Stars Above, Earth Below: Astronomy in Grand Teton and the National Parks with Dr. Tyler Nordgren
Craig Thomas Discovery Center, July 29 1:00 P.M. - FREE
The national parks that protect our daytime enjoyment of the landscape around us, also protects our enjoyment of the sky above at night. A view of the stars and Milky Way overhead have become as rare as the view of glaciers, grizzlies, and giant mountains that bring millions of visitors to the parks every year. Through the pristine view of a starry sky at night we learn about where our planet has come from, where it is going, and how cultures all over the Earth and throughout history have understood the universe in which we live. Come learn about the world of astronomy visible every day and night in the parks with Dr. Tyler Nordgren, astronomer, photographer, and author of the new book “Stars Above, Earth Below: A guide to Astronomy in the National Parks.”
Photo Credit: Tyler Nordgren
Photo Credit: Tyler Nordgren
Dr. David Grinspoon - IS THERE ART ON OTHER PLANETS?
July 30th, Teton County Library, 7:30 P.M. - FREE
In this talk I will examine the role of our expanding awareness of other planetary environments in changing human perceptions through the playful question "Is there art on other planets." What does it mean that our aesthetic sensibilities, honed by biological and cultural evolution here on Earth, respond so powerfully to imagery from other worlds whose landscapes have never been seen by creatures from our planet? Given what we know about the environments of other planets, and the evolution of life and mind on Earth, is it likely that complex intellects have evolved elsewhere in the universe? If so, will they have art? How will we respond to the work of their artists, and who will represent them in the galleries of the future?
Cosmorphology: An exhibit of new works by Denver-based artists Monica Petty Aiello and Tyler Aiello.
Diehl Gallery, 155 West Broadway, Jackson, WY 83001
Opening reception on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Collectors are invited to write 10% of the acquisition cost of works in this show directly to Center of Wonder.
For more information call Diehl Gallery at 307-733-0905
About Monica Petty Aiello and Tyler Aiello:
Monica Petty Aiello has studied the moons of Jupiter through her work with noted space scientists involved with the Voyager, Galileo, Cassini and New Horizons missions. In 2007, she attended a NASA conference - Ices, Oceans and Fire - which inspired further investigation of two Jovian satellites, Io and Europa. While teaching in California last year, Monica was able to work directly with scientific experts who helped her dissect their bizarre geology.
Sculptor Tyler Aiello’s metal work is based on mathematics, biology and botany.He is known for his elegant metal sculpture that blends his interest in science and natural forms, with a love of process and materials. His sculptures are evocative of organic shapes - plants, flowers, buds, blooms, and his newest Seed works hang suspended - floating and emitting shadows and light. He has exhibited the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, the Foothills Art Center, the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities, as well as at many regional galleries.
Diehl Gallery, 155 West Broadway, Jackson, WY 83001
Opening reception on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Collectors are invited to write 10% of the acquisition cost of works in this show directly to Center of Wonder.
For more information call Diehl Gallery at 307-733-0905
About Monica Petty Aiello and Tyler Aiello:
Monica Petty Aiello has studied the moons of Jupiter through her work with noted space scientists involved with the Voyager, Galileo, Cassini and New Horizons missions. In 2007, she attended a NASA conference - Ices, Oceans and Fire - which inspired further investigation of two Jovian satellites, Io and Europa. While teaching in California last year, Monica was able to work directly with scientific experts who helped her dissect their bizarre geology.
Sculptor Tyler Aiello’s metal work is based on mathematics, biology and botany.He is known for his elegant metal sculpture that blends his interest in science and natural forms, with a love of process and materials. His sculptures are evocative of organic shapes - plants, flowers, buds, blooms, and his newest Seed works hang suspended - floating and emitting shadows and light. He has exhibited the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, the Foothills Art Center, the Arvada Center for Arts and Humanities, as well as at many regional galleries.