A Physician Healing Through the Arts

Noted neurosurgeon excels in the art of bronze sculpture, using the lost art of wax casting.
By: Michaela Akers
 
Aug. 10, 2011 - PRLog -- When the gifted hands of a neurosurgeon turn to art - particularly with the demands of creating sculptures in bronze, one sits up and takes notice.  Here is a surgeon's extraordinary skill and knowledge of the human form soaring into the higher octaves of esthetics.  How does such an evolution occur?

While Biagio Azzarelli was born in Peru, he actually grew up in Santiago, Chile and took an early  interest in sculpture, studying under the supervision of local artisans.  "My primary sculptural medium is bronze and my artistic goal is to develop a unique style while perfecting techniques using  the lost art of wax casting."

The results are masterpieces of fluidity of form and dynamic detail.     A minimalistic bronze female  flows.  A spooked horse rears back, showing the intricate dynamics of fear in his eyes and open jaw.  The viewer experiences  these emotive qualities seemingly cast into the gleaming bronze.

Azzarelli, a Professor Emeritus in Neuropathology, Neurology and Neurosurgery at Indiana University,  has returned to full artistic focus since retiring in 2005.  His juried art competitions and exhibits are many and his healing artwork may now be seen at
http://www.whitepinesgallery.com

"Art can be therapeutic and relaxing or can encourage exploration and spark your imagination," Sally Cronin Cunningham, Gallery Director, explains.  "I appreciate the positive emotions the visual arts can offer and find myself curious about the setting, the artist, his thoughts and intentions. "Because of this, I started White Pines Gallery to offer wide exposure to artisans who otherwise might not have the opportunity. It’s important that their story is told, their artistic expressions, their craft’s traditions and the family history behind it, not be lost but passed on, appreciated and preserved.

"There are many documented psychological, emotional, physical, and workforce productivity data that prove ART heals, ART produces positive feelings and emotions, ART improves our very lives and we are a better, more compassionate society because of ART. We invite you to see this wonderful sculpture."

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The Michaela Galleries is a physical and virtual art gallery featuring the original paintings and prints of artist, Michaela Akers.
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