In this tour of the MIA, we'll look at works that portray bodies in unusual ways, focusing NOT on each piece as art, but on how it makes us rethink the human body and its relation to self and identity. We'll examine what society considers "normal" and what it deems "monstrous," breaking down and questioning those categories—and creating art in response to it. We'll end at the cafe with writing prompts inspired by our discussion. Volunteers will have the opportunity to share a bit of their new art-and-the-body-inspired writing.

Saturday, November 9th, 2019, 1pm -- 3pm

Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55406
Meet in the first floor lobby, near the desk.

This event is free but registration (below) is required.

MIA visitor guidelines can be found here: https://new.artsmia.org/visit/policies-guidelines-accessibility-and-inclusion/

For all other questions, contact me at allisonwyss@gmail.com.



*Allison Wyss is a fiscal year 2019 recipient of an Artist Initiative grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.