Art is a puzzle, and the answer lies in the balance.
Fables, Allegory and Aestheticism:
Art of the Message
May 9 - July 19, 2020
Opening Reception
Saturday May 9; 6- 8:30 pm
2600 E. Richview Road
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Due to the coronavirus closure,
the Cedarhurst "Art of the Message" exhibit
has been tentatively rescheduled for:
August 2 - October 4, 2020
Opening Reception
Saturday , August 2; 6- 8:30 pm
Everyone stay safe and make art!
My involvement in drawing and painting birds started in college. As most undergraduates, I had been experimenting with different media and techniques trying to find my niche. When my BFA show approached, I decided I needed a central theme for the exhibit. After reviewing my portfolio, I felt the work that featured our fine, feathered friends had been my strongest. Most of my pieces had a nature-based narrative, so it seemed like a good fit.
Over time, my interests progressed and evolved. In addition to the studio work, I started bird-watching and doing nature photography as well. As a result, a variety of different series of work have developed over the years. Each distinctive, but all still linked by the subject matter.
I enjoy both the creative and technical aspects of making art. Technically, I continually investigate elements of composition. Creatively, I try to develop ideas unique to my personality.
After more than 25 years, I still have an enthusiasm for the topic, and I try to capture that excitement in each and every one of my compositions.
David M. Yates 2019
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