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Artist Andre Ferrella
Awakens the Spirit of Discovery
Elmhurst Art Museum Programs Provide Insight into the Artist’s World
ELMHURST, IL - The Elmhurst
Art Museum presents Andre Ferrella: Artist of the Spirit, a
spectacular exhibition of mystery and discovery from September 30,
2006 through January 7, 2007. An internationally celebrated
multi-media artist, painter, and photographer, Andre Ferrella
emphasizes thoughtful consideration of our place in the universe
while producing imaginative, luminous images. His art ranges from
the beauty of nature and its relationship with light to using a
variety of artistic methods that include physically painting with
light on photographic film and the manipulation of the human figure
to represent harmony in the universe. His work explores the realm of
microorganisms and draws a line of similarity to stars and galaxies
within the cosmos. Ferrella’s portfolio includes works such as “The
Living Pictures”, “Soul Portraits”, and “Spirit Boxes”. Artwork from
all three series will be on display at the Elmhurst Art Museum
during the fall of 2006. Activities for Kids
Be the Artist: Andre Ferrella
Wednesday, October 18 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Grades 5-8)
Tour through the galleries to view artwork by internationally
acclaimed artist, Andre Ferrella. Ferrella creates 'Spirit Boxes',
which both mystify and awe the viewer. These three-dimensional boxes
capture the physical sense of the human figure as well as an aura of
the spirit within. Create your own ‘Spirit Box’ to catch your sense
of being and spirit! Cost is $6.50/participant or $5.50 for museum
members. Call 630.834.0202 to register now!
Make a Mask Workshop
Saturday, November 11 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Grades 1-5)
This workshop includes a tour of the Andre Ferrella exhibition where
participants will see mask-like digital images of various faces.
Each child will then decorate their own mask to represent their
sense of self and spirit. At the end of the workshop, children will
have the opportunity to share their masks with each other, and
explain the meaning behind their creations. Please bring a sack
lunch and a smock. Cost is $15.00/participant or $10.00 for museum
members. Call 630.834.0202 to register now!
Programs for Adults
Andre Ferrella: Artist of the
Spirit
Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Join Executive Director D. Neil Bremer, exhibition curator, for a
discussion focusing on the unique evolution of Ferrella’s work from:
his spirit, his art, and his process. FREE with price of admission.
Spirituality, Religion and Art
Wednesday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Gloria Groom, the David and Mary Winton Green Curator of
European Painting at The Art Institute of Chicago, as she presents a
lecture focusing on the historical influence of spirituality and
religion on the creation and appreciation of art. FREE with price of
admission. Call 630.834.0202 to register now!
Gallery Talks
Tour the galleries with Elmhurst Art Museum docent, Ida Kotyuk, for
an educational tour of the Andre Ferrella exhibition. The tour also
includes other exhibits on display at the museum as well as the
McCormick House designed by Mies van der Rohe. Open to all ages and
FREE with the price of admission.
Sunday, October 1, 2006 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 5, 2006 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 3, 2006 2:00
p.m. Sunday, January 7, 2007 2:00 p.m.
The exhibition is funded through the
generous support of Mr. and Mrs. David Pauly, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond
Allen, and the City of Elmhurst Community Grant Program.
Additional support is provided by Rex
Electric Inc. & Technologies, and Mr. and Mrs. Don Alexander.
Promotional support provided by
Chicago Public Radio. 91.5FM and Comcast.
The Elmhurst Art Museum’s
award-winning modern museum structure incorporates the Ludwig Mies
van der Rohe-designed McCormick House, one of three such residences
designed by the internationally known architect, and contains museum
galleries, an education center and a variety of outdoor sculpture.
Located only 15 miles west of Chicago and adjacent to the Metra West
train line, the Museum offers public tours and programs, guest
lectures and art classes on a regular basis. Its mission is to
enrich the lives of its visitors by broadening their knowledge,
increasing their sensitivity to the fine arts and sparking the
development of their own creative talents.
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