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ver the years, during this issue I have shared stories about my amazing art teacher Elizabeth De Wolfe and my love of the MAIN ST Fort Worth Arts Festival. My daughter recently chaperoned “The Noodle’s” field trip to the Kimball and she told me that she just didn’t get looking at art. I told her art is subjective, it’s how the art you see makes you feel. I can remember the first time I saw the Degas Ballerina paintings. I was no more than 10 years old and had high hopes of becoming a prima ballerina. When I took one look at that painting, I was transported into that French dance class. I am just knowledgeable enough about some artists to sound like I know what I am talking about. In reality, I pick my favorites and when asked about someone I don’t know, I excuse myself for some sort of urgent matter. April in Fort Worth is the kick-off of one of my favorite times. So go to the Modern and enjoy brunch, walk through the Kimball, attend the Main St Arts Festival, listen to one of the many amazing musicians playing on the numerous patios across the city. The cover is a painting done by local artist James Hinkle. He introduced us to the wonderful people at Arts Fifth Avenue and we are blessed to call him a friend. As always, we are thankful to be allowed to share our stories with you and hope that you reach out and share yours with us. See you around town!
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The Modern has an artistic legacy that stretches
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Around Town
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Hot Spot
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Giving Back
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Local Limelight
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Inspired By
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Artist’s Palette
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Parting Thoughts
22 A Place to Shine
Art's Fifth Avenue gives the community a place to sing,
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A Turkish Delight THE FLYING CARPET OFFERS CUISINE, RUGS, AND AN AUTHENTIC TURKISH EXPERIENCE.
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ARTICLE DOUGLAS MATUS
yalanji yaprak dolmas or an appetizer of
PHOTOGRAPHY NANCY FARRAR
arnavut jiyeri, topped off with some kazandibi or kunefe, and washed down with an ice-cold glass of ayran. If that sounds delicious, chances are you’ve already discovered the Flying Carpet Turkish Cafe, located in a restored wooden bungalow off West Magnolia at 1223 Washington Avenue. If, rather, it reads like a tongue twister, or left you wondering whether the writer’s spellcheck has betrayed him, you owe it to yourself to broaden your culinary horizons. Become familiar with the Flying Carpet and its bounty of Turkish delectables — and you just might discover your new favorite cuisine. This landmark to the food and culture of Turkey is the brainchild of Brent Rowan Hyder, an entrepreneur and academic with expansive knowledge of Middle Eastern culture. “I had homes in Turkey and became interested in rugs,” says Brent. “I was very keen to open something in Fort Worth that reflected Turkish culture, and had a longtime friend who was a carpet dealer. I saw this property available, and thought it would make a perfect site for a carpet shop.” The property in question was a hundredyear-old bungalow residence that Brent initially saw as a teardown. “It looked terrible from the outside. Inside, the walls were covered with wallpaper and cheap paneling. Then, we began to take it all down, and I saw what the walls actually CONTINUED >
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Become familiar with the Flying Carpet and its bounty of Turkish delectables — and you just might discover your new favorite cuisine.
looked like, and the floor plans, and recog-
intervene — by way of New Jersey — to let
of appetites, with marinated cubes of lamb
nized it as a jewel.”
his celebration of Turkish culture take flight.
grilled to perfection on skewers.
It turned out that the rundown bungalow
Cebrail Demirtas hails from Istanbul, and
Hunkâr beyindi, which translates as “the
boasted all-wood construction and an interior
prior to his arrival in Fort Worth owned
sultan was pleased,” presents tender pieces
fully sheathed in centuries-old long-leaf pine.
and operated his own Turkish restaurant in
of lamb simmered in a tomato sauce, then
Brent restored the building, then added exterior
Denville, New Jersey. Brent’s offer to operate
laid to rest on a bed of smoked eggplant
pillars constructed in Afghanistan from 100-year-
the Flying Carpet held appeal for Cebrail,
puree. For a sampler entree, patrons can
old cedar. The “rug shop” came together nicely,
not least of all because of certain similarities
try Karishik izgara, which presents a combi-
but slow sales prompted Brent to brainstorm
between Texas and his native land.
nation of kebabs. As for a dish that Cebrail
ways to attract customers. “I thought we could serve Turkish coffee,
“In Texas there is nice weather and good people,” says Cebrail. “Similar to Turkey.”
wishes more people would try? Karides guvech, which is a shrimp casserole with
tea and baklava, or those wonderful pud-
Cebrail’s menu offerings stand as a combi-
dings the Turks do so well,” says Brent. “The
nation of traditional and family recipes. Every
city said that to make Turkish coffee, which
ingredient that goes into the food must first
While the food has taken center stage,
requires an open flame, I needed the appara-
undergo his scrutiny, and the chef himself
the Flying Carpet does, in fact, remain a
tus of a full kitchen.”
goes out to purchase the freshest ingredi-
rug shop. Before or after dinner, patrons
ents on a daily basis.
