On Friday, May 8, Hand in Hand Gallery in Flat Rock will open an exhibition entitled “ECO-ART: Artists Respond – Reclaim, Reuse, Recreate.” An opening reception will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The show will run through Sunday, July 5. Hand in Hand Gallery is pleased to be partnering with Environmental and Conservation Organization of Henderson County (ECO) for this event in an effort to raise awareness and funds for their local efforts. This “green” art exhibition will explore the artist’s response to the world and times in which we live. As creative alchemists, they work daily to transform materials and elements into something beautiful, useful and meaningful. Few artists still mine ore as the first step in forming a gold pendant, dig a riverbank of clay for a pottery mug, or harvest trees for a rocking chair. However, every artist develops sources for their material needs and the inspiration for their creations within the context of their own world. An increased awareness of our impact on the limited resources of our earth home redefine our daily lives, so too, it must affect our creativity. Artists have been invited who: Recycle, reclaim and reuse materials, ideas, imagery, parts, techniques Reduce their energy needs required for their art, or their use of highly refined or toxic materials Recreate the spirit of alchemy, transforming available materials Revitalize outdated artwork and concepts with a fresh approach Over 50 local and regional artists working in most mediums will be represented.

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