The One That Got Away, Painting by Marilyn Callahan
B1, Painting by Marilyn Callahan
Marilyn’s “Wild” ceramic birds elicit the comment, “They make me laugh.” Her flock is hatched from a desire to be both a sculptor and a painter. Intricate manipulation of the clay to create poses and expressions inspire a sense of Pixar come to life. The versatility of acrylic paint provides a subtlety that enables her to experiment with minute details and a more painterly surface treatment. With a “sprinkling” of bling, her creations must each have a name and a story. Her pastels emulate the colorful and imaginative feel of her “Wild” birds. The mosaic-like compositions and the subtle blending of hues present an intricate graphic rendition of nature. Each piece reaches out to that thrill we all experienced in our childhood when our eyes were dazzled by bursts of color and light.
Marilyn’s art reflects her desire to communicate the whimsy, imagination, and creative excitement that children embrace. She has chosen to dedicate her work to her wonderful childhood memories, her children, and every one of her students who remind her to create from the heart.
Blog post by Gateway Gallery Artist Daniel Fishback.
