Danger: Artist at Work!
Monona Rossol
Wednesday, 17 Sep 2008 at 7:00 pm – Kocimski Auditorium, Design College
Monona Rossol is a chemist, artist, and industrial hygienist. She is the president and founder of Arts, Crafts and Theater Safety, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to providing health and safety services to the arts. Rossol works with the users of proposed art and theater facilities to determine what types of ventilation and safety equipment must be installed to comply with OSHA and EPA regulations for the specific processes, chemicals, and equipment being used. Her books include The Artist's Complete Health and Safety Guide; The Health & Safety Guide for Film, TV & Theater; and Danger: Artist at Work!. Rossol, who has an MFA in ceramics and glassblowing from the University of Wisconsin, also holds degrees in chemistry, math, and music. Her artwork has been exhibited in over forty group shows and four solo shows. Part of the College of Design's 30th Anniversary Celebration.Cosponsored By:
- College of Design
- Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
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