A “beautiful pig,” human exploitation in medical research and ancient Roman vessels are among the topics of discussion for the 2016-2017 Guest Artist Pavilion Project (GAPP) lectures at the Toledo Museum of Art.
           
Three contemporary artists from around the country will each give a free lecture as part of their participation in the GAPP program, which invites them to experiment with the medium of glass with Museum glass artists and share the results of and inspiration for their work.
           
On Aug. 12, photographer Ben Schonberger will discuss how artists can re-contextualize objects associated with violence through their work. Sculptor and performance artist Doreen Garner will talk about her research on Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were used without her knowledge, on Oct. 14. And then on Feb. 24, artist Shari Mendelson will share how ancient Roman objects have inspired her technique.
          
Since 2007, GAPP has given artists willing to explore the use of glass in their work access to resources so that they can experiment without restriction. The program features established and emerging artists residencies and free lectures with artists who share their techniques and ideas with the local community of glassblowers and art enthusiasts.