The Sandy Hill Arts Center is pleased to present

WE'RE ALL AT A PARTY CALLED LIFE ON EARTH!

an installation of painted sculpture works on paper, and interactive elements

by

FROBERTAN

FRAN BULL AND ROBERT BLACK

DECEMBER 3, 2021-JANUARY 15, 2022

Reception:  TBA

Fran Bull, A Fool is Born, Venetian plaster, acrylic paint, mixed mediums, wood, size: various.

Photo credit:  Don Ross

 Through mirth, satire and primary colors invoking associations to the art materials of childhood, the gallery becomes a place in which to enjoy the sensuality of visual art.  At the same time, a community forum is created for the contemplation ofserious issues we humans now face: how can we come together in peace and health in our current world?  What stories can we share that illuminate our essential unity as human beings on Earth?

  Fran Bull

 

Artist Fran Bull and her longtime collaborator, Architect Robert Black bring a PARTY to the Sandy Hill Arts Center. This joyous installation of painted figurative sculpture, architectural structures and works on paper, features a festive and diverse collection of characters. The motley array is inspired by Commedia Dell'arte, Carnival, Boardwalk, Circus, the polychromed sculpture of the ancient Greeks and even  Shakespeare's Fools. Crafted over several years in studio in Brandon, Vermont, Fran and Robert wish to convey, through the diversity and celebratory attitudes of the sculptures,  the urgency for all humans to learn to live peacefully on earth. The pandemic has taught us that we are all connected, all related, that our lives are intertwined. This party is imagined as a metaphor for our very lives on the planet. It is envisioned as an incalculably precious, mirthful and sacred gift. The artists have staged a party  in the beautiful, newly restored Sandy Hill Arts Center.

We're All At A Party is envisioned as a community event. Part of its mission is to promote wholesomeness and creativity. Visitors-adults and children- are encouraged to engage with the installation by writing thoughts and making drawings. Work tables  and art supplies will be provided. All are invited.

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rep:  Mario Messina, Pres., CCO

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BIO: Fran Bull is an award-winning sculptor, painter, printmaker, performance artist, and poet.  She has been exhibiting her work worldwide for over 40 years. Her art is included in numerous museum and university collections, including the Brooklyn Museum, The Museum of Modern Art in New York, and the Guilin Museum in China.

Bull’s early Photorealist art brought her international acclaim, but in the mid-1980’sthis more identifiable approach evolved towards art that could be understood as a visualization of unseen worlds. Today Bull's quest is to connect ordinary life to larger mythic and historical motifs, themes, and narratives.

Recent exhibitions include the Venice Biennale 2017 and 2019, the Sheldon Museum in Middlebury, and the Cornell Art Museum in Winter Park, Florida. Her book of original etchings and silkscreened text, titled "31 Days",  was recently acquired for the permanent collection of the Biblioteca Nacional de Catalunya.

Among Bull’s published books on art and poetry is choose your own title released in September 2019 by Damiani, Bologna. Fran Bull makes her art in Brandon, Vermont, and Barcelona, Spain.

BIO:  Robert Black 

Robert Black is an architect, artist, teacher and professional facilitator with diverse experience in design, construction, community building, group dynamics, and creating art installations.  His life experiences include: parenting, business management, dramatic and music performance, public speaking, seminars creation, architectural history research, and studies in human behavior and spiritual practices.  Robert has served and continues his public service as a Trustee on non-profit Boards.

Robert’s creative endeavors include 45 years as a licensed architect and personal art explorations in photography and collage.  Collaborations with life partner Fran Bull have created art installations and special presentations in Vermont, around the U.S., and other parts of the world.