Brian Myers ‘Liberation’ show @ Art Box
We hope everyone’s heading out to First Friday this weekend. While you’re canvassing the art scene, we’d be remiss if we didn’t put a plug in for one of our own. Board member Brian Myers has been hard at work on his new show, entitled “Liberation” opening at the Art Box Gallery (Stutz II Building, 217 West 10th St. Suite 125) on Friday, April 3. (Here’s a map.)
Here’s his artist statement about the show:
My recent paintings are of paper airplanes, to-go bags, and toy airplanes, set adrift in atmospheric sky scenes. My earlier still life paintings focused on arrangements of everyday objects like umbrellas and paper airplanes painted directly from life as they lay on the studio floor. In the recent work these objects are placed in a context where they begin to take on movement and meaning of their own. I have always been drawn to make images that suggest human experience and portray a sense of absence, like empty chairs or discarded toys. To me the airplanes and bags in the sky are expressions of liberation or grace and suggest the fleetingness of life.
The show ends April 22.
50 Words with…Hugh Vandivier
How did you come to be executive director of Primary Colours?
I came to know founder Jeff Martin though a mutual friend and would regularly attend openings at his gallery back in the day. He asked me to join the board of Primary Colours in 2005, and when the need for a paid staff person arose, the board decided that I was uniquely qualified to fill the position.
Where did you go to school? What did you study?
I earned an AB in English from Wabash College and an MSJ from Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
So, how did a writer get involved in a visual arts nonprofit?
I was brought on board primarily to help with writing grants and communications for its events. Whether they be visual artists, musicians, or writers, creative people keenly observe our world and have an innate ability to solve problems. Oh, and I have long had an abiding love of the arts.
What’s your vision for the organization?
If you look at the cities that are strong and growing, they all have a vibrant cultural scene. To acheive this goal, I feel developing meaningful partnerships and mutual relationships is crucial. Primary Colours strives to help emerging artists showcase their talents and to educate and nurture their audience.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I volunteer as an assistant swim coach for Wabash College and as an advisor to my fraternity there, Phi Delta Theta. I like to write fiction and nonfiction essays. I love to watch movies and hang out with my friends. And I swim to keep in shape.
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50 Words with…Brian Myers
How long have you been on the Primary Colours Board?
Almost three years now.
What’s your day job?
I work for the IUPUI, Herron School of Art. I’m a foundations instructor and shop technician.
Where did you go to school? What did you study?
I actually graduated from Herron with a degree in painting.
What is your artistic medium of choice?
Oils.
Why do you contribute your time to Primary Colours?
Over past few years, I have participated in the three main Primary Colours events: Art vs. Art, Allotropy, and Toys.
I enjoy being on the organizational side of these events because they offer great opportunities for artists while enriching the local community.
