The University Map Library, in collaboration with RENDER, is hosting an art exhibit entitled Geo-Abstract running Monday, September 15 to Friday, September 19 in the Modern Languages Gallery.
The exhibit will showcase graphical and photographic representations of the earth and its people as created by Map Library staff using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) technology.
Be prepared for maps as you have never seen them.
"At first glance, you may think you’re looking at a Picasso or Monet, but under study you’ll see the beauty of the Earth as never before,” explains Eva Dodsworth, Geospatial Data Services Librarian.
The maps to be showcased have been created using only true representations, without artistic distortion, yet all reveal an innate “flair of abstract artistry” in reflecting the land, water, ground elevation, and population profile census information.
Complementing these cartographic compositions, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the geographical resources and technologies used to create the pieces and to understand how graphical formats can enhance our ability to interpret our natural and human-made features of our world.
For more information on this upcoming exhibit, see the Geo-Abstract website, or contact:
Geospatial Data Services Librarian
Ext. 36931
University of Waterloo Library
200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1
519 888 4883
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