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Monday, September 29, 2014

"State of the Arts" at Crystal Bridges

I mentioned earlier that I discovered the greatest museum over in Arkansas...a nice Saturday morning drive from me .  A must see show for all mixed media artists is "State of the Arts."  Last day for this is Jan. 19, 2014.
Here is a taste of the delights at this show.  Of course, pictures never do justice to being there
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Bonnet made from over 200,000 pearl head straight pins, created by an Arizona artist.







It's hand carved wood....need I say more?  Amazing....






These creations remind me of giant spindles.  Created mostly from medicine bottles, straws, beads, and rope. Just beautiful!




Ever read a paperback romance? How about making art from thousands of them?


Detail of Forever above/>>>>>>>



This is NOT your grandma's traditional Native American beadwork....well, it is, but it isn't.





This painting was huge. Just guessing, perhaps 7 feet across?  If not impressed by the size alone, perhaps that it was a study in focus, done a brushstroke at a time. Beautifully rendered....




Monday, September 22, 2014

Crystal Bridges in Bentonville, Arkansas






This  beautiful sculpture greets you at the entrance of Crystal Bridges.  The museum is free of charge, including audio earphones which guide you through the artworks.    Lots of seating throughout both bridges (museum area) so  you can relax as you tour.  I enjoyed the museum store almost as much as the museum.


Georgia O'Keefe?  I was surprised to find that the artist was one I knew well...I wouldn't have guessed that this was her work.



 Rosie was painted by Norman Rockwell.




This is titled "The Lantern Bearers" by Maxwell Parrish



And this beautiful sculpture was one of my favorites at Crystal Bridges....




Summer Art and Activities

Nowata, Oklahoma...Bowling Ball Art



Was not prepared to find this treat when I followed a highway sign to this remote location.  Mr. Barbee has been collecting bowling balls for only eight years, but his art fills a huge space.  It is well worth the drive.  Here are a few of the treasures:

Fence made of bowling balls...



 The pink breast cancer ribbon  and American flag   made from  bowling balls















      Pool table with bowling balls.  In background see the alphabet.



                                     
                           


 A building made of bowling balls...Inside are more art pieces made of bowling balls.