The Ben Butler Zg Gallery Exhibition Discovers New Wood Properties
Amelia Roblin — January 7, 2011 — Art & Design
Who knew wood could be so changeable? The Ben Butler Zg Gallery exhibition reveals the tree-derived material in a completely new light.
Featuring the carving artist's 'Furrow,' 'Fabrications' and 'Maquette for Scatter,' this dynamic display of sculpture and installation shows incredible depth and diversity to a medium that is too often handled with unimaginative hands. The Ben Butler Zg Gallery exhibition is a must-see Chicago attraction this year, presenting wonderful wood-whittled monoprints and sculptures that will change your perception of lumber art.
Photo Credits: [url=http://www.benbutlerart.com/Furrow.html]Ben Butler Art[/url]
Featuring the carving artist's 'Furrow,' 'Fabrications' and 'Maquette for Scatter,' this dynamic display of sculpture and installation shows incredible depth and diversity to a medium that is too often handled with unimaginative hands. The Ben Butler Zg Gallery exhibition is a must-see Chicago attraction this year, presenting wonderful wood-whittled monoprints and sculptures that will change your perception of lumber art.
Photo Credits: [url=http://www.benbutlerart.com/Furrow.html]Ben Butler Art[/url]
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