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May 2, 2025
Peristeronic, meaning “of or relating to pigeons,” may have fallen out of common use, but to the 10 artists in the exhibition opening May 22 at Dittmar Gallery, the term suggests a reverent irreverence.
Lucie Paul, one of the featured fourth-year art, theory and practice (ATP) students, said it captures the playful vibe connecting these graduating seniors as they prepare to close out their time at Northwestern and take flight into the world.
“Peristeronic,” running through June 2 at Dittmar Gallery, showcases work by ATP students Lulu Abathra, Isabella Bartling, Alex Bremauntz, Quentin Colson, Helaina Harris, Maggie Musgrave, Lucie Paul, Natalia Tapia Moreno, Grace Wang and Julianne Zane. Lane Relyea, associate professor of art, theory and practice, is the exhibition’s faculty facilitator.
“The Northwestern art department, while small, has played a huge role in my personal approach to art making and my identity as an artist,” said Bremauntz, a printmaker.
“The professors here, especially Curtis Miller, Brendan Fernandes, Mike Cloud and Michael Rakowitz, believed in me, taught me, and most importantly allowed me to fail without judgment. The kindness and support I’ve gotten from everyone in ATP is truly something I don’t think I could ever repay.”
Hailing from Houston, Texas, and the first person in their family to be born in the U.S., Bremauntz started making linocut prints in high school, which sparked an interest in printmaking techniques.
Bremauntz used screen printing for a work inspired by the Lovers tarot card. The piece combines the aesthetics of medieval woodblock style illustration and fantasy into a queer, agender exploration of the card.
“In terms of techniques, this piece is my second ever attempt at screen printing, and it’s become one of my favorite techniques. Last week, my class printed on t-shirts, and I’m planning on selling some of those at our opening,” Bremauntz said.
