Artists Explore Different "Surfaces"

HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. - June 21, 2020 - PRLog -- Potter Garry Childs uses local clays as a textural component on some of his pots. Unrefined clay dug up near his studio is applied to the wheel thrown pots in a liquid form. Other clays and raw glaze materials are added to the still wet surface to build up texture. The pots are then glazed in multiple bright colors. "The resulting surface of these pieces when combined with the round shapes, remind me of planets or asteroids, or some sort of undersea creature. I have had a great deal of fun making these pieces; I hope you enjoy them."

Textile artist Alice Levinson is drawn to the tactile pleasure in working with cloth and finds it joyfully meditative. "I start layering color and pattern with dying and printing. For some works, whole lengths of cloth are retained, while in others the cloth is cut or torn and layered.  My palette ranges from the subtle tones of nature's habitats to jewel tones of stained glass. The work is elaborated and embellished as generous stitching, both hand and machine, lays down layer upon layer of tone, color, and texture. Their wide range of tone and palette, reflects a seasonal shift as well as the unique experience of these last few months. I live and work in the midst deep woods.  The rhythms of nature's sights and sounds are the foundation from which I work."

Pat Merriman works in several mediums. "Each year I paint flower abstractions; this year two are from photographs by Mike Kesner whose interesting angles and lighting make painting a challenge. I have 2 collages honoring notable feminist women in history. I am amazed at the careers these women had wearing long skirts, bustles, corsets etc. often riding horseback to see to their duties.. Lastly, my love of fabric leads me annually towards sewing totes and purses.

 "Surfaces" will be available on the on the gallery's website from June 26th through July 30th at www.HillsboroughGallery.com Due to the pandemic, the gallery is currently open on Saturdays from 12-4pm and on Wednesdays by appointment only. Call the gallery to schedule a private appointment. Face masks are required and hand sanitizer is available for all visitors.

About the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts:

Founded in 2006, the gallery is owned by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art & craft. The Gallery's offerings include paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, textiles, jewelry, glass, metals, and wood. 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com