Behind the Inkblot: Art & Psychology Through the Rorschach Test
Schedule
Wed Sep 17 2025 at 04:00 pm to 05:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
1327 Circle Park Drive, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37996 | Knoxville, TN
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The Rorschach inkblot test was introduced as a psychiatric diagnostic instrument in 1921. The inkblots possessed no defined shapes. However, to trained observers, they reveal deeper aspects of the human psyche. This concept closely relates to the pieces in our exhibition Karel Appel: Cats. By comparing our perceptions of amorphous inkblots, we can better understand Appel’s artistic style and intention. Join us for this program featuring a hands-on activity with Timothy Hulsey, Associate Professor of Psychology, as we dive into a process that is both part of history and a part of pop culture.
About the instructor:
Timothy L. Hulsey: is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Tennessee. From 2013- 2020 he served as Associate Provost and Director of Honors & Scholars Programs at UT. From 2004 to 2013 he served as Associate Professor of Psychology and Dean of the Honors College at Virginia Commonwealth University. Prior to that, he served as Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the University Honors Program at Texas State University.
Funding for the McClung Museum’s educational programming has been provided by the Knox County Tourism Consortium.
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Where is it happening?
1327 Circle Park Drive, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37996Event Location & Nearby Stays:
