Buffalo host
Kelly Atkinson
Mizin Shin
February 14, 8:30am - 10:00am EST. Hosted at Central Library
About the speaker
Born and raised in South Korea, Mizin Shin graduated from Hong-ik University with a B.F.A in Printmaking and received her M.F.A from University at Buffalo. She is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Art & Art History at the University of Rochester.
Shin’s work has been shown regionally and nationally at institutions across the United States. She was awarded the 2017 Graduate Student Fellowship from the Southern Graphics Council International, as well as the juror’s award at Brand 45 Works on Paper, 45th Annual National Exhibition of Works on Paper. Mizin Shin is a co-founder of Mirabo Press in Buffalo, NY.
Mizin Shin’s work addresses interdependency throughout societal systems from her experience as someone who often finds herself adopting, and adapting to and from, multiple cultures. Taking economic and industrial ecologies surrounding the manufacturing and distribution of products as an example, she uncovers and visualizes connections to expose these systems as networks interdependent on a large and continually increasing number of other social entities. By revealing the intrinsic connections among familiar objects, the work presents all items of our systems as significant, from the individual elements to the larger constructs. Surrounded by the work, viewers become a focal point in the network model, drawing awareness to their own position and significance in these systems. Theories and topics of research that have informed the work include Self-Organization and pattern formation, The Butterfly Effect, Chaos Theory, Complexity Science and Complex Adaptive Systems, Entropy, Emergence, and Small-world networks.
Local partners
The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library consists of the downtown Central Library, eight branches in the City of Buffalo and twenty-eight facilities located on one end of Erie County to the other. There is also Library on Wheels state-of-the art bookmobile. The libraries serve as centers of information, education, culture, and entertainment for the residents of Erie County. The B&ECPL has more than 3.2 million materials - books, eBooks, DVDs, music, and more. Free library cards (traditional and eLibrary) are available to Erie County, New York residents and to those who work and/or attend school in-county. Connect with the library on your favorite social media platform and catch its podcast, All Booked Up!
Paula’s Donuts is a family-owned and -operated business that was established in 1996. Every day, their hand-cut donuts are baked fresh on the premises of their three Western New York locations: Tonawanda, Clarence, and West Seneca. With over thirty varieties of donuts and baked goods prepared the old-fashioned way, Paula’s is always made with love.
We curate a seasonal menu of coffees and espresso from the quality-focused and single-origin roasters at Overwinter Coffee. Their beans express dynamic flavors unique to their origins, which we strive to highlight through advanced brewing techniques to bring out both their sweetness and complexity. Roasted locally, and with a new storefront in downtown, we are proud to partner with who we believe has the beans to beat in Buffalo. Accessibility is key to our mission, and Roots Coffee and Tea is first and foremost a place where anyone can get a great cup of coffee.
Ashker’s uses the freshest ingredients, prepared with care. Because treating the community like family fuels happy, healthy growth.
City of Light Consulting fosters good in communities around the world, by empowering agents of change. By supporting strong strategy, honest communication, and beautiful design, City of Light strengthens nonprofits, social causes, and political campaigns. We believe in the good you can do.
Additional details
INTERPRETERS AVAILABLE
Reserved seats and a sign interpreter are available, thanks to Deaf Access Services. To hold your spot, email us by the Wednesday before the event.
GET HERE GREEN
This event will be in the Collections Gallery, on the Central Library’s top floor. Read more about getting to the library here.
Photo from Beth Insalaco.
BE A ZERO WASTE HERO
All of our events are completely waste-free, so please Bring Your Own Mug (and cloth napkin, if you’re feeling extra green).
Photo from CreativeMornings/St. Pete.
