An Education in the Grotesque: The Gargoyles of Yale University with Matthew Duman

Old Lyme, CT --The Old Lyme – Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library presents an evening with photographer and author Matthew Duman who will talk on the Gargoyles of Yale University on Wednesday November 12, 2014 at 7 pm. In his lecture Matthew will highlight a selection of gargoyles and grotesques found on the buildings of the Yale University campus in New Haven, CT. Using original photographs from his book, Matt explores the artistic, historic, architectural and even humorous significance of these decorative sculptures and their role in communicating the identity of Yale University as a place of learning and enlightenment. Everyone from teens to seniors interested in history, architecture, sculpture or photography will appreciate Matt’s presentation! A book signing will follow his talk.

Mathew Duman is a photographer and graphic designer who grew up in Bethany, Connecticut. While studying abroad, he developed a fascination with the grotesque sculptures of the cathedrals of Britain. In addition to England, Matt has made photographic trips to Italy, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Matt currently works at the Knights of Columbus in New Haven. He began exploring the variety of sculpture found on the buildings of Yale University a few years ago and as a personal project, has researched and documented these “new world” grotesques which are closer, but no less bewitching than their European counterparts.

The Library is located at 2 Library Lane, off Lyme Street in Old Lyme. Winter hours are Monday and Wednesday, 10am to 7pm; Tuesday and Thursday, 10am to 6pm; Friday, 10am to 5pm and Saturday, 10am to 4pm. The program is free and open to the public. Registration required by calling 860-434-1684 or visit www.oldlyme.lioninc.org to register online under the Events calendar.