Nancy Purington - Twelve Views of Water
June 28 - August 23, 2009
Observing wave patterns upon the surface of the Mississippi River while trying to measure the force of an invisible current defines the place of origin for a lifelong investigation into the transformative phenomenon of change.
Where does Change begin?
What Shape does it take?
What Form does it make?
These questions took a hold of the artist as a child growing up the Mississippi River. In her search for clues about the nature of truth and beauty she created compositions from a lexicon of images collected by observation and experience. These works of art are proof of one Iowa girl’s life.
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