BabsonARTS Fall 2022 by Babson College

FALL 2022

“Art in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.” —Stephen Sondheim

Gati Aher, Storying Our Selves, Photo by Liese Jones Cover Photo: Works by artist Heidi Cheris

Shelter in Place: Paintings by Heidi Cheris ARTIST TALK AND RECEPTION Wednesday, September 7, 5:00 P.M. (EST) FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org EXHIBIT ON VIEW SEPTEMBER 8–OCTOBER 21, M-F 9:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. (EST) Hollister Gallery Shelter in Place features the work of Newton artist and interior designer, Heidi Cheris. Her work as a designer inspires this series of fabric still life paintings. During the COVID lockdown, she was stuck at home and surrounded by her collection of decorative fabric swatches in her studio. She started sorting through them, arranging them into compositions. To create a vibrant patchwork on the canvas, she juxtaposes the fabrics in color, light and pattern. The brilliantly hued layered swatches feature a tension between ﬂattened and rendered forms. Checks, dots, ﬂorals, geometrics, and stripes compete and harmonize to create a lively surface of rhythms and textures. Artist’s Website: heidicheris.com

Ernesto Galen: Creating Dynamic and Powerful Videos Arts and Business Conversation

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 11:00 A.M. (EST) Sorenson Upper Lobby FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org Ernesto Galen is a Boston based filmmaker, producer, and director. His work spans commercial and promotional videos for major arts organizations and institutions to more artistic endeavors such as music videos, films, and documentary projects. Some of his long time clients include Boston Ballet, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Institute of Contemporary Art Boston, Berklee College of Music, and Babson College. Whether you are interested in filmmaking or want to learn about how businesses can optimize video creation to drive success and connection with their target audience come join the conversation with this amazing artist.

Soe Lin Post: Graphic Design and Branding as Creator to Collaborator Arts and Business Conversation FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 11:00 A.M. (EST) Sorenson Upper Lobby FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org

Myanmar-born designer, Soe Lin Post, is the Director of Design at Wellesley College, developing and maintaining Wellesley College’s brand standards and personality. You have also seen his work on promotional materials for BabsonARTS, where we rely on Soe Lin’s keen eye and aesthetic as a designer. Soe Lin will share his experiences working with various types of clients – from large corporations, midsize educational institutions, and small startup businesses – looking to elevate their brand visibility and recognition. He will also share how to establish good relationships and how to collaborate with freelance designers or design agencies to get what you need successfully and efficiently.

Global Film: FLEE Directed by Jonas Poher Rasmussen Monday, October 17, 7:00 P.M. (EST) Carling-Sorenson Theater FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org FLEE tells the extraordinary true story of a man haunted by a painful secret that he has kept hidden for twenty years, one that threatens to derail the comfortable life that he has built for himself. Forced to leave his home country of Afghanistan as a young child, Amin now grapples with how his past will affect his future in Denmark. In this award-winning animated documentary, he looks back over his life, opening up for the first time about his past, his family, and his acceptance of his sexuality. A poignant story about the search for identity and a sense of belonging, FLEE insists on the need to confront personal and communal history in order to move forward. Post-film discussion will be held immediately following the screening. Co-presented by the Global Film Series and the Arts and Humanities Division.

Waterline Reading Series Showcase Wednesday, October 26, 5:00 P.M. (EST) Glavin Family Chapel FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org Waterline features a fast-paced hour of literary works from Babson College faculty and staff fiction writers, poets, and essayists. The selection is always intriguing and often includes works in progress not yet in publication. Recently featured authors: Ellen Argyros, Steve Bauer, Mary O’Donoghue, Melissa Leonard, Wes Miller, Mary Pinard, and Elizabeth Young. Co-presented with the Arts and Humanities Division. Photo by Preston Whelchel

Branching: Light and Form ARTIST TALK AND RECEPTION Thursday, November 3, 5:00 P.M. (EST) FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org EXHIBIT ON VIEW November 3–January 6, M-F 9:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. (EST) Hollister Gallery

