Guest Gallery Talk: “Currents 39: LaToya M. Hobbs”
October 5, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
Bradley Family Gallery
Join Symphony D. Swan-Zawadi an in-depth exploration of the themes and topics in Currents 39: LaToya M. Hobbs, Carving Out Time. Swan-Zawadi is an interdisciplinary artist, storyteller, archivist, educator, and community advocate. Her artwork ranges from printmaking and painting to short films.
This drop-in experience is included with Museum admission and is free for Members. Admission tickets are available at the door or online.
About Symphony D. Swan-Zawadi
Symphony D. Swan-Zawadi is an interdisciplinary artist, storyteller, archivist, educator, and community advocate whose work centers on the intersection of art, education, and community. From her roles as a devoted K-8 art educator and school administrator to a senior executive in a nonprofit arts organization, Symphony has consistently empowered students and fostered community engagement through art. Now, as Manager of Public Initiatives at the Ruth Arts Foundation, she advocates nationally for the transformative power of art.
The Milwaukee Art Museum is grateful to its exhibition sponsors.
Image:
1. LaToya M. Hobbs (American, b. 1983), printed by BIG INK (founded 2012), Scene 4: Bedtime for the Boys (detail), from the series Carving Out Time, 2020–21. Purchase, with funds from the Lucia K. Stern Trust, Kevin Fahey and Ray Grzebielski Fund, Cory and Michelle Nettles, the African American Art Alliance, Brewers Community Foundation, Angela and Virgis Colbert, Print Forum, and Gregory and Lisa Wesley, M2023.282.4a-c. Image courtesy of LaToya M. Hobbs, artist, and Ariston Jacks, photographer
2. Headshot by Imani Stingley
