WVII covers ‘#safetywork’ exhibit
WVII (Channel 7) reported on the “#safetywork” art exhibit that opened with an April 16 reception at the University of Maine’s IMRC Center featuring performance and works by local artists. The exhibit is the first to feature work by all female artists, according to WVII. Susan Smith, curator and a UMaine faculty member, told WVII the project began with testimonies of sexual harassment and domestic violence by 100 anonymous women. The quotes were printed on a quilt placed over a bed frame that covers the site where 100 black tulips were planted, representing the testimonies. The tulips and bed frame will be on display through May. UMaine student and artist Eleanor Kipping and assistant adjunct professor and artist Amy Pierce also provided comments for the story.