Branching: Light and Form is a series of paintings exploring the way light and color play upon and through branches and leaves. They are meant to portray the feeling of being in the presence of trees as the wind blows the branches and leaves and the light filters through; when something as intangible as light appears to change the shape and color of something solid. These pieces are part of a continued exploration of branches and roots in which Tamblyn has used painting, drawing, and printmaking to present various observations of trees, often focusing on twisting branches, exposed roots, and weather-worn driftwood. Tamblyn Gawley Griffiths began focusing on trees while earning her BFA in the Buffalo NY area. She continued to develop this interest during her MFA in Seattle, Fulbright grant in New Zealand, and now in Eastern Massachusetts. Her artwork has been exhibited throughout the US, and in Italy, New Zealand, and China. Artist’s Website: tamblyngawley.com

Babson Music Collective Concert Monday, December 5, 7:00 P.M. (EST) Carling-Sorenson Theater FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org The Babson Music Collective is rooted in the jazz traditions of improvisation and creative expression. The group finds inspiration in a range of musical styles, from pop and afrobeat, to classic jazz standards. Drawing on each member’s personal playing style and experiences, the Collective creates unique arrangements for all of the music it plays. The Babson Music Collective performs at a number of concerts and events throughout the year, with the goal of fostering a community of Babson’s many student musicians and listeners.

Photo by Nile Hawver/Nile Scott Studios

The Screening Room Carling-Sorenson Theater FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org

DUNE (2021) DIRECTED BY DENIS VILLENEUVE Sunday, October 16, 1:00 P.M. (EST)

BabsonARTS continues this series to bring interesting and fun movies to enjoy in the Carling-Sorenson Theater. This semester The Screening Room series is built around movies you need to see on the big screen to appreciate the joy of the music and animation, for the sweeping cinematography, or for the larger than life action and adventure.

Rated PG-13. Run time 155 minutes.

Made possible in part by the Stearns Memorial Film Society Fund.

A mythic and emotionally charged hero’s journey, “Dune” tells the story of Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, who must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conﬂict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence – a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s greatest potential – only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

ENCANTO (2021) DIRECTED BY JARED BUSH, BYRON HOWARD, CHARISE CASTRO SMITH Sunday, September 18, 1:00 P.M. (EST) Rated PG. Run time 99 minutes. Deep in the Columbian mountains, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret. Each member of the family is able to perform magic. Yet at the heart of the family is 15-year-old Mirabel, who does not seem to possess any unusual abilities. Faced with this harsh reality, Mirabel struggles to reconcile her place within her family while searching for who she truly is.

Just in time for the release of Dune: Part II in theaters, come watch Part I on the big screen!

UNCHARTED (2022) DIRECTED BY RUBEN FLEISCHER Sunday, November 20, 1:00 P.M. (EST) Rated PG-13. Run time 116 minutes. Street-smart Nathan Drake is recruited by seasoned treasure hunter Victor “Sully” Sullivan to recover a fortune amassed by Ferdinand Magellan, and lost 500 years ago by the House of Moncada. What starts out as a heist soon becomes a globetrotting, white-knuckle race to reach the prize.

Visual Arts Workshops BabsonARTS workshops provide opportunities to explore creativity and are open to Babson, Olin, and Wellesley students, faculty, and staff only. Space may be limited and walk-ins will be dependent on available space and materials.

Squiggles Share

Acrylic Paint Pour

Wednesday, September 14, 5:00 P.M.–7:00 P.M. (EST)

Monday, October 3, 5:00 P.M.–7:00 P.M. (EST)

2D/3D Studio (Trim 215)

FREE. No registration needed

FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org

Creativity is a balance between what you can and can’t control. When presented with tools or obstacles, creative people seek ways to use them uniquely to achieve something great. Squiggle Shares is all about making something out of nothing. From thoughtless lines, drawn with closed eyes or by someone else, artwork can be discovered and drawn. This drop-in workshop will be led by Taylor Lunt ’24 who has used this exercise for years to improve drawing skills, release stress, tap into a different part of the brain, and just have fun. All materials will be provided. No experience necessary. Taylor will demonstrate examples and answer questions on this unique way of creating art. Squiggles will also be available in the BabsonARTS office throughout the semester for students to continue the exercise.

