NAMASTE
“The Spirit in Me Meets the Spirit in You”
September 8-October 20
An exhibition of ceramic works by Kevin H. Komadina is on display in United’s Bigelow Chapel courtyard from September 8-October 20.
Opening Reception
and Gallery Talk
Friday, September 19
5:30-8:00 PM
The opening reception features a gallery talk by Komadina with comments by faculty member Chris Smith and music by Leslie Ball. There is no charge but reservations are encouraged - contact 651.255.6159 or religionandthearts@unitedseminary.edu.
Kevin H. Komadina is an Edina-based artist and critical care physician whose sculptural work explores the interdependency of humankind and nature, as well as the universal quest of all peoples to understand their place in an expansive universe. The delicate balance of human relationship with the earth and the universe has long inspired reflection on the nature of our connection with this world we inhabit. Earth’s resources are conquered and harnessed to benefit human beings; yet nature can threaten us with the lash of a devastating wind or, with the same level of mastery, caress us with the awesome beauty of a majestic sunset. This, then, must certainly be a source of humankinds’ long-standing spiritual quest—a quest that crosses social and cultural barriers, the same journey with many travelers. “Namaste” invites viewers to experience the sculptures and reflect on their life’s journey.
Komadina says of his work, “I eagerly, humbly enter this dance with clay, wedging, moistening, throwing, and sculpting. Clay is a fundamental media, a simple material, the components of which make up 90 percent of the crust of the earth. Throughout history, clay in the form of vessel or tool was used to help sustain human life.”
This exhibit is part of the “Beauty that Speaks” exhibition.
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