New Sculpture at Laumeier
I woke up the other day and realized that an entire summer had whisked by in what seemed like a good night’s sleep. Perhaps it was the uncharacteristically great weather or maybe the litany of projects and events that made June, July and August blow right on by. Nevertheless, fall is fast approaching and I’d like to share a bit about two recent acquisitions to the Laumeier landscape and remind you about our upcoming fall exhibition.
The newest sculpture in Laumeier’s collection is Donut No. 3 (2002) by Fletcher Benton. Sited in the Children’s Sculpture Garden, Donut is a tasty visual treat for visitors of all ages. Benton was recently recognized by the International Sculpture Center with a lifetime achievement award and this piece showcases has mastery of materials and aesthetics.
Over the summer, Laumeier secured the loan of a fabulous sculpture by Cosimo Cavallaro. Knots (1996) tangles up perceptions with contorted steel that mimics string or noodles in a mystifying dance of form and mass.
You can visit Laumeier everyday between 8AM and sunset to see the new works by Benton and Cavallaro and more than 70 other sculptures. A visit in October will provide another opportunity for contrasts.
Roberley Bell: Inside Out which opens at 6PM on October 9, 2009 and continues through January 10, 2010 presents the vibrant colors of a fluorescent springtime and the juxtaposition of real and man-made natural objects and specimens during those neutral hued days of autumn and winter.
Visit Laumeier and be inspired.
