Walter Gaudnek Collection 1945-2007

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Walter Gaudnek Collection 1945-2007

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The Walter Gaudnek Collection comprises manuscript materials, original works, posters, and photographs that chronicle the life and artistic development of Dr. Walter Gaudnek, a University of Central Florida art faculty member. Ranging from 1945 to the present, the collection focuses on the artist and gives voice to Gaudnek's fans and critics alike. World events such as the 1972 Olympic Games, the Holocaust, and the September 11th attacks are featured in the collection through his work both as a commissioned artist who is witness to the event (Munich Games) and as an artist expressing his deep emotions for human tragedy.

5 Boxes; 4.9 linear feet

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Special Collections and University Archives, University of Central Florida Libraries,

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Gaudnek, Walter, 1931-

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Artist, educator. Dr. Walter Gaudnek was born in Czechoslovakia in 1931. His work, blending bold colors with philosophy, mixing performance with art, is featured in permanent collections around the world. He currently continues to produce, as well as teach, at the University of Central Florida Art Department. From the description of Walter Gaudnek collection, 1945-2007. (University of Tampa). WorldCat record id: 122055036 ...

Walter Gaudnek

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Walter Gaudnek, Ph.D., born in 1931 in Czechoslovakia is a self-proclaimed 'rebel artist'. Known for his blending of bold colors with philosophy, labyrinth installations, and personal mixtures of performance and art, Gaudnek has influenced generations with his stark look at world issues through these mediums. Gaudnek continues his work today both as an artist and an educator with the University of Central Florida's Art Department. Gaudnek's work is featured in permanent collections ...

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Founded as Florida Technological University in 1963, the university began holding classes in 1968. In 1978 its name was changed to University of Central Florida. From the founding of the university until 2001, the university was part of the Florida State University System governed by a Board of Regents. Since then, the university has been governed by its own Board of Trustees. From the description of University of Central Florida publications collection, 1962-2006. (University of Tam...