Dear Human Project Launch

Dear Human Project Launch
Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables and the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami

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What if the public art we pass every day could engage with us through the human gift of language by prompting us to write poetry?

12 sculptures–6 on the University of Miami campus and 6 throughout the City of Coral Gables–will be activated with yard signs featuring poetry prompts that invite passersby to follow a QR code and submit their own poems inspired by the artwork.

Need a little more inspiration? Each yard sign includes an original poem by Mia Leonin in response to the sculpture.

Celebrate Dear Human with us at the Concepto 1 Plaza in Coral Gables on Friday, April 12. Join us over light bites and drinks for poetry readings and activations.

Tola Porter, Ph.D. is an art historian and museum educator. She serves as the Museum Educator for Academic and Public Programs at the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami. A specialist in modern sculpture, Dr. Porter’s interdisciplinary approach bridges the fields of modernism and public art to study the human experience of abstract public sculpture from the postwar era to today.

Dr. Mark Osterman is currently positioned at the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami as the Assistant Director for Technology and Engagement Mark spearheads strategic planning, technology initiatives, interpretive initiatives, program development, digital marketing, and evaluation and assessment. His work positions him at the intersection of art, engagement, and technology.

With a vibrant background of arts programming, administration, curation, and creation, Catherine Cathers is the City of Coral Gables’ Arts & Culture Specialist. She works closely with the public and believes in the power of art to transform, educate, and indulge our senses while enriching our community.