DIA presents William Kentridge on Tuesday March 17 at 7 pm

March 15, 5:47 AMSoutheast MI Home & Living ExaminerJackie DiGiovanni

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The loved and renowned artist William Kentridge is speaking at the Detroit Institute of Art on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 pm. According to the DIA:

In South Africa and throughout the United Kingdom, Kentridge is a noted playwright, actor and producer whose work focuses on human rights and African politics. Although he is considered among the most accomplished print makers in the world, it is his animated films that have won high critical acclaim.

Each animated film is made from a limited number of still drawings. Kentridge photographs a drawing, moves or alters it slightly, and re-photographs it. As he works, layers of charcoal build a rich ground for each subsequent drawing as the page becomes a palimpsest (a document that has been overwritten) that shadows the history of a particular image.

The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6 pm. Following Kentridge's presentation, there will be a dinner. Tickets for the cocktail reception only are $30. Tickets for both the reception and dinner are $100. Call 313-833-4020 for information.

Programs at the DIA are made possible with support from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the City of Detroit. Art and culture is a vital part of our lives. Do what you can to support the Arts!

Enjoy this video (4:40 minutes) of Kentridge at work:

Enjoy this video (8:49 minutes) titled Felix in Exile that combines his drawings with animation:

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