Create a beautiful abstract painting without a brush! Participants will play with color and the ﬂuid quality of paint to create a unique piece of artwork with dramatic and contemporary results. No experience required. Materials and instruction will be provided.

Resin Coasters & Trinkets Monday, November 7, 5:00 P.M.–7:00 P.M. (EST) 2D/3D Studio (Trim 215) FREE. Reservations required at babsonarts.org Using a clear epoxy and various items, participants will create coasters and trinkets limited only by their imagination. All materials and instruction will be provided. No experience necessary. While a variety of items will be provided to embed in the coasters and molds, participants are encouraged to bring small tokens to personalize their pieces. Organic materials must be dried and moisture-free for best results.

Student Arts Clubs There are amazing and talented student artists at Babson. These are just a few of the student-led groups that perform and create on campus. To learn about other clubs and organizations on campus, visit belong.babson.edu

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AMAN

The Babson Players

AMAN exists to increase awareness surrounding the countries comprising South Asia through unification of the diverse people, culture, and languages. Performance date will be announced during the fall semester. @amanbabson @amanbabson

The Babson Players produce, perform, promote, and create a space for unity in the living arts for members of the Babson community and surrounding public primarily through the production of professional, highquality theater including plays, musicals, and other theatrical projects. Performance dates: November 10–12.

Babson College Radio

@BabsonPlayers @babsonPlayers

Babson College Radio provides a platform and support for students to create content such as talk shows, podcasts, music streams, open mics, and concerts for the Babson community. @babsonradio @babsonradio

Babson Asian Pacific Student Association BAPSA is an Asian cultural student organization for undergraduates. All students are welcome to find a tight-knit community, connect on the basis of Asian heritage, or to simply learn more about various Asian cultures. East Meets West Performance: November 3. @BabsonAsianPacificStudentAssociation @babsonbapsa

Babson Dance Ensemble BDE is a student organization that produces a dance concert each semester showcasing the talented dancers and choreographers of Babson and is one of the largest student-run organizations on campus. Performance dates: December 1-3. @babsondance @babsondanceensemble

CREATE CREATE is a collective of artistic Babson students who enjoy making things together. We regularly host events embracing all forms of artistic mediums and expressions. @createinthestudio @createinthestudio

Film Association of Babson, Olin, Wellesley FABOW is dedicated to bringing film enthusiasts together for film screenings, collaborative projects, speaker events, and more. Whether you are interested in a career in the entertainment industry or simply love watching movies, FABOW is here to support you. Film Association of Babson, Olin, Wellesley @faofbow

Rocket Pitches, a cappella group The Rocket Pitches are Babson’s premiere acapella group. Featuring voices from all class years and performing pop, folk, and classic music, the Rocket Pitches bring vocal performance to the Babson stage and beyond. Performance date: December 4. @babsonrocketpitches @rocketpitches

Students Against Gravity, Improv SAG specializes in short form improv, and has been making the Babson community laugh since 2016. Students of all levels of experience are welcome to join us for weekly practices and monthly shows throughout the semester. Performance dates will be announced in the fall. @SAGBabson @sagbabson

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BabsonARTS events take place on the picturesque campus of Babson College, an independent college located in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Babson is a recognized national and international leader in entrepreneurship education, blending innovative, integrated, and applied business and liberal arts programs.

Support for BabsonARTS programs is made possible through the ongoing generosity of Richard W. Sorenson M ’68, P ’97, ’00, and Sandra L. Sorenson P ’98, ’00, and other donations from alumni and patrons.

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