McDonough Museum to host live artist demonstration with Julia Betts

YSU’s McDonough Museum of Art invites the community to witness a live artist demonstration with guest Julia Betts Thursday, December 18, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.

Betts, currently Artist-in-Residence with the event’s sponsor, Akron Soul Train, is recognized for her innovative pour-process technique that transforms paint into sculptural form. During this interactive demonstration, attendees will gain insight into her artistic approach, have the chance to ask questions, and view a pop-up installation of her work created exclusively for this one-night-only event.

Following the demonstration, guests are invited to enjoy light refreshments while meeting the artist and connecting with fellow community members.

Betts is an Ohio-based artist whose practice spans sculpture, performance, and installation. Her work has been exhibited nationally in solo shows at Unsmoke Systems (Pittsburgh, PA) and DDDD Pictures (New York, NY), as well as group exhibitions at the Flux Factory (New York, NY) and the Space Gallery (Pittsburgh, PA). A recipient of prestigious residencies, including Yaddo, the Millay Colony for the Arts, and the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, Betts was featured in Women of the Rustbelt as part of the 50 Women Project. Her work has appeared in “BOMB Magazine,” “Two Coats of Paint,” and “Femme Art Review.” She holds a B.A. in studio arts from the University of Pittsburgh and an M.F.A. in sculpture from the Rhode Island School of Design. Betts currently serves as an adjunct professor at Carnegie Mellon University.

Admission to this event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the Wick Avenue Deck (M30) for a $5 fee payable in cash only.