This article was written by Laurel Scott Art NOW is a guest lecture series featuring nationally and internationally recognized artists and art professionals. Talks are open to the public and take place from noon until 1 pm in the Recital Hall on level 5 of the University Centre for the Arts, as well as on-view at Casa in the community room (230 8 street south).  Mon. March 2nd: Jesse Birch Curator of Nanaimo Art Gallery, Birch has a history as an artist, writer, and educator. He received his BFA from Emily Carr and a Masters of Arts degree in Art History from UBC. Recent curatorial projects include a trilogy of…