Featured Exhibit
Food for Thought: A Savory Display of Works from the Permanent Collection
January 27, 2024 - July 28, 2024
Weil Gallery
Delve into the visual tapestry of our exhibit, where each piece serves as a brushstroke in the larger canvas of culinary art history. The artists draw inspiration from the bounty of nature, the rituals of dining, and the symbolism embedded in various cuisines. It's a testament to how food transcends its basic function, evolving into a powerful symbol that reflects cultural, social, and personal narratives.
Through the centuries, food has served not only as sustenance but also as a source of inspiration, sparking creativity and becoming a symbol of abundance, scarcity, celebration, and everyday life.
Bon appétit, and enjoy the exhibit!
Current Exhibits
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Robert Pulley: "Courting the Mystery"
May 8, 2024 - September 8, 2024
East Gallery
For more than five decades, Robert Pulley has been sculpting using clay, bronze, and stone, showcasing his versatility and mastery of different mediums. His sculptures vary in scale, from small, intimate pieces, to human-sized sculptures, and large muli-piece assemblages reaching 12 feet tall that leave a lasting impression. This exhibition includes more than 30 pieces spanning 30 years, a testament to the breadth and depth of his artistic journey.
This exhibition is in conjunction with the Robert Pulley Art Crawl, a public installation of eight of Pulley’s large-scale sculptures throughout West Lafayette and Lafayette.
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Kevin West: "Forever Young"
January 20, 2024 - June 2, 2024
Shook Gallery
Kevin Nance West is a professional fine artist, art entrepreneur, and art instructor based in Indianapolis. He specializes in contemporary abstract paintings and portrait art. Kevin is not only an artist but also the founder and CEO of West Innovations, a company that developed custom 'paint by number' technology. This technology is used by over 175 sip and paint studios and companies across the United States, including Storie Brush, Wine and Canvas, and Canvas and Cocktails.
Despite facing challenges, including overcoming cancer, Kevin's passion for his craft remains unwavering. His art, characterized by larger-than-life pieces, features colorful lines that express a range of emotions on canvas. Over his two-decade career as a professional artist, Kevin has explored various mediums and concepts, including mixed media and broken records. His abstract portrait art, created with acrylics, celebrates figures from pop culture as well as influential Black athletes, entertainers, and influencers.
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Food for Thought: A Savory Display of Works from the Permanent Collection
January 27, 2024 - July 28, 2024
Weil Gallery
Our current exhibition is a delectable celebration of art centered around the timeless theme of food. Throughout history, artists have been captivated by the subject, and this collection pays homage to that rich tradition.
From ancient still-life paintings to modern interpretations, the artworks on display highlight the enduring fascination with food. Each piece serves as a brushstroke in the larger canvas of culinary art history, reflecting cultural, social, and personal narratives.
As you explore, appreciate how food has been a powerful symbol, sparking creativity and symbolizing abundance, scarcity, celebration, and everyday life. Join us in celebrating the beauty and diversity of artistic perspectives on the universal language of food. Bon appétit, and enjoy the exhibit!
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Heather Vickers: " Elegant Equine"
May 8, 2024 - September 8, 2024
McDonald Gallery
The work of Heather Vickers focuses on depicting horses in unusual poses, showcasing them in dynamic actions such as jumping, running, twisting, and turning. The compositions often feature overlapping horses, with some depicted individually or running away from each other. The number of horses in each composition varies, with groups two or three being the most common. The scale of the horses is smaller than their natural size, ranging from 12 inches to 36 inches in height.
The inspiration for this body of artwork comes from the artist’s deep love for horses since a young age. Rather than riding them, the artist’s passion in drawing them, focusing on capturing their unique l g shapes and hooves. By recreating the muscle tone, the artist seeks to convey the horse’s natural power and grace.
Upcoming Exhibits
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Laura Ricks: "Felted Forests: Rock Walls, Waterfalls and Woodland Wonders"
June 15, 2024 - October 6, 2024
Shook Gallery
Embark on a mesmerizing odyssey through nature's realm with Felted Forests, a captivating exhibition by the talented artist Laura Ricks. Using felt as their medium, Ricks crafts stunning landscapes that evoke a sense of wonder and tranquility.
Marvel at the intricate details and vibrant colors that bring each scene to life, from majestic mountains to serene lakeside retreats. Through skillful layering and blending, the artist captures the essence of light and shadow, inviting you to lose yourself in these enchanting vistas.
Experience the beauty of the natural world as never before, where every felt painting tells a story and every image whispers of hidden depths. Felted Forests is a celebration of artistry and imagination, offering a glimpse into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur into one seamless tapestry of beauty.
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