Michael Flynn Exhibits at University of Richmond Museums

Michael Flynn’s work is featured in Flow, Just Flow: Variations on a Theme, open at the University of Richmond Museums from Jan. 29 to June 28.

Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi first used the term ​“flow” in 1975 to describe ​“being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz.” Accordingly, this experience of single-minded immersion in an activity that is continuously challenging and rewarding is the secret to a vigorous and satisfying life. Also referred to as ​“being in the zone,” this state of flow is the launching point for this exhibition and online catalogue, which present a variety of media involving kinetic forms, non-static content generation, visitor interaction, and collective states of being. Twenty-four works of art by twenty-one artists of national and international origin explore a range of definitions and applications of the word ​“flow,” from dynamism and movement to ideas and communication. 

The exhibition is organized by University of Richmond Museums and curated by N. Elizabeth Schlatter, Deputy Director and Curator of Exhibitions, University Museums. 

Flow, Just Flow: Variations on a Theme
Joel and Lila Harnett Museum of Art 
University of Richmond Museums, VA 

January 29 to June 28, 2013

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