Gallery Film Screening "Video Shorts"

Karen Aqua to be featured artist at MATV’s “Video Shorts”

Internationally acclaimed animation artist Karen Aqua will be the featured exhibitor at MATV’s Open Screening “Video Shorts” to be held Thursday, May 1, at Malden Access Television. She will be screening some of her short animation pieces, including new work, and will be on hand to discuss her films with the audience. Other visiting artists (to be announced) will screen their work in an evening celebrating short, experimental and narrative film/video.

Since 1976, Karen Aqua has created animated films exploring the themes of ritual, journeys, transformation, and the human spirit. Much of her work reflects an interest in symbols, mythology, and prehistoric and tribal cultures, and includes elements of rhythm, dance, and music. Her award-winning films have been screened nationally and internationally, at film festivals, museums, and universities. Aqua’s animation appears regularly on “Sesame Street.” To find out more, visit her website at http://aquak.home.att.net.

“Video Shorts” will be one of the special events held during MATV Week, a weeklong celebration of community media in Malden. The screening will begin at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. There is no fee (but donations are accepted) and the facility is handicapped accessible.