Friday, JUNE 26

7 p.m., in the museum’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium.

** FILM’S DIRECTOR ON HAND FOR SPECIAL Q&A **

Creative Nature is the only existing feature-length documentary film about William Morris. Director John Andres and his crew gained unprecedented access, giving viewers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life, work and adventurous spirit of Morris. The film explores Morris’ career from its beginnings at the age of 19, when he arrived at Pilchuck Glass School, through his surprising retirement announcement at the age of 49.

The film follows Morris in the glass blowing hot shop and out in the wilds of nature, quite literally. The film crew faced physical challenges and pushed themselves to extremes, often putting the camera in precarious places. Rock climbing up a sheer granite face, paragliding above 12,000 feet, walking through flowing lava fields and swimming underwater with sharks in Hawaii, the camera was with Morris every step of the way.  In addition to the breathtaking footage, the film weaves interviews with Morris, his team members, and his collaborators, allowing audiences to see him in a multi-dimensional way. 

Creative Nature premiered at the 2008 Seattle International Film Festival and has since been seen at many other festivals.

Director John Andres will introduce the film and take part in a question-and-answer session after the screening. Andres’ introduction begins at 6:45 p.m., and the film starts at 7 p.m. in the NCR Renaissance Auditorium.

Admission:

.90 cents for musuem members

$5 for non-members

Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Visitor Services Desk at The Dayton Art Institute during regular museum hours, by phone by calling 937-223-5277 ext. 111 or online.  Tickets purchased by phone or online will be placed in Will Call to be picked up anytime prior to or the day of the event.

For more information about The Dayton Art Institute, please visit www.daytonartinstitute.org or call 937-223-5277.