The Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion presents Petals & Paintings an annual two-day exhibition (on view April 20 through 22, 2012) and museum fundraiser that features innovative floral displays created by award-winning floral designers from across the Midwest. The floral arrangements are in response to works in KAM’s permanent collection. The exhibition is curated by Rick Orr, a member of the American Institute of Floral Designers.
William Wegman Tall Hat, 2005 Pigment print, edition 12/15 55-1/4 x 41 1/4 inches Courtesy of the artist © William Wegman
This photograph by New York-based artist William Wegman will be raffled at the benefit reception for Krannert Art Museum’s annual fundraiser Petals & Paintings. Raffle tickets can be purchased individually for $25 or five for $100. Tickets are available for purchase in the museum’s offices on the second floor. The winning ticket will be drawn at the benefit reception (April 20). Need not be present to win.
Exhibition Programming
April 20
6:30 –9 pm: Museum Benefit Reception
Celebrate the opening night benefit reception, featuring art, flowers, and music, with hors d’oeuvres by Michaels’ Catering. Call 217 244 0516 for ticket information.
Sponsored by the Krannert Art Museum Council
April 21
9 am–5 pm: Exhibition open to the public
Docent-led tours 10 am–4 pm
April 22
12 –5 pm: Exhibition open to the public
Krannert Art Museum and Kinkead Pavilion
500 East Peabody Drive
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 333-1861
[email protected]
www.kam.illinois.edu