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Historic Bears Mill
“Art in the
Clark Gallery” features former area residents
Artwork by former Arcanum residents Christopher Madden and Marilee
Pallant will be on display at historic Bear's Mill beginning Friday,
July 24 when both artists are eagerly anticipating greeting old friends
and acquaintances during a reception from 5 until 9 p.m. in the Mill's
Clark Gallery. The exhibit title, “Illuminations,” directly derives
from Pallant's description of her luminous paintings. “Illumination can
be defined as radiance, enlightenment, insight, revelation; the
brilliant work produced by these two artists who retain deep
connections to our community aptly demonstrates each of those exciting
qualities, and much more,” said Marti Goetz, Executive Director of
Friends of Bear's Mill. The reception offering appetizers and beverages
is free and open to the public. The artists will speak briefly about
their work, methods, and inspiration at 7 p.m.
Christopher Madden, an internationally known engraver and artist,
graduated from Arcanum High School in 1981; he is currently the Lead
Banknote Picture Engraver for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in
Washington, D.C. Much of his engraving work can be found in your
wallet, as Chris literally makes money in his day job. However, his
figurative paintings are also collected internationally; he is a
resident artist at the Griffin Art Center in Frederick, Maryland, where
he paints and teaches painting, drawing, and printmaking. “Painting has
always been my passion,” the artist explains. “What I find most
valuable in painting is the way the process completely centers me and
brings a peace and focus that touches my humanity in a profound
manner,” Chris stated.
Chris Madden will be offering Plein Air painting pointers on Saturday,
July 25, 2015 beginning at 10:00 a.m. for artists wishing to
participate in an outdoor painting experience at the Bear’s Mill.
Registration information can be found on the Bear’s Mill website:
www.bearsmill.com
A teacher who is remembered as inspiring and beloved, Marilee Pallant
taught creative writing and language arts at Arcanum in the 1970's and
1980's, influencing many students who credit her with fulfilling
success in later life. Pallant, who moved on to teach at Tipp City and
currently lives in Tennessee, says that she wants to “tell memorable
stories with color from tubes and words from an old typewriter.”
Influenced by Emily Carr and Georgia O'Keeffe, the artist was inspired
by her discovery of encaustic paints where light filled the page. Or,
as described in her own words: “And the colors sang in blue-water ways
as a loon appeared on a frozen lake and later made night calls in
hushed shadows.”
Funding for this exhibit was granted to Marcus York by Darke County
Endowment for the Arts. York, an Arcanum graduate who credits Ms.
Pallant's influence for the success he has achieved in the arts as an
actor, not only wanted to display the artistic achievements of his
former mentor but also showcase the work of his friend Christopher
Madden for the benefit of the community. “Illuminations” will be on
display at the Mill through August 16.
“Water Effects,” a display of photographs by Maury Wyckoff featuring
water along with driftwood sculptures created by Blair Brubaker, will
remain on exhibit in the Clark Gallery at Bear's Mill through July
12. Art exhibits are on view at the Clark Gallery during
regular Mill store hours, 11 a.m. till 5 p.m. Thursdays through
Saturdays, and 1 p.m. till 5 p.m. Sundays. 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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