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Known best for her abstract expressionism, Joan Mitchell is one of the most influential contemporary artists with her career spanning from the 1950s to the 1990s.
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“Joan Mitchell: Uncovering 100 Years” is a fascinating look at the complexities behind art restoration

Along with celebrating the artistry of Joan Mitchell, the Fralin exhibit also centers the process of restoring the artwork itself. The process of restoring paintings works on a case by case basis with the amount of restoration differing based on the desired outcome. Some paintings only require minor tweaks to stop them from deteriorating, while other curators want these restorations to restore paintings to their original visual look.


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Since the Contemplative Commons opening April 4, the building has hosted events for the University community. Sam Cole, Commons’ Assistant Director of Student Engagement, discusses how the Contemplative Sciences Center is molding itself to meet students’ needs and provide a wide range of opportunities for students to discover contemplative practices that can help them thrive at the University.