An exhibit at UL Lafayette’s Dupré Library entitled “Life of Art” features the work of Lafayette resident Jean Rosen. Original paintings, sketches and other works accompany photographs, text and memorabilia that explain Rosen’s evolution as an artist and the influences on her work.
Originally from Bethesda, Md., Rosen earned a master’s degree in art from American University in Washington, DC. She spent time as an adult in Lafayette, Calif., where she became interested in zydeco music. She moved to Lafayette, La., seven years ago to pursue her interests in art and music. A 2007 show at Dupré Library focused on Rosen’s interest in zydeco music and musicians.
In the current exhibit, Rosen traces her art from its early roots in her childhood, bringing together recurring images and demonstrating her artistic development. The exhibit starts at the library entrance and continues down the main hall on the first floor. The right side of the exhibit focuses on the roots of Rosen’s artwork, while the left side is devoted to images and influences of Acadiana.
Rosen has exhibited works at Columbia University, Alabama State University, the Zigler Museum, the Masur Museum and the Berkeley Art Center. Many of the works in the current exhibit were in a 1994 solo show at John F. Kennedy University in Orinda, Calif. Her painting “Lafayette Alive 2005” was selected for the Southern Open Biennial.
The Rosen exhibit is free and open to the public. It will continue through the end of January. Call 482-2665 for library hours.
For more information, contact Andrea Flockton, Special Projects Librarian, at 482-6677.