U-M physics professor Xiaoming Mao discusses the physics principles behind artistic practice, then turns the lens around to ask how beauty, elegance, and symmetry guide physicists in their search for the laws of nature. Part of a popular series of talks aimed at general audiences by U-M and visiting scholars. 10:30 a.m.–noon, 170 Weiser Hall, 500 Church (enter off Geddes). Also via livestream; see bit.ly/saturdayphysics. Free. (734) 764–4437.