overhearings: A Discussion with Regina Martinez and Mary Hennen
@ Mana Contemporary
2233 S Throop St, Chicago, IL 60608
Opening Thursday, October 26th, from 12PM - 1PM
On view through Sunday, December 31st
A Discussion with Regina Martinez and Mary Hennen
Presented by the Monira Foundation and Experimental Sound Studio
Mana Contemporary has been a nesting site for Peregrine Falcons since 2000. The population of once-endangered falcons throughout Illinois is overseen by Mary Hennen of the Field Museum’s Chicago Peregrine Program. Through nest site monitoring, research and public education, the program works to better understand these amazing creatures and help them thrive throughout Chicago and the greater Midwest.
Artist Regina Martinez has dedicated the site-specific sound work “overhearings”, in response to the Peregrines’ presence. “overhearings” is a site-specific sound installation by artist Regina Martinez in response to the peregrine falcons who have resided at Mana Contemporary for over two decades. This 2-channel work is located in the recesses of Mana’s 4th Floor restroom area. It centers the idea that, despite our close proximity to these creatures, what we know about the peregrine falcon is what we image the falcon to be. It is a story of contrasting textures, call and response and a personal reflection on our projections and compassion.
Join Mary and Regina for a casual conversation followed by a community lunch, spanning themes of memory, sound, preservation and research. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is required.
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