Why do we create and appreciate art? What are the ultimate evolutionary roots of aesthetics and creativity in humans?
On Darwin’s 206th Birthday, come join us at SUNY New Paltz to better understand the nature of the artistic primate.
FEATURING a keynote address by: Author of “Feeling Beauty,” Gabrielle Starr (Dean of Arts and Sciences at NYU) – http://cas.nyu.edu/page/deanswelcomemessage
Here is the Amazon link to her book.
http://www.amazon.com/Feeling-Beauty-Neuroscience-Aesthetic-Experience/dp/0262019310
In addition to Dean Starr’s keynote address, a panel of faculty experts from SUNY New Paltz will elaborate on this topic. And yes, there will be free food and a reception – to honor and embrace Darwin’s influence on the arts.
Our local panelists will include:
Glenn Geher, Psychology / EvoS
Andrew Higgins, English / EvoS
Paul Kassel, Theatre Arts / EvoS
Andrea Varga, Theatre Arts / EvoS