An exhibit at UL ĒąÉ¬Ö±²„ās DuprĆ© Library entitled āLife of Artā features the work of ĒąÉ¬Ö±²„ resident Jean Rosen. Original paintings, sketches and other works accompany photographs, text and memorabilia that explain Rosenās evolution as an artist and the influences on her work.
Originally from Bethesda, Md., Rosen earned a masterās degree in art from American University in Washington, DC. She spent time as an adult in ĒąÉ¬Ö±²„, Calif., where she became interested in zydeco music. She moved to ĒąÉ¬Ö±²„, La., seven years ago to pursue her interests in art and music. A 2007 show at DuprĆ© Library focused on Rosenās interest in zydeco music and musicians.
In the current exhibit, Rosen traces her art from its early roots in her childhood, bringing together recurring images and demonstrating her artistic development. The exhibit starts at the library entrance and continues down the main hall on the first floor. The right side of the exhibit focuses on the roots of Rosenās artwork, while the left side is devoted to images and influences of Acadiana.
Rosen has exhibited works at Columbia University, Alabama State University, the Zigler Museum, the Masur Museum and the Berkeley Art Center. Many of the works in the current exhibit were in a 1994 solo show at John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, Calif. Her painting āĒąÉ¬Ö±²„ Alive 2005ā was selected for the Southern Open Biennial.
The Rosen exhibit is free and open to the public. It will continue through the end of January. Call 482-2665 for library hours.
For more information, contact Andrea Flockton, Special Projects Librarian, at 482-6677.