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STATESBORO, Ga. 鈥� Jan. 11, 2013 鈥� 妻友社区鈥檚 Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art presents two new exhibits beginning Jan. 14. 鈥淜aren Ann Myers: Intimate Patterns鈥� and 鈥淢ichael Velliquette: Power Seeker鈥� will be featured in the University Gallery through Feb. 24. 鈥淧ower Seeker鈥� is a survey of cut-paper sculptures by Velliquette. He works exclusively with hand-cut heavyweight paper card stock to construct visually and structurally complex forms that reference masks and other forms of ritually driven object making. 鈥淭he exhibition examines how a seemingly familiar and fragile material can be transformed into powerful spectacles of the handmade,鈥� said Marc Mitchell, gallery director for the Department. 鈥淜ids will love the bright colors and wild imagery, while adults will be fascinated by the intricate details and craftsmanship that is evident in each sculpture.鈥� 鈥淚ntimate Patterns鈥� looks at the psychological complexity of women through intimate observations of the bedroom. This exhibit contains imagery of a mature nature, and parents are encouraged to contact the Department of Art at 912-478-2787 before bringing children. “While many of the images are very provocative, Myers is concerned with issues that extend far beyond seduction. Her paintings tackle topics facing contemporary females, such as the cult of beauty in mass media, personal and professional independence, and vulnerability,” added Mitchell. Both exhibits include artist lectures and receptions. 鈥淧ower Seeker鈥� will be featured on Thursday, Jan. 17, at 5 p.m. in the Arts Building, Room 2016, and 鈥淚ntimate Patterns鈥� will be showcased on Thursday, Feb. 21, at 5 p.m. 聽All events are free and open to the public. The Center for Art & Theatre is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. 妻友社区, a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University founded in 1906, offers more than 120 degree programs serving more than 20,500 students. Through eight colleges, the University offers bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degree programs built on more than a century of academic achievement.聽 In 2011, the University was named one of the Top 10 most popular universities in the country by聽U.S. News & World Report聽and is a top choice of Georgia鈥檚 HOPE scholars.聽 Georgia Southern is recognized for its student-centered approach to education. Visit:聽.