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The Turkish rug shop necessitated Turkish
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garlic
and
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coffee, which called for a kitchen. Now that
“Everything passes through my hands,”
Turkish carpets, some of which are over
he had the kitchen, logic would dictate that
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100 years old. The stunning decor is in
Brent needed a chef — but here the layering
cooking. All the meat is halal, which means it
itself worth a visit. According to Brent,
of developments hit a snag.
satisfies strict guidelines for healthiness.”
everything inside the restaurant comes
“I couldn’t find any chefs from Turkey with
Cebrail has noticed a few dishes that
from Turkey, Syria, Damascus, Morocco,
have become particularly popular among
Egypt, Iran and Afghanistan. As an hom-
Without an authentic chef, Brent’s ven-
his Texan clientele. For main course entrees,
age to a fascinating and ancient culture,
ture came to a standstill. Luckily, fate would
the shish kebab can satisfy the healthiest
the Flying Carpet truly soars.
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The Modern Never Goes Out of
Style The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth has an artistic legacy that stretches from the 19th to 21st centuries. ARTICLE DOUGLAS MATUS
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manage this better than others; a few special ones, such as the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, transcend their function as stewards of contemporary art, and become centerpieces of their community’s cultural life. In a story that has unfolded across three centuries — the 19th, 20th, and now the 21st — the Modern has not only changed, but blossomed into a vibrant showpiece institution. “We’re the oldest art museum in Texas and one of the oldest museums in the western United States,” says Kendal SmithLake, manager of communications for the museum. “We first received our charter in 1892 as the Fort Worth Public Library and Art Gallery. The name and mission have, of course, evolved over the years.” Twenty-five local women founded the Public Library and Art Gallery in an effort to inject 19th-century Cowtown with a dose of culture. In 1901, the fledgling institution became the Carnegie Public Library Art Gallery, and acquired its first piece of art, George Inness’s Approaching Storm, in 1904. The museum’s first exhibition in 1909 preceded another change of name, to the Fort Worth Museum of Art, which established a permanent focus on the visual arts. The name and mission changed a few more times over the next several decades, and in 1987 became defined by a single epithet: modern. The current building, designed by internationally-renowned architect Tadao
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Ando, celebrated its grand opening in 2002. Since the New Modern opened, Fort Worth
he concept of “modern,” by necessity, must evolve along
has come to appreciate its showpiece museum
with the times. An object, idea or person, once labeled
as a destination for much more than just art.
“modern,” can only remain so for a limited period, before the
Tuesday Evenings at the Modern, which con-
passage of years renders it outdated, the antithesis of new.
tinues through April 19th, gives the public a free
Entire artistic movements have suffered this fate:
opportunity to hear lectures from noted artists,
Modernism, for example, developed in literature through the
historians, critics and architects. Magnolia at the
first decades of the 20th century, and soon came to infuse
Modern is a film series that brings independent
art of all varieties. Now, however, giants of Modernist art
films and art cinema to Fort Worth. New films
like James Joyce and Egon Schiele seem firmly rooted in
screen every weekend, and present a golden
the past, and even so-called Postmodernism is becoming a
opportunity to see important cinematic pieces
relic of the previous century.
otherwise unavailable in Fort Worth theaters.
From this viewpoint, it seems remarkable that anything
Cafe Modern has also made the museum
could claim modernity in the face of passing years, much
one of Fort Worth’s most popular and
less decades. Yet modern art museums do just that, and
exquisite destinations for brunch and
grapple with the changing face of art to present a picture
lunch. With menus designed by Executive
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1. Book with Wings by Anselm Kiefer 2. Ladder for Booker T. Washington by Martin Puryear 3. Reclining woman reading by Pablo Picasso 4. Gran Cairo from Frank Stella: A Retrospective
Chef Denise Shavandy, Cafe Modern presents fresh, seasonal food made exclusively from scratch with all-natural ingredients.
