SUMA Observations & Conversations

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SUMA Observations & Conversations

Southern Utah Museum of Art invites you to learn more about our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions through interviews with artists, curators, and staff.

  1. The Shaping of an Artist: A Conversation with Kelvin Yazzie

    SEP 23

    The Shaping of an Artist: A Conversation with Kelvin Yazzie

    Join us for a conversation with our Director of Curatorial Affairs, Becky Bloom, and Kelvin Yazzie, a ceramic artist and SUU alumnus. They dive into Kelvin’s origin story, beginning with his childhood on the Navajo Reservation in Church Rock, New Mexico, where he herded sheep, caught things on fire, and played with mud. As his story takes shape, Kelvin discusses how he finds fulfillment in the arts, as well as the impact special people had on his journey–mentors, students, his mother–each leaving their mark on his path as an artist.  If you’d like to read more about Kelvin and his work, check out the article linked here. Enjoy the episode!

    1h 21m
  2. Behind the Podcast: Meet the Student Producer

    APR 19

    Behind the Podcast: Meet the Student Producer

    This episode gives a behind the scenes look at the work it takes to produce our podcast, Observations & Conversations. For this episode, we sat down with Lisa Hardy, our student producer since August 2023. Lisa provides insight into her approach to tell stories through podcasting. We also talk about the unexpected moment we learned SUMA was selected to present at the virtual MuseumNext Digital Summit, in March 2024. Lisa will be moving on to a position with the Center for Railroad Photography & Art in Madison, Wisconsin. We wish Lisa all the best in her future!

    34 min
  3. Step into the Stillman Sculpture Court

    APR 10

    Step into the Stillman Sculpture Court

    In this episode, we sit down with SUMA’s Executive Director, Jessica Kinsey, to discuss an important part of our permanent collection, The Stillman Sculpture Court. We chatted about the changes that have taken place since the opening of SUMA and The Beverley Center in 2016, including new sculpture additions and updates to the overall design and landscaping. These changes have created a place of exploration, discovery, and contemplation that allows visitors to think about how they might see themselves reflected in the art.  The Stillman Sculpture Court guide can be found here. Click the link for more information about the 2024 Director's Trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. A most sincere thank you to the many supporters who helped make the sculpture court a reality: Larry and Liane Stillman family, Cedar Band Corporation, Cedar Livestock and Heritage Festival, Friends of SUMA, Iron County, Southern Utah University, Allan Houser Foundation, and Donna Law. We are also grateful to SUU Facilities for their efforts to beautifully maintain the sculpture court.

    38 min
  4. Graphic Design: From the Classroom to the Museum

    FEB 21

    Graphic Design: From the Classroom to the Museum

    In this episode, we sit down with SUMA’s Graphic Designers, DJ Wilson and Emily Loertscher. Our discussion focuses on how our team plays a big role in creating work for SUMA that you see in our exhibitions, events, promotions, and more. You will hear about what our students are learning in the classroom at Southern Utah University, and how they apply it to the work they do at the museum.  Our hope is that after listening to this episode, you’ll have a new appreciation for the work that our designers do everyday. Next time you come to the museum take time to notice the design work.

    47 min
  5. Accessibility Efforts at SUMA

    JAN 26

    Accessibility Efforts at SUMA

    Making a museum accessible has become a popular topic of discussion throughout museums worldwide. In this episode, we share the varied accessibility efforts being made at SUMA. Our very own Alyssa Thomas, SUMA’s Coordinator of Visitor Experience, has done great work making our space more welcoming and inclusive for all visitors. Alyssa shares the importance of continuous advocacy for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which faced national legislative opposition in 2018, however, did not get enough votes to pass. Join our host, Emily Ronquillo, and Alyssa, as they also discuss 'Breaking Barriers', a state-wide accessibility training in Utah (provided by the Utah Division of Arts and Museums), and why accessibility should be at the forefront of our efforts at SUMA. We found the following articles to add additional context to our conversation. We’ve also included a link for information about the Utah Division of Arts and Museums training 'Breaking Barriers': MuseumNext: Making Museums Accessible to Those With Disabilities American Alliance of Museums: Museum Accessibility: An Art and a Science NPR: The ADA was a victory for the disabled community, but we need more. My life shows why Utah Division of Arts and Museums: Breaking Barriers

    45 min
  6. Audio Guide: L. Robert Gardner, Architect: Cedar City Mid-Century Modern

    12/01/2023

    Audio Guide: L. Robert Gardner, Architect: Cedar City Mid-Century Modern

    Learn more about the exhibition, L. Robert Gardner Architect: Cedar City Mid-Century Modern, by listening to this audio guide by curator, Dr. Becky Bloom.   L. Robert Gardner Architect: Cedar City Mid-Century Modern is on exhibition at Southern Utah Museum of Art through March 2, 2024. Audio Guide –     Introduction - 00:00.00 - 00:49.146 L. Robert Gardner, Architect -  00:50.056 -  02:53.506 A Modernist Campus -  02:56.115 - 05:19.970 Gardner’s Mid-century Modern Homes - 05.23.814 - 07:47.808 Thank You for Visiting -  07:48.000

    8 min
  7. Audio Guide: BRUTAL DC

    11/30/2023

    Audio Guide: BRUTAL DC

    Follow along with SUMA’s Director of Curatorial Affairs, Dr. Becky Bloom, as she guides visitors through the exhibition BRUTAL DC, guest curated by Dr. Angela Person and photographer Ty Cole.   BRUTAL DC is on exhibition at Southern Utah Museum of Art through March 2, 2023.      Audio Guide –     Welcome and Introduction - 00:00.00 - 00:55.127 What is Brutalism? -  0:55.799 -  03:25.007   Explore the Timeline -  03:26.284 - 03:39.681   BRUTAL DC, Past Present and Future - 03:41.374 - 06:58.149 Weaver Building  - 06:59.996 - 09:59.991 Lauinger Library - 10:00.994 - 12:37.481 Forrestal Building - 12:37.983 - 15:22.082 Euram Building - 15:23.819 - 18:21.706 FBI Headquarters  -  18:23.479 - 21:12.013 Hirshhorn Museum - 21:14.240 - 23:56.704 DC Metro - 23:59.227 - 26:48.625 Humphrey Building - 26:49.368 - 29:07.364 Thank You for Visiting - 29:08.429

    29 min
  8. Can Brutalism Bring Artists, Architects, and Engineers Together?

    10/25/2023

    Can Brutalism Bring Artists, Architects, and Engineers Together?

    Why would we want to discuss brutalism and mid-century modern architecture with an architect and two engineers? Because we believe in learning about approaching art and design from a variety of perspectives and backgrounds. Brutalism seemed like a perfect fit for us to bring in experts and find where connections could be found and also how we see art differently. Our hope is that listeners will be inspired to step outside their comfort zones and start having discussions of their own with people with different perspectives and expertise. We all walked away from our discussion with broader understandings of brutalism, and hopefully, you will too. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Becky Bloom, Assistant Director of Curatorial Affairs at SUMA, Dr. Matthew Roberts SUU Associate Dean of the College of Engineering and Computational Sciences, Mark Harris Structural Engineer and Senior Principal with Reaveley Engineers, and Chad Neilson CEO, Design Principal, MHTN Architects.

    52 min
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Southern Utah Museum of Art invites you to learn more about our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions through interviews with artists, curators, and staff.

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  • Creator
    Southern Utah Museum of Art
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Southern Utah Museum of Art
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    SUMA Observations & Conversations

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