Current Exhibit

The Douglas & Linda Paul Gallery
Located on the second floor of the historic Englert Theatre.
Open from 12 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, and during select performances.

Amber O'Harrow: Propagation By Layering

January 27 - February 27
Reception: Friday, February 3 from 5:30-7:30pm

Amber O'Harrow integrates a wide range of methods to make direct and intuitive expression in her work. She received her BFA from Rhode Island School of Design and her MFA from the University of Iowa. She exhibits in the US and in Europe.

This event is in cooperation with Iowa City Community Supported Art, their first pick-up of the inaugural season! There will be a pre-reception event for shareholders and those interested in the ICCSA from 4:30-5:30. Shareholders will receive two of their six works including a new, limited-edition foiled intaglio print by exhibiting artist Amber O'Harrow and a fine art book by Chris Reno. There are a few "shares" available for purchase and interested people can sign up at the event or reception. More info on ICCSA can be found here.

Artist Statement
I believe nature is the perfection of design in structure, form, space, material, movement and color. It is the source of all aspects of my design, and provides me with artistic inspiration and purpose.

I am also driven by my love of materials. Natural materials have a place in my work, but so do the man-made materials that I use to create my forms. I work with metal and fiber, but also with paper, plastic and found objects. I combine materials in unexpected and dramatic partnerships to capture the beauty of my subjects and to surprise the viewer into appreciating something they see every day in a new way.

Having a Textile Design, as well as a Metal Arts, background, I combine techniques and materials from both of these areas in untraditional ways. In my recent work, I have been using traditional metal and jewelry techniques with crochet and knitting techniques. Through my use of form, techniques and materials, I attempt to distill the essence of natural forms and present them in an unexpected context that may be appreciated in a new light and bring beauty to the viewer.

Website: daisyspider.net