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Shahzia Sikander: Havah...to breathe, air, life
Opens at the University of Houston February 28
Artwork Preview: 5:00 p.m.
Artist Talk: 6:30 p.m.
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Public Art UHS proudly presents, Havah…to breathe, air, life, a temporary multimedia exhibition by globally recognized artist Shahzia Sikander (American, b. Pakistan, 1969). Featuring monumental outdoor works, the exhibition challenges traditional symbols of power, justice and female representation. The installation was co-commissioned by Madison Square Park Conservancy and Public Art UHS and was first exhibited in Madison Square Park in New York.
Havah…to breathe, air, life officially opens at University of Houston with a public reception and artist talk on February 28th beginning at 5:00p.m., and will remain on view at Cullen Family Plaza through October 2024. Save the date and join Public Art UHS for the opening celebration by RSVPing on our website today. As always, this program is free and open to everyone!
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Shahzia Sikander: Havah...to breathe, air, life
Opening Celebration & Artist Talk
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Wednesday, February 28
Artwork Preview 5:00 p.m. | Artist Talk 6:30 p.m.
University of Houston, Cullen Family Plaza
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Havah…to breathe, air, life officially opens at University of Houston with a celebration and artist talk on February 28th. The program begins with an artwork preview at 5:00 p.m, followed by a talk at 6:30 p.m where artist, Shahzia Sikander, will share insights into her artistic process, inspirations, and the stories behind her captivating work. This program is not to be missed!
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Symposium on Community Engagement & Experiential Learning
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Friday, February 2 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
University of Houston, M.D. Anderson Library
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Don't miss the Symposium on Community Engagement and Experiential Learning. Be sure to catch session two at 10:15 a.m., where Public Art UHS Education and Community Engagement Manager, Debra Barrera, will speak with experts on the topic of Team Science, Creativity, Community Engagement, and Experiential Learning at the National Science Foundation IUCRC BRAIN Center.
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Fragments of Fiction Concert: Electro-Acoustic Music & Public Art at MD Anderson Library
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Wednesday, February 7 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
University of Houston, M.D. Anderson Library
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Experience new electronic music by UH student composers, inspired by collection artworks on view at the MD Anderson Library including pieces by Randy Twaddle and Jim Sanborn. Join us for this unique musical journey presented in partnership with the Moores School of Music featuring compositions by Luke Brinkley, Jaime Morales, and Larry Penna.
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The Life and Legacy of Richard Hunt
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of esteemed American artist Richard Hunt in December 2023. Our journey with this prolific artist began in 1970 when Public Art UHS initiated a meaningful conversation to acquire his work. Today, we are honored to house one of his remarkable pieces, Firebird, 1978, within our collection at the UHCL campus.
In 1971, Richard Hunt made history as the first African-American sculptor to receive a retrospective at the Museum of Modern Art. His incredible legacy encompasses over 160 public sculpture commissions, more than 150 solo exhibitions, and representation in over 100 public museums worldwide. Visit our website to learn more about the impact of Hunt's contributions to the world of sculpture.
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Survival and Growth in John Biggers’ Salt Marsh
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of John Biggers' mural, Salt Marsh, 1997 through the insightful lens of Art History Graduate Student, Allison Young. In her essay, "Survival and Growth in John Biggers’ Salt Marsh," Young beautifully captures the essence of Biggers' artistic evolution and the mural's profound symbolism, weaving together themes of cultural heritage, environmental awareness, and the transformative power of art. Visit our website to read the essay and learn more about John Bigger's life and artistic legacy.
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This semester, we are offering six $450 scholarships to passionate UH undergraduates. Explore the fusion of art and science with STEAM Lab, a collaborative initiative by Public Art UHS and the UH STEM Center, generously funded by the CITE grant program. Join us in blending visual art and STEM learning through engaging tours and activities for local K-12 students by activating the public art collection at the University of Houston. Seize this opportunity to be a key player in bridging the gap between art and science, showcasing the creative practices that unite these two diverse fields of study. Visit our website to learn more and apply by March 1st, 2024.
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Art is all around us. Public Art UHS's programs and permanent collection of nearly 700 artworks span the four component universities of the UH System, reflecting and connecting our diverse communities.
Visit our website for visitor information and interactive maps of our artwork locations.
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Join the meaningful dialogue around art by following us on social media.
@PublicArtUHS #PublicArtUHS #ArtIsAllAroundUs
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Established in 1969, Public Art of the University of Houston System (Public Art UHS) is the oldest, most significant and only collecting arts organization within the University of Houston System, the fourth-largest university system in Texas. Through robust programing, publications, research and collection, it serves diverse communities throughout greater Houston and Southeast Texas as well as stakeholders including more than 74,000 students and nearly 10,000 faculty and staff from four distinct universities: University of Houston, University of Houston-Downtown, University of Houston-Clear Lake, and University of Houston-Victoria. Public Art UHS oversees the permanent collection of the four UH System universities, which is one of the most significant university-based art collections in the United States. Its programs and collection also span additional locations in Sugar Land (UH), Pearland (UHCL) and Katy (UH/UHV), making art available to millions of Texans.
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