Art Gallery highlights eclectic art from private collections
Kaitlin Freeman
Issue date: 10/14/08 Section: Arts & Society
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The art was whimsical, innovative, antique and captivating. For instance, a slate-colored leather lounge chair equipped with stainless steel light fixture (perfect for reading) was displayed as a 1930s art structure.
The ability to portray simple furniture simultaneously as an aesthetic piece of work isn't easy yet was accomplished here and admired by many. There were displays of 1930s lamp design drawings as well. They were done with colored pencil and water color, complimenting the chair and lamp fixtures on display beside it.
Continuing with innovative art, the exhibit displayed antique light fixtures in a glass cabinet, as well as antique lanterns, old fashioned playing cards and other miscellaneous artifacts. The array was enticing, quaint and historical. It was truly an interesting display of work as well as a visual pleasure to observe.
Alongside the remarkable antique structures and artwork was what dazzled most of all: the outstanding photography. In particular, one piece stood out defiantly. A simple tree branch hovered over a misty fog stopped people in their tracks. It was haunting, moving and mystical. This piece by Joseph Hyde was one most certainly desired those who took note.
Furthermore, the extraordinary photography didn't stop at the Untitled tree branch piece. There were whimsical photographs of oriental design as well. These pieces were intricate, detailed and incredibly fun. They appeared to have made every viewer smile in enjoyment.
However, what stood out most prominent, demanding every on-lookers attention upon entrance was Sara Hobbs' Untitled-Perfectionist. This large photograph consumed the most wall space in the gallery, displaying a mountain of sharp, crumpled paper piled in a room.
The crisp white paper mountain was contrasted well with the rich, dark wood of the desk, as well as the vibrant, green bush and blinding light pouring in from the window.
In addition to innovative pieces, there were impressive lithographs on display as well. A hard technique to execute, the several designs showed were creative and very talented.
An artistic design by Hollis Sigler called Waiting for Divine Inspiration was displayed parallel to a more modern design of the slang word YO, a section that appealed to many. Another favorite piece in the gallery was Lauren Green's Mixed Media. It was a psychedelic collage of natural materials, colors and textures. It was vibrant and exuberant.
Overall, the newest art exhibit at the Loyola College art gallery is more than worth the visit. It is inspiring and intriguing. The pieces not only make one think and wonder but also stop and appreciate the uniqueness and unorthodox aesthetic quality of some art. The artists are undeniably talented and expected by all those impressed by the exhibit to continue defying artistic boundaries in the future.
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