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Confronted with the Modern’s bounty of riches, a visitor may wonder about the curators’ selection process. Kendal Smith-Lake explains:
As far as elegant dining environments go, no other Metroplex
“First, our curators look for artists and exhibitions of work from the 1940s
restaurant can compete with Cafe Modern, oriented as it is with expan-
to present that have had an impact on our society and artists working
sive views of the Modern’s exquisite landscaping and reflecting pool.
today. They research new art and artists constantly, and investigate inter-
To enjoy dinner at Cafe Modern, patrons can join Friday Night at the
national art to bring in work that they feel is important for the Fort Worth
Modern. Table reservations are recommended, as the popular weekly
community to see, experience, and learn from.”
event gives an opportunity to indulge in a romantic, cultured night out.
At its core, the Modern Art Museum exists to serve the people of Fort
Of course, the Modern’s extracurriculars only supplement the
Worth. Practically everyone has at least one memory affiliated with the
museum’s premier offering: the art itself. “We hope the diversity of options will be a catalyst to entice visitors into our galleries and experience art they might not have seen before,”
museum, whether it was a particularly impactful exhibition, attendance at a special event, delectable lunch, or an encounter with Richard Serra’s Vortex, the massive outdoor piece that lends itself so well to echoes.
says Kendal. “Our mission is to collect and display modern and con-
As for the overall importance of the arts in Fort Worth, consider the pop-
temporary art, so these offerings serve as an invitation to get people
ularity of the MAIN ST Arts Festival, or the sheer bounty offered through
in our door and open their eyes to something new.”
the presence of three world-class art museums in a single cultural district.
In order to place a continued emphasis on “new,” the Modern main-
“Fort Worth has shown that the arts are very important,” says Kendal.
tains the special FOCUS series to expose the public to emerging artists.
“They bring interest and culture to our community, along with an eco-
Museum-goers can rely on the FOCUS series to keep them abreast
nomic impact. People and companies alike are attracted to Fort Worth
of current trends in the world of art; at the same time, the Modern’s
thanks to the arts, and the Modern is important in that the work we
special exhibitions shine a spotlight on some of the established giants
show isn’t shown anywhere else. We’re lucky to have three museums
of modern and contemporary art.
that collect and exhibit artwork from different eras.”
The museum’s next major exhibition, a retrospective of the work
The next time you find yourself with an open afternoon, or even
of Frank Stella, opens on April 17th. One of America’s most important
just an hour to kill, make your way down to the Modern. If it’s been
living artists, Frank Stella’s retrospective will stand as the single-most
awhile since your last visit, you can expect an entirely new experi-
comprehensive collection of his career to date. About 120 works
ence, from the exhibitions to the cafe menu, the films in the theater
showcase the artist’s proficiency from the 1950s until today, and
to the goods in the shop. After all, that’s what it’s all about for the
include sculptures, paintings, maquettes, reliefs and drawings.
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Giving Back
A PLACE TO ARTS FIFTH AVENUE GIVES THE COMMUNITY A PLACE TO SING, DANCE AND GROW WITHIN THE ARTS ARTICLE DOUGLAS MATUS | PHOTOGRAPHY ANN BECK
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ver the past several years, the neighborhood of Fairmount has
Changes to funding for small non-profits led Arts on Tap to close
grown into one of the city’s premier cultural areas. A combi-
its doors in 1995 — but Gracey was far from discouraged. She refo-
nation of inventive restaurants, hip nightspots, annual festivals and
cused her efforts to promote tap on the West Coast, and did extensive
one-of-a-kind boutiques attracts a steady stream of shoppers, diners
work with the International Tap Festival and Portland’s Jazz Society.
and revelers, while many of the neighborhood’s historic old homes
This period culminated in Gracey’s co-production of three sold-out
stand as showpieces of restoration and tasteful design.
performances celebrating tap and the music of Duke Ellington, with a
While Magnolia Avenue serves as the neighborhood’s center-
total attendance of 6,000 people.
