francisco during the seminal years of the late 1940s and 1950s. Teaching at the California School of Fine Arts (CSFA; now the San Francisco Art Institute) alongside Clyfford Still and Mark Rothko, Smith developed a spontaneous, jazz-inspired style of gestural abstraction. Smith’s approach differed from the solemn sensibility of his peers with an exuberant, lightening-fast draftsmanship that led San Francisco Chronicle critic Allan Temko to describe his canvases as “Thunderbolt Paintings.” member event April and May Members Events March 18, 2008 to May 20, 2008 Family Art-Making Day April 6, 11am–4pm Free, with Museum admission Join us for this special art-making event for children and youth, led by SJMA Education Department staff. Free with Museum admission. Sponsored by University Arts Center. Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon Exclusive Members Reception April 11 7-9pm Free admission; membership required Enjoy refreshments and entertainment while being the first to see this exciting exhibition. Each card-holding member may bring one guest; no rsvp is necessary. Kids’ Summer Art Camp Priority Registration week April 14 – 18 Members at Dual/Family level and higher may reserve places at this year’s Kids Summer Art Camps, taking place July 28 – August 1 & August 4 – 8; reserve at membership@sjmusart.org or 408.271.6867. 5th Annual Jewelry Show and Auction Exclusive Members Preview April 17 6-9pm Free admission; membership required Enjoy refreshments, entertainment and the best selection of jewelry from our popular benefit event. Each card-holding member may bring one guest; reserve at membership@sjmusart.org or 408.271.6867. Representing Robots: Lecture by JoAnne Northrup, Senior Curator May 8 6-8pm Free admission; membership required This lecture traces the iconography of the robot from 18th century automatons through up-to-the minute artworks, highlighting the implications of this futuristic yet nostalgic genre of visual culture. Each cardholding member may bring a guest; reserve at membership@sjmusart.org or 408.271.6867. Studio Slam: Robots Tuesday, May 1, 6-9pm Free, Young Professional members and guests This hip art-making workshop is led by artist Lisa Solomon, whose work is featured in the exhibition Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon. Check the website, and your email, in early April for more details.

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