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Mike Major
brings sculptures and paintings to Bears Mill
Mike Major has created monumental bronze sculptures that can be seen
across the country as well as playful paintings and evocative
landscapes inspired by scenes near his home; the Urbana artist will
bring his work to historic Bear's Mill during the month of October.
“Mike's work is exquisite, meriting a one-man show in spite of our
usual policy of featuring two artists in our “Art at the Mill”
exhibits,” said Julie Clark, retail manager and gallery coordinator for
Bear's Mill. “His paintings are gorgeous, his sculptures are awesome;
we are thrilled to be able to display in our gallery the creations of
this impressive artist,” she concluded. The exhibit will open on
Friday, September 26 with a reception featuring hors d'oeuvres and
drinks from 6 p.m. till 9 p.m.; the artist will speak briefly about his
work, methods, and inspiration at 7 p.m. This exhibit continues through
Sunday, October 26.
Mike Major has been working as a professional artist for over
thirty-five years. For many Ohioans, Mr. Major's most important work is
the bust of famed OSU football coach Woody Hayes that is the only such
sculpture approved by the coach's widow Anne, who felt that the statue
captured the spirit of the man. The Urbana artist says that he has
loved to draw and mold clay since early childhood. “No other activity
held my attention nearly as much as visual art; it became a daily
source of entertainment and delight,” Mike explained He believes that
sculpture is simply a step up from drawing, done in three dimensions
rather than two. “It is a bit like swimming instead of walking and
after a time, it seems as natural as breathing,” he stated.
Wood sculptures by Richmond, Indiana resident Tom Bartel and the
watercolors of Peter Frederick remain on display at historic Bear's
Mill through September 21. “Art At the Mill” receives financial support
from Darke County Endowment for the Arts. Art exhibits are on view
during regular Mill store hours, 11 a.m. till 5 p.m. daily. Historic
Bear's Mill is owned and operated by Friends of Bear's Mill, a
non-profit organization, and is located at 6450 Arcanum-Bear's Mill
Road about 5 miles east of Greenville. For more information, contact
Bear's Mill at 937-548-5112 or www.bearsmill.com.
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