Dan Mills makes work that is full of observations about historic and contemporary events. He conducts extensive research on topics such as current wars and conflicts, colonialism, and life expectancy by state, and creates paintings and works on paper that visualize data and information on the subjects.

“Human Topographies” is the first full-scale exhibition of Mills’ work in Maine since he moved to the state in 2010. In addition to his work as an artist, Mills serves as Director of the Bates College Museum of Art in Lewiston.

In his recent review of “Human Topographies” in the Portland Press Herald, art critic Daniel Kany writes, “…Mills dredges up maps and data that spill light onto our current – and ostensibly informed – understanding of ongoing conflicts around the world, including many bubbling under our feet right here at home. Mills’ wit fits the model of, say, Jon Stewart or Stephen Colbert: It’s timely, relevant, funny and it helps us connect well-informed historical understandings to often outrageous events.”

The event is free to CMCA members, others with admission. Participants are encouraged to stay following the talk for refreshments and further discussion. “Human Topographies” is on view at CMCA through October 13, 2019. For further information about the exhibition, please visit cmcanow.org.

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