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UD exhibit offers ‘fair’ look at Mary

By Terry Morris | Thursday, January 22, 2009, 11:17 AM

The Virgin Mary as “The Fairest of All” is the theme of an upcoming exhibit at the University of Dayton.

The 30 paintings by Pueblo, Colo., artist Jan Oliver explore some of Mary’s many roles in faith — mother of Jesus Christ, Queen of Heaven and compassionate mother to all.

They depict her in colors and styles that evoke Latin America and the American Southwest. Oliver lists Diego Rivera, Rudolfo Morales and Marc Chagall as influences. Her representations of Mary often incorporate angels, stars and the baby Jesus.

“My paintings reflect a world of peace and harmony — of love and faith and celebration,” her artist’s statement said.

The exhibit will open Friday, Jan. 30, and continue through March 27 in the Marian Gallery on the seventh floor of UD’s Roesch Library. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and by appointment on weekends. Admission is free to the public.

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