Space Spiral, mixed media on canvas by Don Fullmer.
A new exhibition featuring artwork from Hutchinson artists Don Fullmer and Scott Brown is on exhibit at McPherson College’s Friendship Hall through October 21. The exhibit features abstract paintings by Fullmer and mobiles made from reclaimed prints by Brown.
“Abstract Expressionism is the first truly American art movement of modern times,” said Michaela Valli Groeblacher, associate professor of art and gallery director at McPherson College. “The current exhibit is full of color, pattern, and movement and provides skilled examples of abstract expressionism. I invite visitors to enjoy getting lost in their thoughts while pondering the art on the walls and dangling from the ceiling.”
Fullmer’s paintings have been described as instinctual, sublime, ethereal, and highly crafted. A native of Hutchinson, Fullmer’s education includes a BFA from the University of Kansas and an MA and MFA in painting from the University of Iowa. He used his formal training as a starting point to create a long career as a painter. He has maintained an art studio in Hutchinson since 1978.
Brown is a multitalented, versatile artist, also from Hutchinson, and a former art instructor at Hutchinson Community College. He and his wife, Michele, founded Big Nasty Press over a decade ago, and through that group, they have organized an annual print portfolio with other regional artists. They operate Arkanoe, a kayak, canoe, tube rental, and shuttle service serving the Arkansas River in Reno County.
A closing reception for the artists is planned during McPherson College’s homecoming activities on Friday, October 18 at 3 p.m.
The Friendship Hall gallery at McPherson College is open to the public during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.