piece, its heart resides a couple blocks farther south, at 1628 Fifth
Back in Fort Worth, singer and actress Peggy Bott Kirby had
Avenue. There, Arts Fifth Avenue, whose doors opened in 2001,
the idea to create a dedicated space for the instruction and per-
provides a space for community events, classes and performances,
formance of percussion and tap. She reached out to Eddie Dunlap,
while also defining a neighborhood ethos of collaboration, accep-
artistic director of Mondo Drummers, and Gracey for help with
tance and esteem for the arts.
the endeavor. The trio’s efforts resulted in the revitalization of both
Arts Fifth Avenue actually got its start much earlier and in a differ-
Mondo Drummers and Arts on Tap, unified under a single roof as
ent part of town. In 1989, Gracey Tune, an internationally-renowned
Arts Fifth Avenue. The doors officially opened on September 11th,
tap dancer, opened Arts on Tap on Fort Worth’s westside. Her goal?
2001, a day whose tragedy forged an early bond between the
To draw attention to the historically under-appreciated dance that
nascent organization’s staff and students.
ranks with jazz as a broadly significant American original.
Over the years, A5A’s offerings have expanded greatly from the
“Our goal with Arts on Tap was to help revive a great American
original focus on percussion and tap. As a fully-fledged alternative
dance form and educate the community,” says Gracey. “The impetus
arts organization, A5A has dedicated itself to discovery, experience
behind the vision came from my mother, who always wanted me to
and self-expression through the arts, and strives to make its services
have a place for tap dancing.”
accessible to everyone.
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“Our mission is to provide a forum of expression for dancers, choreographers, musicians, composers, and visual and performing artists,” says Gracey. “And also to stimulate and preserve interest in tap dance and jazz music.” In pursuance of this mission, A5A makes affordability a key component of its programming, with nominal prices and scholarships available by request. On any given week, interested parties can sign up for a wide range of classes and workshops, while special performances give an opportunity to enjoy the arts and support the neighborhood institution. “Tap remains very popular, as is our home-school program,” says Gracey of A5A’s offerings. “We also have yoga classes, burlesque classes, and a free vocal chorus
the time to take a class, its special perfor-
Day, begins May 25th at 7pm. This free show,
class where people can come and sing.”
mance schedule gives the perfect opportunity.
open to all ages and held on A5A’s outdoor
All of A5A’s classes and workshops are
Classical guitar fans will not want to miss a
stage, will feature the direction of Gracey her-
taught by recognized experts who have
performance on April 9th from Mitch Weverka,
self, along with tap dancers from across North
achieved mastery in their specialty fields.
a prize-winning guitarist local to Fort Worth.
Texas and music by the Joe Rogers Trio.
A full range of classes is listed on the
A5A will host a murder mystery fundraiser,
organization’s website, along with sched-
Alice Doesn’t Kill Here Anymore, presented by
abound at Arts Fifth Avenue. If you’d like
ules and pricing information.
the Crimescene Company on April 23rd.
to get involved, buy tickets for an event
If you’d like to support Arts Fifth Avenue
The Tap Dance Day Celebration, an annual
and its community mission, but do not have
event held in honor of National Tap Dance
Additional
volunteer
opportunities
or sign up for a class, visit them online at www.artsfifthavenue.org
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Local Limelight
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n the past, Dublin, Texas’s sole claim to fame was the Dr. Pepper produced at its local bottling plant. Famous among soda cogno-
scenti, the Dublin Dr. Pepper Bottling Company was the only plant in the world that produced the original, cane sugar-sweet-
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ened recipe of the iconic soda. As of 2012, Dublin Bottling Works no longer produces Dr. Pepper, and it has fallen to another homegrown original to account for the town’s wider distinction. Singer-songwriter Luke Wade, who came to fame on the stage of NBC’s The Voice, counts Dublin as his hometown. Throughout the course of Luke’s childhood and adolescence, it was this Texas town that provided the inspiration now given voice in his heartfelt songs. “Growing up in a small town had a definite effect on my journey, which affected my story and perspective, and the sentiment of my writing,” says Luke. “More specifically, I think it gave me the advantage of being a blank slate for longer.” This “small town advantage,” where
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the horizons of childhood fall firmly within town and family, can drive a person inward and cause them to cultivate the imagination and creative faculties. An openness and receptivity to new experiences can come with the sudden exposure to new influences.
