Hypatia alexandria
The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it.
-John 1:5
Hypatia of Alexandria was a very well regarded Pagan Philosopher, Mathematician Astronomer and Teacher. The Bishop of Alexandria (Cyril) felt threatened by her strength, political and social influence. Her teachings in science and philosophy wer regarded as Pagan pursuits by Cyril (regardless of the fact that she had many Christian students)
After months of campaigning to discredit Hypatia and her school Bishop Cyril labeled her a witch and conspired to have her killed. Led by a lector named Peter, a mob of Christians, including Parabalani monks murdered her on March 8th 415ad. It is said that they stripped her naked, filleted her skin with oyster shells and cut out her eyes. She was then dismembered and burned
Hypatia is presented in her death scene. The features of her face are muted showing how her enemies attempted to deface her. The cross is symbolic of a hard edged shadowy prescence. Her light and strength are not diminished. The story of Hypatia exemplifies how Christianity has supressed powerful women, natural science and philosophy and perpetuated patriarchal ideals.
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Mike Ruff
Growing up, Mike's influences were literature, history, psychology, mythology and automotive mechanics. Working in the shop with his father Mike would frequently liberate interesting parts from the recycling bin and take them home. As an adult his fascination with parts evolved into designing and producing upcycled functional metal art.
Given his of of technical processes, academics, and his passion for social justice, sculpture has become a natural creative expression. His work examines the duality inherent in all of us. Interactions between dark and light, masculine and feminine, chaos and structure are all expressed in a social justice platform. Based in Hood River, Oregon Mike also teaches automotive technology.
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May 4- 28th
Hypatia Alexandria was selected to appear at Art at the Cave located in Vancouver Washington.
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