Grasping Life

A recent Independent Study shows the beauty off the human hand.

by Karol Crosbie

For her senior Independent Study, studio art major Kathryn Lehner ’07 examined the human hand. Under the instruction of Walter Zurko, professor of art, Lehner created a photography and ceramic sculpture exhibit that featured images of children from a local preschool, elders from a retirement home in her hometown of Evanston, Ill., friends, and family.

Lehner’s exhibit was a study in contrasts. The 47 photos were grouped to contrast ages, motions, and activities. “By photographing children and elders, I sought to illustrate how life’s experiences shape, form, and affect the appearance and use of a person’s hands,” Lehner said.

Since graduation, Lehner has been visiting friends and family in Tanzania and London. She says she hopes to find a job in photography, possibly in the Chicago area.

Follow the links below to view photos taken by Lehner:

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