Voting ballots are available at the exhibit in the Taubman Health Center Lobby, South Gallery, Floor 1.

Each year Gifts of Art presents an exhibition of the artwork of University of Michigan Health System employees and volunteers. This eagerly anticipated event showcases the exceptional talent and creativity of our staff. It is our pleasure to display the artistic accomplishments of our UMHS family.

This year's exhibition will be juried by Katherine Talcott, fresh from curating the Three Rivers Arts Festival (Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh), and now serving as the administrator for the Ann Arbor Public Art Commission. There will be prizes and ribbon awards for "Best in Category" and "Best in Show." A "People's Choice" award will be determined by the votes of visitors to the exhibit.

The Employee Art Exhibition will be on display June 22-August 17, 2009 in the Taubman Health Center Lobby, South Gallery, Level 1. Art submissions will be accepted June 8-12. Please fill out the form available at the link above – instructions are included.

A reception honoring employee artists and their guests will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 from 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in the gallery. Dr. Timothy Johnson, Bates Professor and Chair of OB/GYN and Professor of Women's Studies, will be hosting the event. All UMHS employees are cordially invited, and refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!