51ÂÜÀò

On Monday, September 23rd the NSF RISE Scholars Program & the 51ÂÜÀòLibrary presented Talking BEYOND the Library Art & Science Salon with Josie Iselin in the Mary Tefft White Cultural Center at the 51ÂÜÀòLibrary.

Josie discussed her new book, The Curious World of Seaweed.

For over twenty years, Josie has used her flatbed scanner and computer to generate imagery. She is still captivated by the fluidity with which this technique allows her to render and design with three-dimensional objects.

Her writing and art, focused on seaweeds, kelp, and sea otters put her on the forefront of ocean activism, collaborating with scientists and groups working to preserve the kelp forests of our Pacific Coast.

As a fine artist, Josie exhibits large-scale prints at select galleries and museums. She hopes that celebrating the ordinary wonders we find at the beach will bring thoughtfulness and stewardship to this extraordinary place of discovery. 

The talk was fascinating, and we videotaped it. Take a moment to , we think you'll enjoy it as much as we did!