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“I was 18 when I left home for college,” says Luke. “I saw so many things for the very first time. At home we’d go to the city to get school clothes, but that was it. There were a lot of things I hadn’t seen or experienced.” This exposure ballooned rapidly with Luke’s stint on national television, where he made it deep into The Voice’s seventh season and gained a widespread following. Luke’s career began well before The Voice, however. “I had just released my second album, The River, before the show started,”
says Luke. “We had an album release with maybe 600 to 700 people, so things were going pretty well. The show took it to to a different level, though.”
While The Voice may have brought Luke fame, he credits the true genesis of his career to the music-loving public of Fort Worth. Luke moved to Fort Worth after college in 2008, and got his first break at the club located across the street from his apartment. “I begged the owner to let me play there on Monday nights,” says Luke. “I built that night up until a couple hundred people would come. I’d burn CDs for every show, hang flyers in all the coffee shops, stuff more flyers in the Fort Worth Weeklies, so people would find them. I really hustled in Fort Worth, and the city responded.” In acknowledgment of Luke’s work ethic and success, Mayor Betsy Price inaugurated December 4th as Luke Wade Day. “Fort Worth has definitely rallied around me,” says Luke. “Not only is it my home, but I feel indebted to it as well.” Fans of Luke Wade can look forward to two special gifts: his third studio album, nearing completion, and a special headlining set at the MAIN ST Arts Festival on Friday, April 15th. The new album is born from an intensely fruitful period, in which Luke pushed himself to confront past fears in the attainment of new creative heights. “This record is about my coming to understand that the things I’m afraid of are the things I need the most,” says Luke. “The previous album took about eight months, but with this one, we went into the studio and finished the tracking in four-and-a-half days.” As for inspiration, Luke identifies two main sources that inform his art.
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“The first is writing from your place in the world, when you draw inspiration from what’s around you,” says Luke. “Then, for me, I try to find some dark corners in my life and shine a light on them. I try to get out of my comfort zone and think about the nature of my relationships, my fixation on romantic love, and what about that is real and what is not.” This new album marks a leap forward for Luke, as he refines his songwriting and performances, and pushes himself to make the most of his gifts and opportunities. “I understand that I’m very fortunate to have a voice that is recognizable and can make people feel things,” says Luke. “What I wanted to do with this new
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Inspired By
written in fine prints THE LIFE'S WORK OF MASTER PRINTMAKER DAVID CONN APPEARS LIKE A STORY FORETOLD ARTICLE DOUGLAS MATUS
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avid Conn’s artistic journey, which has spanned decades, has led him toward a mastery of his craft now apparent in every creation. Like all journeys, it began with a single step. In David’s case, the moment occurred while still a child, in the midst of a mundane event that would have momentous repercussions on the rest of his life. “The moment came when I was very young,” says David of when he realized his future vocation. “It was a field trip to the children’s museum. I must have been 11 or 12 years old.” David’s class visited the museum to view exhibits on science and history. The proto-artist became distracted, however, by something quite different: a display of engravings. The child’s attention drew the notice of the museum’s curator, and a teachable moment planted the seed for a lifelong pursuit. “The two pictures turned out to be Durer, and the curator stopped to talk to me about them,” says David. “She told me they were engravings from the 1400s. I had no idea what they were or what art was, but I knew I wanted to do that. Ironically, graphics and prints are what I’ve been doing for the last 50 years.” The qualities that make a good printmaker — patience, dedication and craftsmanship — had been instilled in David even earlier. His
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father, a fly fisherman, inculcated in David an appreciation for artistry and repetition. “As a boy I would sit and watch my father makes flies for fly-fishing,” says David. “He would make the bodies, lacquer them, line them all up, then do the feathers. It’s the same repetition that I really enjoy about printmaking. It’s a process.” The process and artistry behind printmaking is not commonly understood. Painstaking and exact, prints — and especially the linocuts made by David — punish mistakes, and necessitate a carefully maintained awareness of every step of the process. Linocuts, similar to woodcuts, begin with a sheet of blank material. The artist then carves an image in relief into the surface, which, once finished, gets inked and pressed onto another surface to create a print. David explains his own practice: “You start with a concept and get the image going. You carve away, and that’s where the creation occurs, the little mistakes and corrections. Then you proof it, make a print and study it to see what you need to correct, or whether it’s good and ready to come into the world. At that point, you put on the horsehair shirt and become a machine. Everything has to be done in an orderly way, and there’s a mechanical nature to the printmaking process. It’s like cooking: you take a recipe, and once it’s the way you like, repeat it time and again.”
