Artwork on display at Art Days by Dr. Kadambari Rawal
This year marked the 25th anniversary of Boston University Medical Campus (BUMC) Art Days, an arts initiative designed to foster the creative arts among the BUMC community. Held on March 30 and 31 in Hiebert Lounge, the exhibit featured 90 works of art from 38 artists across BUMC, including one artist from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM).
Established in 1991 by then Dean of Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) Dr. Aram Chobanian, BUMC Art Days originated in order to foster growth and support for the creative arts throughout the BUMC community, including GSDM, BUSM, the School of Public Health, and Boston Medical Center. “Art Days has always included work from students, faculty, and staff of all three schools and the hospital,” said Associate Professor of Biochemistry at BUSM Dr. Keith Tornheim, who now runs the event. “It is a unique all-campus event, all the more remarkable for showcasing the nonscientific talents of the BUMC community. It has become an important cultural tradition, bringing together students, faculty and staff from throughout the medical campus.”
In 2012, a university-wide arts initiative proposed adding a keyword to the Art Days event along with other courses and events across the University. This year, the theme was “Intersect.” Artists were not restricted to that theme, but a special display area was set aside which featured interpretations on the theme.
Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Restorative Sciences & Biomaterials at GSDM Dr. Kadambari Rawal had two paintings on display. One is titled “Afternoon Delight”, which is acrylic and beads on canvas, and the other is titled “Yashodha’s Dilemma”, which is oil and beads on canvas.