“HEAVY METALS” New Exhibit Now in the Cultural Center Gallery
NEW YORK MILLS, MN, March 9, 2023 — The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is pleased to announce its new gallery exhibit “Heavy Metals.” This show features the metal art of eight regional artists. This exciting and dynamic artwork will be on display March 8 – April 8, 2023. A reception will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Works of art in the show vary greatly in style, materials, and techniques, from knives to functional pieces to large-scale sculpture. Included in the show are metal sculptures by Tim Cassidy and by Paul Albright, knives by Timothy Pierce and by Jerry Hobbs, small sculpture by Jessica Woods, blacksmithing by Barry Tumberg, custom spears by Wayne Becker, and decorative, functional ironwork by Jamie Virnala. These artists and fine craftsmen are all regional residents, having displayed and sold their work for many years.
The use of metals for art and functional items has been in practice for millennia, from the earliest crude metal worked pieces 7,000 years ago to modern times, any work made of mined ores is considered metal art. While much of early metal work was functional such as cups, platters, or shields, most were also decorated using a variety of techniques that expressed the creativity of the maker. The tools and techniques of the modern metal worker are very similar to their ancient counterparts. In the “Heavy Metals” gallery show, viewers will be treated to unique works that combine artistic vision with expert craftsmanship.
At the reception on Friday, March 17th, several artists will be on hand to discuss their work, techniques, and styles. The reception held from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. is free to attend and open to all. Artist talks will begin at 5 pm. Refreshments will be available.
The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center Gallery is free to see and open to the public. Gallery Hours are Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am-7pm, Fridays 10am-5pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm. Private viewings can be arranged anytime by calling Cheryl Bannes at 218-385-3339 or emailing [email protected].
These activities are made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through an operating support grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Visit kulcher.org or call the Cultural Center at 218-385-3339 with any questions.
About the Cultural Center
The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is a rural hub for creativity, community vitality, and lifelong learning in the arts. The Center offers visitors intimate opportunities to encounter art and artists in its 80-seat concert listening room, visual art gallery in a historic building, gift shop featuring local artists, artist residency program, sculpture park, and a variety of opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Since its incorporation in 1990, the Cultural Center has been passionate about connecting people to artists and rich cultural experiences in rural Minnesota, celebrating the local and being a window to the world. For more information, call 218-385-3339, or visit www.kulcher.org.