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For David, whose work deals often with woodland scenes, inspiration comes from nature. Unlike traditional landscapes, which function through the interplay of foreground, middle and background, David’s pieces place the viewer directly into the action. The viewer’s eye drifts over and escapes into the piece, to create a personal impression that resonates deeply. David pursues this effect quite consciously, and credits other artists for his approach: “The first time I saw Franz Kline, it was like entering an elevator and getting dropped to the basement,” says David. “That abstract power just resonated with something inside me.” Shaw St. Studio, located at 1024 West Shaw Street, provides a home for both David and his work. A former pharmacy, this nearly century-old twostory building houses David’s gallery and studio on the first floor. Normally, visitors who wish to view his work must schedule an appointment; however, the MAIN ST Arts Festival on April 14-17 presents a special opportunity to both meet David and view his work, all while enjoying the additional bounty of art, music and food that the festival has to offer. As the recipient of a Merit Award in 2015, David has a sterling history with the festival. This year, his exhibit will occur in booth #318, and will include a series of winter scenes for the enjoyment of buyers and browsers alike. “The festival has benefited me greatly,” says David. “You put your work in a gallery, people come and drink wine, and it’s so social that people may not even look at the art. At the festival it’s different, it’s like a series of openings with a whole new group of people each day.”
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Artist’s Palette
trash
to treasure REBECCA LOW'S SCULPTURES CELEBRATE HIDDEN BEAUTY — AND COMMUNICATE AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE
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true artist sees potential wherever he or she looks — the hidden beauty in an object, person or event that simply needs to be drawn out in order to shine. Rebecca Low, the sculptor and owner of Rebecca Low Gallery at 7608 Camp Bowie West, has become a master seer of objects’ hidden potentials. Her sculptures, which range from freestanding to wall and floor pieces, combine found objects with the transformative power of the elements to create memorable and striking works of art. As an artist, her work is prominently featured in both public and private spaces; as a curator, she shares her vision of sculptural integrity with the community, and thus promotes a greater vision for Fort Worth art. “We promote creativity here,” says Rebecca of her gallery. “It’s about seeing things differently. The idea of turning trash into treasure as it could apply throughout our lives, whether it’s giving people a second chance, or getting to know someone before you make a decision.” To change a person’s perceptions: this, to Rebecca, is the goal of her art. People practice shifted perceptions every time they
look at a cloud and see a castle; at Rebecca Low Gallery, you can just as easily look at a pile of car parts and see a person. A representative sculpture, Carlotta, is comprised of salvaged antique auto parts. The various pieces, which include a headlight from a 1936 Ford and a 1962 VW Beetle bumper, combine with high-end automotive paint to render a charming and lively, seven-foot tall “lady.” The genesis of Carlotta actually mirrors Rebecca’s birth as a sculptor. As most great endeavors do, it commenced with the help of a committed partner. “I had a conversation with my dog, Pepper, about how I should be a recycler,” says Rebecca. “I had no idea that I could do sculpture or create. I had a design business for 25 years. I decided to make Carlotta because there were so many car parts laying around.” Rebecca had established a successful career as an interior designer, a skill set that would later come into play with the construction of her gallery. Walks with her dog became gathering expeditions, and her interest in combining found objects inspired Rebecca to take a pass/ fail welding course at Tarrant County Junior College. From there, Rebecca’s artistic interest ballooned with her burgeoning skill. Early commissions came in the form of designs for friends and necessitated a dedicated space. Throughout this period, Carlotta
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came closer and closer to completion; as the metallic lady came together in a combination of taillights and chrome, Rebecca saw her own future take shape. “Carlotta took about three years, and I had so much fun with her I decided I wanted to do sculpture for a living,” says Rebecca. “With some help from my family, I was able to get the property on Camp Bowie West and build the gallery. I was just going by the seat of my pants, no doubt about it.” The gallery, which Rebecca herself designed, houses her own work, along with pieces from 11 other artists. A 5,000-squarefoot garden space complements the indoor galleries and provides a home for Rebecca’s water sculptures. Rebecca’s personal studio, housed in the back, is the nexus for Carlotta’s diverse assortment of kindred. “About 50 percent of my work is residential,” says Rebecca. “We will work with anyone that has an appreciation for art and would like something lovely in their home, garden, pool or business.” In addition to the private pieces, Rebecca has created several major works that the public can view in places like Harris Hospital, the Village at Fairview shopping center and Fort Worth City Hall. Farther afield, Rebecca’s work also celebrates hope and health with a sculpture at Saint Elizabeth’s Regional Medical Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. “Many of the public pieces have a message,” explains Rebecca. “For many, it’s about joy and finding peace. They always form in my heart, there’s no doubt about that.” Art lovers should need no excuse to visit Rebecca’s gallery, which maintains regular hours Wednesday through Saturday. The bi-annual Gallery Night, which next occurs on September 10th, provides an opportunity to browse Rebecca’s gallery and mingle with the artist herself. To learn more about Rebecca, her art, or the other artists currently hosted in her gallery, visit www.rebeccalow.com.
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April APRIL 1 RODEO & CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS W.E. SCOTT THEATRE Ballet Frontier of Texas presents Rodeo & Carnival of the Animals.
APRIL 8 & 10
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APRIL 14 - 17 MAIN ST. FORT WORTH ARTS FESTIVAL DOWNTOW FORT WORTH The MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival is an annual event that showcases a nationally recognized fine art and fine craft juried art fair, live concerts,
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APRIL 2
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Parting Thoughts
Skipping Away from Adult Coloring Books? WORDS DENISE SNODELL
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hile hunting down a birthday gift for a creative friend, an enthusiastic boutique clerk introduced me to coloring books for grown-ups. “People love these,” he told me. “We’ve sold out quite a few versions!” I thumbed through what was left and thought: no. I wondered. How did this happen? Adult coloring books? Did the late Georgia O’Keefe once have a head-on collision with an unstable preschool teacher, and we’re just now learning about it? The concept is great, actually. These books have been trending and seem unstoppable. Imagine pages of intricate, fantastical illustrations tempting you to bring them to life with colored pencils, markers and/ or extra sharp crayons. I can understand the soothing zen of getting lost in imaginary gardens. We all need to occasionally block out Grown Up Land. A plantar fasciitis flare-up? Forget it, there’s a baby panda begging to be neon. Tax forms and utility bills? No, wait, let’s give the world a flaming tangerine lizard. The escape is alluring. But. Anything that takes me back to kindergarten craft days, even if it’s tweaked for people who can legally buy vodka, seems far from
therapeutic. This might be all me, but I must vent. For the sake of art. For one thing, if I were to try an adult coloring book, I would skip the rainbow pencils and choose old fashioned crayons. I have a million untouched boxes already jamming closets in my house, thanks to college-age sons who were forever underwhelmed with the kiddie coloring scene. If armed with a 64-pack, I would catch myself mid-mandala, remembering how one can never really sharpen a Crayola back to its original state of perfect pointiness. A lopsided, blunted carnation pink is the opposite of soothing. What’s more, crayons smell bad. Can we finally admit this? I’m sniffing a box now, for research purposes. I’m reminded of the desperate times when, as a kitchen rube, I put frozen food items in the oven, but forgot to peel off the “must remove” wrapping. Bingo--that’s the scent! Crayons are just little colorful tubes of melted burrito plastic. Behold the Crayola whiff: a subliminal flashback to the youthful failures of not reading directions, and the reprimands from coloring outside the line. And consider the cruel trickery of “red violet.” I’m sure, way back, every one of us experienced the red violet smack down. We thought we were reaching for red. But we put it to paper and—zammo--what could this be? Purple? Red? Rurple? No, it was the tint of a ruined cardinal. A weird fire truck. The overwhelming shade of disappointment. Maybe I have issues with trying to recapture my “carefree” youth. But I’m both practical and suspicious. I worry it’s only a matter of time before our grown-up-ness kicks in on this new, “centering” pastime. We’ll soon become competitive about our enchanted forests. We’ll post our work on our wine refrigerators, or worse, on social media. We’ll judge each other’s lost oceans. Then complaints will roll in about neck strain from looking down too much. There will be endless paper cuts. Lawsuits. Gel pen scams. Give it time. We adults are going to ruin this innocent hobby. These are agitating thoughts. Maybe I really do need the calming magic of an adult coloring book. If I can find one titled “Empty Rush Hour Highways,” and a box of crayons without red violet, I’ll be totally in.
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